Looking for best return pump option

[Pellaeon]

I am getting ready to set up by 57 gallon tank with built in overflow. The sump will be a 40 gallon (will use it as a frag tank also). I would like to know which sump pump (return pump) you all would recommend (Model and Brand).

I am not sure as I have seen things telling me you should turn the water over 40-50 times, which means I would need a 2000+ GPH pump which seems high to me. Other articles seem to call out 20x which would be 1140.

Thanks y'all.

 

[jaytizzle]

You want SLOW flow through the sump. Ideally you want 10x (or less) turnover based on the SUMP volume, not the display volume. If you are using your sump for a frag tank then you may want a little bit more flow. I also like Eheim pumps best for return pumps. Small, quiet, efficient, and don't get too hot like other pumps can.

 

[Paul_N]

Also check out the Laguna Max-Flo series. I am getting one to use on my 225 I will be setting up. Very low wattage for the amount of water they move.

 

[Troylee]

Also check out the Laguna Max-Flo series. I am getting one to use on my 225 I will be setting up. Very low wattage for the amount of water they move.

these are the bomb!!!! there askoll based motors.... i run a airstar 3200gph for a return..... its a laguna 2900 motor with a atb motor block "volute"

 

[Pellaeon]

Does the Laguna Max-Flo rattle around in the sump ? I didnt see any suction cups or anything to hold it in its place.

So from what I can tell I would be looking at:

Laguna Max-Flo 600
Eheim 792GPH 1101 Compact+ Pump 3000

Both seem rated about 600GPH. Sound about right ?

 

[FishLipz]

Check out the Octopus Water Blaster pumps too. Three year warranty, low power consumption and relatively small.

 

[dtpollard]

I would go with an Eheim 1260. Love my 1262, but it runs a 120. I would think the 1260 would be perfect for a 57. QUIET.

 

[Paul_N]

Does the Laguna Max-Flo rattle around in the sump ? I didnt see any suction cups or anything to hold it in its place.

So from what I can tell I would be looking at:

Laguna Max-Flo 600
Eheim 792GPH 1101 Compact+ Pump 3000



Both seem rated about 600GPH. Sound about right ?

No you would have to make something for it. I needed an internal with at least 3000 gph so I am going with the 4200. I am going to make an acrylic holder for it with rubber feet when I get it.