Two drains one cup.

[FishLvR]

Is there any benefit to doing this? I decided instead of running the emergency into the drain like I am now, to just let it go into the main chamber of the sump. I don't trickle like others do so that drain is not used. My thought is maybe I can prolong having to switch out socks if I split the line after the gate valve. If it's not worth doing then it's not worth doing so I thought I would ask.

Red is drain, black would be emergency.

 

[TokenReefer]

I think there's more benefit from the emergency

 

[UncommonSense]

Is there any benefit to doing this? I decided instead of running the emergency into the drain like I am now, to just let it go into the main chamber of the sump. I don't trickle like others do so that drain is not used. My thought is maybe I can prolong having to switch out socks if I split the line after the gate valve. If it's not worth doing then it's not worth doing so I thought I would ask.

Red is drain, black would be emergency.

Yeah the emergency drain moved over and left emerged from the water line is not a bad idea…

Filter socks usually only last around 3 days before starting to allow trapped organic debris to start to appreciably break down back into the water; this said, best-bet would be just using the one filter sock for the main drain and cleaning/changing it frequently!

 

[FishLvR]

I think there's more benefit from the emergency

You are in the trickle posse, the less fun version of the tickle posse. So you think I should trickle trickle?

 

[FishLvR]

Is there any benefit to doing this? I decided instead of running the emergency into the drain like I am now, to just let it go into the main chamber of the sump. I don't trickle like others do so that drain is not used. My thought is maybe I can prolong having to switch out socks if I split the line after the gate valve. If it's not worth doing then it's not worth doing so I thought I would ask.

Red is drain, black would be emergency.

Yeah the emergency drain moved over and left emerged from the water line is not a bad idea…

Filter socks usually only last around 3 days before starting to allow trapped organic debris to start to appreciably break down back into the water; this said, best-bet would be just using the one filter sock for the main drain and cleaning/changing it frequently!

This would in fact be the easiest way. I'm trying to get all fancy pants about it.

 

[commod0re]

if you use a tee like drawn instead of a wye, not much will make it into the second sock anyway so imo, extra parts for no realized benefit

not sure a wye is better than a crash plate but it might be

 

[GoReefin]

Consider using a Y and a 45 instead of a 90. Should distribute water more evenly. Should allow for more time in between filter sock changes.

 

[FishLvR]

I am thinking I should keep it simple and forget the stupid WYE and Y. Or maybe just maybe since I am already all in switch sumps.

 

[UncommonSense]

I am thinking I should keep it simple and forget the stupid WYE and Y. Or maybe just maybe since I am already all in switch sumps.

You don’t necessarily need a sump switch if your existing sump is of sufficient size and acceptable layout, just a simple plumbing change!

 

[FishLvR]

You don’t necessarily need a sump switch if your existing sump is of sufficient size and acceptable layout, just a simple plumbing change!

This is true but I was thinking a roller mat would be nice. This sump does not allow for this. Many new style have the ability. I hate cleaning socks. HATE IT.

 

[UncommonSense]

This is true but I was thinking a roller mat would be nice. This sump does not allow for this. Many new style have the ability. I hate cleaning socks. HATE IT.

I don’t blame you!

The alternative would be filter floss; the cheap stuff so you can just discard it and replace a few times a week!

 

[FishLvR]

This is true but I was thinking a roller mat would be nice. This sump does not allow for this. Many new style have the ability. I hate cleaning socks. HATE IT.

I don’t blame you!

The alternative would be filter floss; the cheap stuff so you can just discard it and replace a few times a week!

The cups don't fit in the trigger sump I have because the space is oval. So I have to 3D print a cup that would hold floss. I can sort of some it in there but it was a mess.

 

[Reef Jedi]

Is there any benefit to doing this? I decided instead of running the emergency into the drain like I am now, to just let it go into the main chamber of the sump. I don't trickle like others do so that drain is not used. My thought is maybe I can prolong having to switch out socks if I split the line after the gate valve. If it's not worth doing then it's not worth doing so I thought I would ask.

Red is drain, black would be emergency.

I think it’s not worth doing but that’s just my 2c. However I do think it’s a great opportunity to install a rollermat!

 

[FishLvR]

Is there any benefit to doing this? I decided instead of running the emergency into the drain like I am now, to just let it go into the main chamber of the sump. I don't trickle like others do so that drain is not used. My thought is maybe I can prolong having to switch out socks if I split the line after the gate valve. If it's not worth doing then it's not worth doing so I thought I would ask.

Red is drain, black would be emergency.

I think it’s not worth doing but that’s just my 2c. However I do think it’s a great opportunity to install a rollermat!

Yeah I wish. It's the crystal. I can't justify another 600 bucks for a new sump no matter how awesome it would be.

 

[Reef Jedi]

Can you not take the lid off the top of sump? The RedSea rollermat can be hung on the back and or standalone with its little adjustable legs. Personally I would modify the crap out of that sump to fit a rollermat. That truly was a game changer installing one.

 

[FishLvR]

Can you not take the lid off the top of sump? The RedSea rollermat can be hung on the back and or standalone with its little adjustable legs. Personally I would modify the crap out of that sump to fit a rollermat. That truly was a game changer installing one.

Nope. It would be awesome.