New Reefer

[Michael McNeal]

I just ordered my first reef tank. Its a RedSea 525 reefer. It comes with a glass sump which I have heard mixed opinions on. I did order a vortech m1 for the original sump but after watching and seeing some other tanks I am possibly looking to set up a filtration system in my basement and run the plumbing to the tank and have a sump on a bigger scale. I am green as they come in the hobby, and this is my first tank. No corals, no fish no nothing. Is this something that is hard to do and what kind of pumps do I need to be able to push the water that far? I am looking for basic ideas and experience and is this even a good idea?

 

[hdsoftail1065]

Congrats on your first tank and nice choice by the way. I'm not sure about setting up with the sump in the basement but I know people have successfully done it. I'm following along to watch and see what people are using.

 

[siggy]

First welcome aboard! Wow Nice tank for your first. I would just get what you have WORKING first. To do a remote sump system is not a novice thing and a lot of work, expense & time. But if thats what you want the folks here will help you every step of the way. Good luck

 

[SPR1968]

Hi Michael and welcome to R2R!

If your new to reefing you may find this useful and anything else you need just ask away

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.138750/

I think you will need powerful pumps to push water up from a basement but hopefully some one who’s done it will help.

 

[John Neuzil]

It's not hard. Did that years ago. Biggest issue is to properly measure distance and curves to determine head pressure. Then go a bit bigger than that especially if you want a manifold. DC pump is the way I would go so I could regulate output. Easy. Not really something requiring reef experience mostly plumbing issue.

 

[Captain Quint]

Welcome to R2R. You certainly have selected a nice system.

I've never had a basement and cannot give info on something I've never done.

It absolutely can be done and hopefully, someone who has this can chime in.

 

[Billldg]

Welcome to R2R!!! Congrats on the new tank, looking forward to watching it come together.

 

[reef lover]

Welcome to r2r and the salt life!!

 

[Gonebad395]

Welcome to R2R

Also google head loss flow charts it will help you determine what pump will work best for you

 

[Michael Naegeli]

Welcome... congrats on an awesome tank! Personally I would start w what came w as far as sump. Redsea sumps are great! Do a bunch of research on here and take things slow and you will have a lot of fun and learn as you go as we all do. Plenty of super knowledgeable reefers on here to help w mishaps you will surely encounter. Lots of pics are always nice to see throughout ur journey. Good luck.

 

[LBCobra]

Agree with Michael the sump it comes with is more then enough for the tank. it can handle anything you put in your tank SPS, LPS softies etc. enough room for many reactors and equipment.
Good luck and watch some videos on youtube as well for more advice

 

[JMoody]

I had the 525, perfect size tank. Sump is big enough to fit everything you need. Enjoy the new tank!