Water change pump/tubing question

[Psychedelic Fins]

I have approximately 70 feet between my water station and my tank. I bought some 1/2 inch pex tubing that I unwind to do my water changes. It's too rigid and is a pain to work with. What is a better option? Also what gph pump do you all use? I have to pump the water up 5 feet to the display tank. My current pump is too weak and it takes way too long. Thanks.

 

[Malcontent]

I use this tubing:

https://www.usplastic.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=43912&catid=1065
And a Magdrive 1800 to pump up from the basement. For only 5' a smaller pump could be used.

 

[Psychedelic Fins]

Thanks Malcontent. Is it easy to unwind and use? The Pex tubing I use is way too rigid and won't straighten out.

 

[cvysochin]

What about a garden hose that is safe for drinking water ? Like what most RV's and campers use. Should be a lot more pliable and not too pricey.

 

[Malcontent]

Thanks Malcontent. Is it easy to unwind and use? The Pex tubing I use is way too rigid and won't straighten out.

Yes, it's very easy to handle while also very difficult to kink. Winding the tubing using this method is ideal since it doesn't put a twist in the tubing.

I have some 1/2" PEX for future plumbing projects and it doesn't even compare. PEX is really meant for permanent installation.

 

[Psychedelic Fins]

Yes, it's very easy to handle while also very difficult to kink. Winding the tubing using this method is ideal since it doesn't put a twist in the tubing.

I have some 1/2" PEX for future plumbing projects and it doesn't even compare. PEX is really meant for permanent installation.

Such a simple solution. Thanks! All my cords and hoses will be wound in this manner moving forward.