29G Biocube sump

[That Crusso Kid]

New
I got it lol. It was a steal came with a
Hydor AQAMAI KPS WI-FI Controllable Wavemaker, ph probe, marron yellow strip clown, live rock, in tank media basket, biocube stand ,acp back up battery and a few other things for $200.

Outstanding!

 

[Aidanwolf]

Do you think it would be safe to reuse the sand that it came with?

 

[That Crusso Kid]

Do you think it would be safe to reuse the sand that it came with?

I would use new sand but that's just me.

 

[Aidanwolf]

I was thinking the same thing but I need to get the system ready as soon as possible for the clown fish. And the closest reef store is about 45 min from here and it would take around 3 days to get any sand online.

 

[Katrina71]

+1 new sand

 

[Aidanwolf]

Alright I wi4ll see what I can do.

 

[Aidanwolf]

How long can I keep a clown fish in a 5g bucket with a aerator and heater?

 

[Aidanwolf]

I went to the store and they didn't have any sand. So I will have to order some.

 

[Rakie]

I know this isn't at all what you're asking for.. But I would heavily suggest considering a 40 gallon breeder, with a 40g breeder sump, and a metal rack from home depot (which can be skinned and look nice).

It's very, very cheap.. And once you start putting sumps on a nano cube, you're essentially putting a bandaid on a broken limb. You won't be satisfied for long. Think long term, and consider it if possible :)

 

[Aidanwolf]

If I had more room I would definitely do that but I need something compact. Maybe in the future.

 

[Aidanwolf]

I know this isn't at all what you're asking for.. But I would heavily suggest considering a 40 gallon breeder, with a 40g breeder sump, and a metal wrack from home depot (which can be skinned and look nice).

If I had more room I would definitely do that but I need something compact. Maybe in the future.

 

[Rakie]

If I had more room I would definitely do that but I need something compact. Maybe in the future.

I definitely understand. I'm limited to a smaller tank than I'd like for the same reason.

 

[Aidanwolf]

So I went ahead and set it up I still need to put sand in and adjust the salinity and heat a little.

 

[Aidanwolf]

I rearranged it so I will have to repost some more pictures.

 

[Aidanwolf]

Also I will probably get some fresh sand when I go to Clemson tomorrow either at Petsmart or Petco, if they have any.

 

[User1]

You really don't need a sump on the bio cubes. If you really want one use the 2nd chamber for that. There is usually a clear area on the back, 2nd chamber, whereas you can place a light if you want a refugium or grow algae. If there isn't room then In Tank sells a water proof one that works pretty well. You can even DIY route with a glass bottle similar to Voss water and make one.

Upgrade return pump.
Remove false bottoms in rear chambers
Chamber 1 divider - even out - search for video with DIY even trick
Add random flow nozzle on return
Later upgrade lighting to LED multi chip similar to blue acro or nano box

Bio cubes can pretty much grow any coral today with little to no effort. The challenge is with the owner deciding what fish to keep. Smaller tank means smaller choices for that but there are some stunning nanos out there with some dang incredible coral and fish color.

Best of luck.

 

[Aidanwolf]

You really don't need a sump on the bio cubes. If you really want one use the 2nd chamber for that. There is usually a clear area on the back, 2nd chamber, whereas you can place a light if you want a refugium or grow algae. If there isn't room then In Tank sells a water proof one that works pretty well. You can even DIY route with a glass bottle similar to Voss water and make one.

Upgrade return pump.
Remove false bottoms in rear chambers
Chamber 1 divider - even out - search for video with DIY even trick
Add random flow nozzle on return
Later upgrade lighting to LED multi chip similar to blue acro or nano box

Bio cubes can pretty much grow any coral today with little to no effort. The challenge is with the owner deciding what fish to keep. Smaller tank means smaller choices for that but there are some stunning nanos out there with some dang incredible coral and fish color.

Best of luck.

Thank you for the suggestion. I might not do a sump right away now because I just got a deal on a new Biocube. But there is a eshops RS 75 on Facebook market that I can get for $75. So I might go ahead and get it and keep it for when I decide to plumb a sump.

 

[Aidanwolf]

Note to self just get dry sand and clean it next time lol. Live sand sucks.