Sump Pump for 150 gallon tank.

[Maich]

Hello......
i am still fairly new to large aquariums and me and my dad are about to set up a 150 gall tank...
and one im thinking like a 50 gallon sump?
i think that will be fine... but my question is......
i want to know what kind of pump would be of value and would work well for a 150 gallon tank..... (and 50 gallon sump)
i think we would be using double 2 inch overflows and i want to know a good FAIRLY inexpensive pump (maybe aim for less then 150$)

All ideas and suggestions welcome..

Thanks
JJ

 

[rocker85675]

i use mag drive, so far tthey havent let me down and thier fairly inexpensve (ebay) and push a lot of water

 

[Maich]

What type of mag drive?

 

[Finalfire9]

Something thats 1500gph get it off ebay 35$ 45$ shipped

 

[Maich]

Something thats 1500gph get it off ebay 35$ 45$ shipped

Can you make that a little clearer?

Maybe give me a specific name to use in the ebay search?

 

[Rayshot1]

OK so can someone explain the whole supm setup and what size tank u ned a sump for and why?

 

[Pharaoh]

Here are a couple of links that should get you on your way

Sizing a pump to your aquarium
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=47105

PVC flow rates - (For returns)
http://www.monsterfishkeepers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=205645

 

[Pharaoh]

OK so can someone explain the whole supm setup and what size tank u ned a sump for and why?

Please feel free to use the search function. Search for "DIY sump", "sump" or "wet/dry". There are plenty of explainations to be found. Please try to refrain from posting in other peoples threads. Start a new thread if you cannot find the information that you are looking for.

 

[Maich]

Can none really answer a simple question?
I asked if anyone can give me some recommendations for a good pump....

JJ