spray bar idea for 3 filters on a 240 gallon

[bcrank]

Of course you can add more connections from the first and second loop. Quick drawing.

 

[gianolrac]

 

[zebvance]

You can do a looped system. I have used it successfully on waterfalls where the feed comes from several different pumps (filter, circulation, 2nd filter). Use whatever size feed for the pumps, usually 3/4:, 1". For the loops use the largest tube you can get. At least 1 1/2. 3" if you can. (It is only a few feet). For the spray bar, use the desired size in the tank, but feed from a larger tube outside the tank. The dimensions are not listed, because you will do that on your own. Feed from one end if you wish, but from both for equal pressure across the spray bar.

Look at the 2 minute sketch. If it helps.

Wow thanks for the help! Ill take a look at this and see if this will work. It sounds promising. My only thought would be that the xp3's pumps are not strong enough to keep pressure thought the length of piping.

 

[bcrank]

Wow thanks for the help! Ill take a look at this and see if this will work. It sounds promising. My only thought would be that the xp3's pumps are not strong enough to keep pressure thought the length of piping.

As long as you use large pipes, once the volume is at capacity, the pumps should keep up with the flow--as long as you have enough holes in the spray bar. You may have to play around with the size of holes or number of holes. You will need an adjustable relief (valve/route) for excess water flow. I may be wrong, but I don't think the spray bar will accomodate the total flow of 3 pumps, even with slots cut instead of holes.

Be certain to use check valves on each pump to prevent backpressure.

You may have to play around with the loops. At least 1" for the spray bar. And all other pipe 1.5" or more.