Sump suggestions for 90 gallon

[Chiefmaster30]

I've decided I'm going with brs's Trigger Systems Crystal Sump 30. About only thing that'll fit. It's 30"x12"x15"

 

[Chiefmaster30]

And use the KollerCraft Tom Overflow.

 

[JBradford]

I've decided I'm going with brs's Trigger Systems Crystal Sump 30. About only thing that'll fit. It's 30"x12"x15"

Trigger Systems makes a great product. I think you'll enjoy it.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Anyone wanna recommend a return pump? And would me using vinyl tubing be an issue?

 

[pdt7361]

Have you verified that you can get a sump that is 30" long through the door on your stand?
For pumps, I like many others prefer DC pumps so that I can better control the flow - The Reef Octopus VarioS-6 is a good recommendation and if that was above your budget (I don't know what kind of budget you are working with), then look at the new Jebao Sine DCP 6500 pump. I use the Jebao Sine DCP 10000 (I got a great deal on it is the only reason I went so big) and the pump has been great.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

I don't want the cheapest one but not the most expensive one either.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Yes I can get a 30" long through my doors

 

[Chiefmaster30]

What size pump?

 

[MaiReef]

Jebao Sine DCP 5000 pump. +1
I use the Jebao DCT6000 and it is good, but I have it on the lowest setting.
The thing about these pumps is that you can have a backup for the price of a "better" pump.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

What size pump?

 

[MaiReef]

What size pump?

The DCP 5000 is

• Power: 40-watt 110-120V 60Hz, Max Flow: 1450gph, Max head: 13ft, Dimension: 7x4x5 inch

it can ramp down with a button though

 

[redfishbluefish]

I too have a 90 DT and went with a DIY 40 Breeder sump/refugium. Note that I have two drains coming down from the DT in each corner of the sump, and that put my return section in the middle section. For the longest time my return pump was a MAG 9.5. About a year ago I switched it out for a Waveline 6000....going DC.

 

[Scott.h]

It all depends on how you feel about money, and spending it. I'd use the biggest sump/fuge you can. My 90 has a 70 sump. Second, for those suggesting trigger systems, it's a box that holds water. And it's an expensive box at that. Quite honestly it's not laid out the best either IMO. But if you really need a flashy sump.. That will work.

Personally I wouldn't deal with another tank that wasn't drilled. An overflow basket, eventually, is a recipe for failure. And it's noisier. Once that tank is up and running there's no going back.

If you go with a DC pump you can run a battery back up, they run more efficiently cost wise, they have a soft start up, and even at 900 gph you can barely hear them run.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

What's the difference in a DC pump and other pumps?

 

[Scott.h]

What's the difference in a DC pump and other pumps?

As far as what? DC vs AC? I like my DC so well I've contemplated swapping out my mag drive on another tank that there is nothing wrong with. With them being variable speed I can control the flow with my apex. AC pumps are loud, expensive to run, and you can't decide how hard you want it to run. For instance "feed mode" stalls the pump for 15 minutes, Ramps back up slow so it down so it doesn't freak the fish out as bad, and I have it running at 55%. You can set it to run slower at night, etc. And on my power bar I can visually see the cost difference. (I have kilowatts per hour configured in). It's a no brainer once you experience the difference. At 55% you litterly can't hear it run.

 

[Scott.h]

What size pump?

you need to calculate your head pressure.. Pipe size, length, fittings, bends, etc before picking a pump size. That makes all the difference.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Can I use vinyl tubing for drain and return though.

 

[pdt7361]

Why vinyl?

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Well because I'm not much of a plumber and thought that'd be a lot simpler.

 

[pdt7361]

When I first did my 90 I tried to do the same and ended up hating it. Over vinyl, you could look at the spa flex hose...some call it flex pvc. It gives you some bend and you can easily make turns. I bought mine at Home Depot...was expensive compared to pvc.
I eventually changed that too though and went with all hard plumbing.