How do I seal a drilled sump?

[jbeanz24]

Hey everyone, I bought an oceanic sump that was predrilled for a 1 inch Bulkhead. I am now thinking of running an internal pump and I wanted to know if I take that route how would I go about sealing the hole? Any tips or photos would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Dsjreef]

You can put in a bulk head with a cap or plug in it

 

[jbeanz24]

You can put in a bulk head with a cap or plug in it

Where would I get a cap or plug for the bulkhead?

 

[Dsjreef]

Depending on the size of the bulkhead, you can get a PVC plug at any hardware store. That's what I did. I would send a pic but can't get to it.

 

[jbeanz24]

Depending on the size of the bulkhead, you can get a PVC plug at any hardware store. That's what I did. I would send a pic but can't get to it.

Ok I think I have an idea of how it works , did you fit the cap on the wet side or dry side of the bulkhead?

 

[Funlad3]

If you can get a small piece of glass and some aquarium silicone, it's as easy as attatching the glass to the inside of the tank, waiting a few days, then tossing that sump under your tank! Good luck. :)

 

[Dsjreef]

The plug was glued into the bulkhead on the wet side. This way the pressure could never push it out

 

[jbeanz24]

The plug was glued into the bulkhead on the wet side. This way the pressure could never push it out

Thanks, will make a run to Lowes this weekend.