With smaller dimensions, the return pump may fit better in your sump. More room in your sump is always a good thing as it allows for more equipment options and overall flexibility. Depending on your sump setup, your return chamber might only allow a smaller-sized pump. One of the biggest advantages of a smaller sized pump is its lower noise.
I like to enjoy the look of my reef tank and sump area and not hear it as much as possible. A smaller pump will produce less noise than a larger return pump.
There are ways to dampen return pump noise, but using a smaller pump is often the most effective. Whether you choose a fast or slow flow rate through your sump setting up your plumbing and return pump correctly should yield positive results in your saltwater aquarium.
When you consider your drain, return line, return pump, skimmer capability, and build flexibility in your setup with gate valves and pump adjustability you will be able to dial in the right settings for your tank.
Is it possible to measure the exact flow rate in my system? A flow meter can be used in line with plumbing usually on the return line to measure flow through a pipe.
Neptune Systems makes a flow meter that can be plumbed on the return line and connected to the Apex Controller to measure flow constantly. AC stands for alternating current and DC stands for direct current electricity. AC pumps run at their constant maximum speed and flow rate with adjustability happening as head pressure on the pump. DC pumps use direct current electricity through a controller which allows the pump to use less power and variably adjust its flow rate.
Where DC return pumps have a lot of operating advantages AC pumps do have their own advantages. AC pumps are cheaper and quite reliable overall. Hello, I'm ReefSumper. Thanks for checking out my site! I've been in the hobby for over 10 years and enjoy reef tanks immensely.
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Which for small aquariums you would end up with more plumbing than tank. Because there are soooo many variations from setup to setup the information provided can be hard to come by. I am talking about a vavle to reduce the pressure in case it outperforms my overflow.
I dont want my tank flooding because of too much water coming back from the sump. You can post now and register later.
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