sump diy

Hello everyone, I need some guidance here. I have a 30G DT with a 10G Sump I have just finished setting up. I was going to use a HOB overflow but have heard horror stories and with my work schedule I DO NOT want to risk a flood. So I will be pulling most of the water out my tank and moving live...

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I am purchasing the Ruby Sump 30 by Trigger which comes with built in filter sock holders. I really want to install a ReefMat 500 in the drain/skimmer section. Any suggestions on how to remove the filter sock holders? Do you think the ReefMat would fit in the section without removing the holders?

Hi all, so smy 525XL that I am attempting to give a good clean out to is going well in the actual tank itself, not so underneath as yet, but I thought before I get to far ahead, I should just check for any leaks. So I filled the overflow box in my 525xl tank to see if no 1.) the 3 pipes that are...

Hi All, I have a Aquatop Recife Eco 40G Tank & Stand Combo (https://www.aquatop.com/products/recife-eco-40g-tank-stand-combo?variant=8723321520227), and I'm trying to make a DIY 10 gallon sump below. I have already cut and installed the glass pieces into the sump tank, but I'm looking for...

Thinking about making a sump. I’m not comfortable drilling since the tank is established. What’s an alternative that people use? Do I need anything special on to prevent overfill? What width is best to control flow? thanks! sierra

I would really appreciate all feedback. Finally I have started assembling my tank and now working with sump phase. It has been on hold for three years since priories changed with new born back then and I have been stuck few days with how to setup the baffles in the sump to have silent water flow...

Hello I ordered a Aqua lifter pump to add to my overflow, and I just found out that it won’t be coming. I picked this pump because it was the only one that I have heard of being used the way I am trying to. I’m planning on using it to remove the air bubbles from my overflow and keep the siphon...

Hi y’all, so where do I start. Basically staying home for covid got me restarting my ig and one of the first posts I saw was a friends puffer fish and let me tell you is was love at first sight. After that day no matter how long this lockdown takes I know I won’t be bored. Every day I would...

Hey there so I’m setting up a 125 display tank and plan to design the plumbing and have already made the sump. I decided to make a graphic in photoshop of my design and need some help on what I could do better or what could be wrong with this design. Never had a tank with a sump nor this size...

I have a couple of “custom” sumps that I have built for people Please feel free to critique me Custom engraving Waiting on input from customer.. (size of return and skimmer section) I get everything cut with a precision laser, and I use a burmac machine to smooth the sides. 1/1000th...

I'm interested to see what type of sumps you all have. This being one of my favorite parts of my tank I feel that they are the unsung equipment heroes of our hobby. The versatility and variety of the sump is just as fascinating to me as our display tanks with the ability to add a plethora of...