Visible sump

[dieselgoose]

Does any1 out there run their sump/refug. As a visible tank like a DT. I was think of setting up a twin system with the sump in a matching aquarium right next to the DT. I guess the real question is does any1 else love the sump just as much as the DT, I know I find myself spending just as much time there as I do on the DT.

 

[cww81]

I have seen pictures of visible sumps and I personally think it’s cool to see the workings of a reef tank. The only thing is you would have to make sure it is set up functionally while also being aesthetically pleasing. Also have to keep in mind that you’ll need to keep the sump extra clean due to it also being on display.

 

[cww81]

If you haven’t already search Google for “visible sump reef”. There are some good looking display sumps.

 

[dieselgoose]

If you haven’t already search Google for “visible sump reef”. There are some good looking display sumps.

Good idea

 

[cww81]

Good idea

Yeah it’s a small foot in the door for some ideas. Also check out this thread https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/visible-sump-is-it-gonna-be-ugly.335514/

 

[dieselgoose]

Yeah it’s a small foot in the door for some ideas. Also check out this thread https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/visible-sump-is-it-gonna-be-ugly.335514/

Thanks that is exactly the kind of ideas I was looking for.

 

[AquaLifeStudio]

Yes, this is definitely the current "In thing" to do:

All I had to do was change out the entire original plumbing, sump and take off the doors of a 5 year fully functional 200+ gallon reef tank. Piece of cake...

 

[MoshJosh]

You can see my "sump"/refugium, though the light is only on at night.

 

[Sean Clark]

I'll show it to anyone that wants to see it. Most people do not want to know about how the system works and I generally do not want to teach them. This is a win win. I don't show them, and they don't ask.