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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Mike Initially I think we were thinking 2 x 1 1/2 drains with one going to the refugium (originally in the basement) and the other to the sump. Is it still best to stick with 1 1/2 or should these be increased to say 2" Thanks Sabella
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    I have drawn and attached what I hope is a final plan for my tank setup and all the various components. Mike and others it would be great if you could guide me as to your thoughts. Will it work? Am I likely to encounter any problems etc All feed back will be much greatly appreciate. Thanks...
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Ok that make sense Mike. So putting this all together, I simply change the position of the refugium from under the sump as originally thought to above the sump (enclosed above the hood). The closed loop would remain as shown in your previous post Mike? The sump would remain under the cabinet...
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Ok so with the refugium above the main tank there should be no problems even though there is a considerable height for the pump to overcome? What would happen should the refugium pump fail, and interms of the drain line (simply using gravity) what would be used to keep the amount of water going...
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    haha the way I am going there seems to only be enough room for a 40" TV now :P There may be one other option if it can be plumbed and supported which is to create an area above my cabinet including the lights to run the refugium tank with the sum remaining under the main tank. I could add some...
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    heh not unless I remove our television and I don't think that will go down too well
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Ok I guess this is a more difficult situation :confused: In terms of my tank set up I have a custom 59.06"L x 29.13"W x 27.56"H Glass tank which will sit on a 59.06"L x 29.13"W x 31.5"H cabinet. Due to the large amount of equipment (Skimmer, CR, KR, Chiller, Various pumps) and the need for a...
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Hmm in so the Iwaki 100 is not a good option? What do you mean by if it is short? Thanks Sabella
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    Some plumbing for Sabella

    Plumbing Mike Thanks for the diagram it is awesome and starting to make good sense. In relation to skimmer would it be best to drill the sump on the left side and draw water from the first compartment then have it flow back to the sump? Does this require another pump on that side for the...
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    MH Bulb and Ballast

    Hi I am looking to put together 1 x 400 W MH light with an Iwasaki 6500K single-ended metal halide bulb 1 x 400 W MH light with a Ushio 20K single-ended metal halide bulb. I live where the current is 220 - 240V as oppossed to 110V. I am confused as to what Ballast I am required to run with...
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    How do I post pics etc?

    Not sure if this is the place to ask however I have looked at the FAQ on posting attachments and pics and I still am not sure how to go about it. In FAQ it advises that to post a pic click on the browse option and search my hard drive. I can't seem to find the browse option. Can someone please...
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    Comment by 'Sabella' in media 'green acro with bright blue tips'

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    Sump/Refuge Setup

    Hi I am looking to start a new reef tank and am looking for a sump/ refuge setup to including a section for a skimmer etc Any drawings/photos would be a great help Thanks
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