Return Pump?

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Eric81

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I currently have a 75g DAS tank (built in filtrations-no sump) that I bought used as my first tank three months ago. While I thought it was huge when I first got it, I now know that it is not near big enough to support my new addiction [smilie=rofl.gif] . The tank is doing great, along with everything in it. My plan is to eventually upgrade to a 125g/120g tall with a 30 or 40g sump and all the fixings. I want to slowly start building my system with "gently" used pieces from fellow reefers, so that I can make a smooth transition once I have everything. The one thing that I am confused about is the return pump. What type/how big should it be?? What is a good brand? I have already learned not to buy something that will "just get the job done" or "will work for now." Not looking to spend a lot of money, but don't want to get something that I will be upgrading in a few months either.

Any advice would be appreciated!
 
I run tunze return pumps they are super quiet been using the same pump for almost 3 years with no issues.


Plus they are located in Austin TX so if you have any issues you can get it fixed and returned within a week. But most of all they are a sponsor that supports dfwmas

Size of the pump depends on size of overflow of bulkheads and how many overflows you are running. You don't want too big of return or water will flow to fast through your sump and skimmer will not be as efficient skimming out the bad stuff.


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Also, if you plan to have a fuge, you want to make sure you have good contact time with the water. I've always thought a good pump will turn the tank water over maybe 10 times an hour or so. More flow and your filtration system starts to lose efficiency. Since water flow is critical, though, I've always planned the flow without including the circulation pump. That way you have more than enough flow and a pump on the system that isn't pushing water too fast.
 
Got it! So basically I need to wait until I find my tank and see how whether I have one or two overflows, and how big they are.

Thanks!
 
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