Return Pump

[ahvrivera]

I am in need of a new return pump pretty soon and was wondering what is recommended from your experiences. My set up is a 125gal dual overflows. I have a 55 gal tank for a sump with an in sump pump. Not drilled for external pumps. Im running a mag 7 now.

Thanks for your input and suggestions it is greatly appreciated.

 

[stunreefer Verified Sponsor]

Eheim 1260 or 1262 depending on how much flow you want through the sump and if you're feeding reactors with it. 1260 should be just fine though.

 

[AZDesertRat]

The Eheims already suggested or a Ocean Runner 2500 or 3500, any are a great choice.

 

[Troylee]

I personally like the lagunas they are all around very solid good performing pumps... A 1500 would do the job well.... If ya want to get fancy pick up a flowstar from atb, that's what I run a flowstar 3200....more flow and less wattage...;)
if you keep a eye out you can find the 1500 on sale for 99bucks that's a smoking deal...

 

[Alky]

Is your sump in the stand directly under your tank? Striaight shot for the return line, or is it hard piped with 45's/90's/etc?

I've been happy with the Eheim 1260

 

[eggie]

Eheim 1260 or 1262 depending on how much flow you want through the sump and if you're feeding reactors with it. 1260 should be just fine though.

+1 Eheim 1262

 

[Troylee]

Just to clarify my post I see a little confusion you can find the stock laguna 1500s on sale for 99$ not the flowstars lol... Although that would be the bomb...;)

 

[ahvrivera]

Is your sump in the stand directly under your tank? Striaight shot for the return line, or is it hard piped with 45's/90's/etc?

I've been happy with the Eheim 1260

Yes its directly under the tank and its only got 1 90deg angle. Its mostly soft piped.

Thanks all for your replies, I appreciate it.