240 build on my 8x2x2

[legacy2mj]

I wanted to start this discussion now because I have some ideas that I would like to bounce off some folks before I start cutting lumber.

I have a 8x2x2 acrylic tank with dual overflows. I’m going to build the stand, which by itself isn’t very complicated. This is where it gets tricky.

I am currently running a 75 gal lagoon flat, this I started up to get a bunch of rock ready for the 240. It has a sump under it and is basically a well running flat. With it having the same width dimensions as the 240, my idea is to add it under the 240 along with the sump that’s connected to it and use both as the filtration for the 240.

I thought of increasing the stand height for the 240 to add additional room for the 75 raised a couple feet off of the ground. This gives me the ability to add lights under and use the 75 as more then just a place to plop in a skimmer, heater and media.

My mind originally went to a huge refugium, but that’s where I’m looking for additional thoughts or ideas. Keep in mind that the sump for the 75 is also planned on being in this mix as well..

Let me know your thoughts, if you have any. Thanks!

 

[Gumbies R Us]

@Troylee

 

[BeablossomR_]

I wanted to start this discussion now because I have some ideas that I would like to bounce off some folks before I start cutting lumber.

I have a 8x2x2 acrylic tank with dual overflows. I’m going to build the stand, which by itself isn’t very complicated. This is where it gets tricky.

I am currently running a 75 gal lagoon flat, this I started up to get a bunch of rock ready for the 240. It has a sump under it and is basically a well running flat. With it having the same width dimensions as the 240, my idea is to add it under the 240 along with the sump that’s connected to it and use both as the filtration for the 240.

I thought of increasing the stand height for the 240 to add additional room for the 75 raised a couple feet off of the ground. This gives me the ability to add lights under and use the 75 as more then just a place to plop in a skimmer, heater and media.

My mind originally went to a huge refugium, but that’s where I’m looking for additional thoughts or ideas. Keep in mind that the sump for the 75 is also planned on being in this mix as well..

Let me know your thoughts, if you have any. Thanks!

Cool idea stacking systems like that can work really well if the flow is planned properly. Using the 75g as a refugium plus extra filtration volume is probably your best move since a refugium helps grow macroalgae for nutrient export and adds stability to a large system like a 240. Refugium (aquarium) The key is to keep the plumbing simple with a gravity drain from the 240 into the 75 and then into the sump, with a return pump sending water back up, while making sure your overflow capacity and emergency drainage are dialed in. As long as you also leave room for easy maintenance and account for power outages so it doesn’t flood, it’s a solid plan without overcomplicating things.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refugium_(fishkeeping)?

 

[Troylee]

Not really a fan of a fuge but to each their own. I’d use it as a grow out tank or something myself but what ever you decide it’s doable either way.