I asked this somewhere else, but hoping to get a better response here.
I am getting ready to drill my 210 (72x24x30 with 1/2 glass) and want to make sure I don't run into issues later. So here is a little system info:
I plan on running the BeanAnimal style overflow with 3 2" holes with a Manta Ray return pump (5200gph) with 2 1" returns(maybe 4). The Manta Ray will also run a manifold that will feed some frag tanks, reactors and a refugium.
Also running a closed loop with a Barracuda(4500gph)and OM 8 way. I removed the mega overflows that came with the tank and will use those 4 holes in the bottom(2 @ 1" and 2 @ 3/ 4") as part of the closed loop. The remaining 4 1" holes will be drilled into the back panel. The inlet for the CL will be 2 holes @ 1 1/2".
The tank will be barebottom so no worries about sand storms. The goal is to keep the the display free of powerheads and equipment but eliminate any dead spots.
With what is mention above I will need to drill the following holes:
3 @ 2"
2 @ 1 1/2"
2-4 @ 1" (for return)
4 @ 1" (for CL)
Total of 11-13 holes in the back panel. The holes will be a minimum of 8" apart (edge to edge) most of them will be 12" apart or more.
So, am I pushing my luck??
I realize that I can send some of the returns over the top but I will have some mesh tops to keep the jumpers in and was trying to keep it clean looking if I can. I can get some pictures if it will help. Any input would be a appreciated.
Thanks
I am getting ready to drill my 210 (72x24x30 with 1/2 glass) and want to make sure I don't run into issues later. So here is a little system info:
I plan on running the BeanAnimal style overflow with 3 2" holes with a Manta Ray return pump (5200gph) with 2 1" returns(maybe 4). The Manta Ray will also run a manifold that will feed some frag tanks, reactors and a refugium.
Also running a closed loop with a Barracuda(4500gph)and OM 8 way. I removed the mega overflows that came with the tank and will use those 4 holes in the bottom(2 @ 1" and 2 @ 3/ 4") as part of the closed loop. The remaining 4 1" holes will be drilled into the back panel. The inlet for the CL will be 2 holes @ 1 1/2".
The tank will be barebottom so no worries about sand storms. The goal is to keep the the display free of powerheads and equipment but eliminate any dead spots.
With what is mention above I will need to drill the following holes:
3 @ 2"
2 @ 1 1/2"
2-4 @ 1" (for return)
4 @ 1" (for CL)
Total of 11-13 holes in the back panel. The holes will be a minimum of 8" apart (edge to edge) most of them will be 12" apart or more.
So, am I pushing my luck??
I realize that I can send some of the returns over the top but I will have some mesh tops to keep the jumpers in and was trying to keep it clean looking if I can. I can get some pictures if it will help. Any input would be a appreciated.
Thanks