plumbing design check

[swevev]

hello, thanks for helping . Will this simple design using the kit from aquatic eco systems work? I checked the flow rates in the sticky and they both should be around 600 gph. I dont need to skim the top that much and want to keep the whole thing easy. tank will be 48 long by 33 wide by 32 water depth deep-35 to top of tank.

 

[Gervahlt]

I would make sure you have more than 600 gph for your overflow. You have to account for clogging, algae growth, and other stuff in addition to actual water flow.

As far as the design is concerned, I see one problem. You need to create some kind of baffle before the pump so that the only water in the pump area is water that could be pumped into the tank without overflowing it in the case of an overflow blockage.

 

[makoshoemaker]

Dont use those black elbows, i heard they gurgle. Best is to use a pvc T with pvc glue one end up for the air and one end down since gravity will pull the water down naturally. Hope this helps. Im looking at making a sump, if you need ideas you can check out my pictures within the next few weeks as I set it up.

 

[the_deeb]

Agreed. If you use a simple bulkhead you're going to want an external durso to cut down on noise. Also, a 1" bulkhead with a strainer won't give you 600gph - more likely under 200gph. The stainer severely reduces flow rate, particularly with smaller sized bulkheads.
I'm basing that on this excellent article: http://www.wetwebmedia.com/BulkheadFloRateArt.htm

If you're shooting for 600gph go with a 1.5" bulkhead and plumbing on the overflow side to give yourself a little redundancy. 1" plumbing on the pump side will be fine since it will be under pressure.

 

[swevev]

Thanks guys. Mako post lots of pics, ;/. Im not very bright.

Im building stands today, only 2 smashed fingers so far.

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