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[FerociousPuggle]

Hello everyone,

I’m new to Reef 2 Reef, new to posting threads on forums, and most importantly new to reef aquariums! You could say I’m the newbiest of newbs. I’m reaching out for my first post to ask about the plumbing on my first ever tank. I have a 75Gallon tank and unfortunately it’s not drilled for plumbing so I’m using an external overflow box. I’ve dry fit together my attempt at the plumbing of both the drain line and the return line and wanted feedback on if it looks OK and what I could do to improve it before I seal the pipes together. Anything helps and Thank you in advance!

 

[SPR1968]

Looks ok depending on how your trying to set it up.

I see a few ball valves which is good, and put them or gate valves wherever you might need to take something off for maintenance, control flow etc., as it will make things much easier.

You might find this useful as well, and anything else just ask

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And Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[Mastiffsrule]

Evening and welcome

Things looking good. My few thoughts. With only one drain line I would not have a valve. If there is enough room there I would see if a union could fit. This way you could take the box off if needed. Not sure you need that clean out fitting on the return and you would want a union on the return as well. Final thought would be to make sure to brace the pipes the the stand with clamps for safety..

Read thru the attached thread spr attached and it will look great

 

[Dierks]

SPR1968 Nailed it on the head!! Run over to this thread as it has a TON of great information as well:

DIY Index

I love looking at DIY threads, but there are so many of them. I have made an attempt to index a few of them. I got about 30 pages into this before my fingers cramped up. Please, if you know of any threads that are not included here, please add them to this thread and I will try to keep it...

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More info here: http://www.reefaquarium.com/2012/aquarium-plumbing-basics/

I wish I would have added a manifold for new equipment on mine, as when I add equipment I will have to tear apart one of my return lines. Also I used the Metal Clamps and they rusted in mater of months so whatever you are going to place them on make sure they are far away from any water as you don't want any of that rust/metal in your tanks! TRUST ME!




Hope that helps a little!! You are on the right track and welcome to R2R!!!

 

[MrWheelock]

Welcome to R2R!

 

[BeejReef]

Agree with Mastiffsrule. Having a valve on a single drain is just asking for trouble.
You could do with a check valve at the base of the vertical run of your return. Opinions vary. You can't rely on them, but it could save a mess.

I like how you've gone from the pump to the hard plumbing with some soft tubing! Someone has been doing their research

 

[Dragon52]

 

[reef lover]

Welcome to r2r!