Pump Decision

[Omar]

I would like some suggestions on return pumps. I need a return pump powerful enough to circulate water through two independently plumbed jumbo reactors and to provide some flow to the tank. The current Eheim just isnt getting it done. Any suggestions?

 

[edd]

calculate how much circulation each reactor and tank require. then figure in head pressure. and any 90 deg fittings. add them up that will give you an idea of gph pump you'll need.

 

[masterswimmer]

Hey Omar....
What size and how many overflows do you have?
How high is it from the discharge of your return pump to the top of your tank?
What size is your tank (not critical info for sizing the pump but good for an overall picture)?
Are you running a fuge within your sump?
Can you count up all the fittings on your return line (couplings, ball valves, unions, gate valves, 90's, 45's, 'T's, wye's, etc)?

We can figure out the appropriate pump with the above info.

Russ

 

[MO~IDOL]

ck these out omar...both pump basically same
http://www.aquacave.com/Diablo-DC-Variable-Speed-Water-Pumps-C1173.aspx

I hook up a DC 10000 for my friend for 2x 1" return and 2x 150 Little fish reactors and a skimmer still got plenty flows.
http://www.aquacave.com/SpeedWave-DC-Controllable-Water-Pumps-C1180.aspx

 

[Omar]

thx mo!