Thoughts on a hang on sump?

[Billiam228]

So my reef tank is currently running 2x aqueon 75s and is not a ported tank so I'm looking at options for a sump using a hang on overflow until I discovered the HOB "refugium" as a sump (link below)? Just wanted you guys thoughts on the matter.

Link:
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/larg...MIhI7yoYHF2gIVFqrsCh0iqww9EAkYASABEgJzYvD_BwE

 

[Tahoe61]

I had that fuge and the light that comes with it. Good place to grow macro algae and add a tad more water volume to your tank. It definitely does not replace a sump though.

 

[ochriso]

we ran sumpless on a 75 for almost 15 years using a good hang on skimmer and hang on power filter so could run carbon and such.
we added that exact fuge about 2 years ago and worked nicely for growing cheato and was a great place to put heater.

 

[Blue Ring Octopus]

I have that sump the problem with my tank is the cross bars conflict with the HOB sump piping. You will be surprised of how much weight they put on a tank.

 

[saltyfilmfolks]

Agree with all the above.
Look at those and other hob refugiums . eBay has a few as well. Some of them will also allow you to put a compact skimmer in as Well.