plumbing

I drilled a 2.5" hole in my 46g tank for an overflow box on one side but now I'm thinking I'd rather have the return line there. Long story short, I'm thinking of putting the tank in a different location where the drain would look much better if it was on the other side. :rolleyes: According to...

I have a proclear 230 aquarium. It has 2 standpipes in the overflow at the same height, so no emergency overflow. They both have ball valves on them in the sump. I want to add a reefmat 1200 to the tank, so I'm thinking I have a few options. Which do you think would be best? 1) add ~1 inch...

Hey all, I bought this tank with the plumbing already configured.. now I’d like to add this coralife uv sterilizer into the system, what’s the best way to go about it? I know I have to be within a gph threshold, but that’s all I know. Just plumb it into an open ball valve? Directly off the...

I’m currently considering the Coralvue Hydros system for my tanks. I would love to get a Hydros Flow Sensor for my return, but the reviews I’ve read report the sensor’s internal diameter restricts the flow by as much as 1/4” or more. I have a 1.5” return. Is it ridiculous to think I could buy a...

Can I plumb a Neptune flow sensor on the outlet side of an external protein skimmer? Or does it have to be on the inlet side? What’s the consensus?

Hello Reefers, Quick question - My ATO setup is as following A 240 G water reservoir (I use NSW) which is at an elevation of around 10 ft mounted and plumbed into the garage - I will call it Master reservoir A small 30 gallon brute tank reservoir which keeps the water heated for water change -...

New in box Reef Synergy Shadow V3 16" overflow with external and external pipe options. Lists for $284, $200 shipped in continental US https://synergyreef.com/product/16-shadow-overflow/

Left side has some sort of emergency overflow, right intake is cut short and makes a lot of noise. Currently cycling fresh water and citric acid to clean. Will drain and rinse tomorrow morning. Need serious suggestions on upgrading or improving this systems hardware for less than $1000. Two...

I’m a brand new waterbox owner, who is recently put together the basic piping per the poor instructions. Waterbox has provided recently decided to move my tank (all pre full setup) and found that I could no longer remove. The hand tightened return line nozzles. I’m terrified of damaging them...

I'm in the process of planning out a new tank, but there's a problem with the plumbing. I have my 40gal refugium in my storage room. The current tank connects to this easily because there is just drywall inbetween, but not for the new tank. New tank arrangement will look like this: There is a...

I purchased a 80w deltec UV and hard plumbed it into my return line with 3/4 pipe. However with my dc pump rated at 4000 lph was only getting around 900 lph vs around 2500lph before the uv was installed. Ok I figure a larger pump is needed. Purchased a dc pump rated at 12000 lph thinking it...

Hey Everyone! This is my first time plumbing an aquarium and I'm looking for any feedback or advice anyone wants to provide! I have everything dry-fit right now (no glue in place whatsoever) and would appreciate any info I can get ahead of the glue-up. I'm using an Eshopps Eclipse-L overflow...

Hello everyone, I need some guidance here. I have a 30G DT with a 10G Sump I have just finished setting up. I was going to use a HOB overflow but have heard horror stories and with my work schedule I DO NOT want to risk a flood. So I will be pulling most of the water out my tank and moving live...

Ok, have not plumbed sump in ages and would appreciate any feedback before I glue. Plumbing a Trigger Systems Platinum 26 to Innovative Marine 75int. Anything you would change? I have a UV sterilizer (AquaUV 15 watt Classic) I plan to place horizontally and soft plumb in the space next to...

Just drilled this today and grabbed a few things of pvc. All the holes are 1 3/8”. The overfill is 1” pvc all the way to sump. The return is 3/4” vinyl tubing, connected to pvc at the tank. Was thinking about using male and female adapters with a gasket for diy bulkhead. Will this work with my...

I recently purchased a Cade 1200 S2/P from AlgeaBarn. I really like the larger width on the Cade peninsula tanks and decided to go with them vs the more expensive custom route. Im removing the stock sump and plumbing and fitting it with a DIY 60 gallon breeder and roller mat placed in my...

Hey guys, New reefer here. I have a 40B with a 20L sump. On my drain line I made the mistake of putting a brass nipple and gate valve. The sump has been running for about 6 days. I realize now that brass is not good for my tank but I’m wondering how long it is until it becomes totally toxic...

My family and I just bought a brand new house where I will be building a new 150g tank in my office on the main floor. Our basement is fully finished and lucky for me, beneath my office is the only unfinished part, complete with utility sink rough-ins where I will be putting my saltwater mixing...

I recently replaced the sump for my Red Sea Reefer 170 with a Fiji Cube Advance 20. I wasn't able to put my UV sterilizer under the tank how it was before and I wanted to add a GHl flow sensor while I was messing with stuff. The only way I think it can work is behind the tank as pictured. This...

Dear all, I am going to be moving my tank in a week and I have a plumbing question. In order to move the tank I am going to have to cut the current plumbing so that I can remove the bulkhead and move the tank. Is there a way to avoid this in the future? I recently moved the tank across my...

I’m about to plumb a 75 gallon tank. I’m wanting to do black and red for the pvc. Can I spray paint the pvc? Also any tips for making it look sleek and fancy looking?

I feel like I've been making too many boards about this project but it's my first time plumbing a system and anxiety is a huge issue. Don't want to have to redo this later so looking for some final advice before I start cutting my pipe! My system: 40g tank + 16g sump + possible addition of a...

Hi all, I'm having major issues putting in the plumbing in my Red Sea Reefer 625 G2. The pipes that go into the overflow box have 2 threads and 2 rubber rings at the bottom. The first thread goes in fine but the second thread won't 'bite'. The rubber rings make it impossible to turn the pipe...

I just bought an Avast Kalk stirrer, im wondering though if ill have any issues running it up to the AIO section of my tank from beneath in the cabinet. I plan on having my Versa slowly fill the kalk constantly so it doses a very small amount all day. on the outlet ill have a check valve, and...

Brand new in the box Sicce SDC 7.0. It has never been taken out of the box or seen water. I bought it planning for an upgrade that never happened. $300 shipped PayPal only