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I don't see a lot of posts with closed loop systems. I know they are older technology, just looking for some first hand experience to help me decide so I don't regret my decision later.
I am looking at upgrading my current 210 AGA tank to a 448 gallon 96x36x30 MRC peninsula hybrid glass tank. Bare bottom.
The tank will be on the first floor with the sump in a fish room directly below in the basement. I will be using an Abyzz A200 as a return pump.
Option A: closed loop only: (2) Abyzz A200 pumps split between (2) 2" drains and (6) 3/4 returns. This option should provide adequate flow, cleanest look, quite; provide a backup to my main return pump in case of failure. Drawbacks - pump expense, energy consumption, no battery backup.
Option B: Closed loop / Vortec: (1) Abyzz A 200 pump, (1) 2" drain; (3) 3/4" returns. Supplemented with Vortech MP60/ MP40. This option allows battery backup and return pump backup.
Option C: Vortech only: (4) MP60 or (2) MP60 and (2) MP40: adequate flow, battery backup, plus I currently own (1) MP40 and (1) MP60. Drawback- noise and not as clean looking, cleaning maintenance.
Thanks in advance!
I am looking at upgrading my current 210 AGA tank to a 448 gallon 96x36x30 MRC peninsula hybrid glass tank. Bare bottom.
The tank will be on the first floor with the sump in a fish room directly below in the basement. I will be using an Abyzz A200 as a return pump.
Option A: closed loop only: (2) Abyzz A200 pumps split between (2) 2" drains and (6) 3/4 returns. This option should provide adequate flow, cleanest look, quite; provide a backup to my main return pump in case of failure. Drawbacks - pump expense, energy consumption, no battery backup.
Option B: Closed loop / Vortec: (1) Abyzz A 200 pump, (1) 2" drain; (3) 3/4" returns. Supplemented with Vortech MP60/ MP40. This option allows battery backup and return pump backup.
Option C: Vortech only: (4) MP60 or (2) MP60 and (2) MP40: adequate flow, battery backup, plus I currently own (1) MP40 and (1) MP60. Drawback- noise and not as clean looking, cleaning maintenance.
Thanks in advance!