chris
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Post by chris on Apr 17, 2013 16:27:13 GMT -8
Hey everyone,
I need help converting my acrylic tank into a sump for my upgrade. Can anyone help me out?
-Chris
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Post by cngh on Apr 19, 2013 11:27:22 GMT -8
i know people on here have done it... but it might help to have some more details about the tank (sump to be) and your goals (i.e. basic 2 chamber, or 3 or 4 chamber, or fuge area, or internal/external pump...etc.). or are you asking about where to get parts? or designs? all of the above?  if it's acrylic, you'll probably need some kind of weld-on or similar product b/c silicone i don't think is adequate to bond acrylic to acrylic (the baffles) for very long. but i guess if you don't have a large volume of water, a good silicone joint might be enough to withstand the pressure... |
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chris
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Post by chris on Apr 22, 2013 17:43:48 GMT -8
Ok, I have a ~37g clear for life acrylic tank that I'd like to convert into a sump. I don't need anything special. I have a Mag12 that I will use as my return, and I've read that Mag pumps are better used internally.
As far as chambers, a basic 2 chamber with a fuge area is what I'd like.
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Post by chris on Apr 30, 2013 9:05:23 GMT -8
How thick should the baffles be?
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Post by chefzilla on Apr 30, 2013 10:51:15 GMT -8
Acrylic thickness shouldnt be a problem just as long as its not super flexible. What matters the most is the height that they need to be so your skimmer runs at optimal level.
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Post by bullitr on Jul 24, 2013 13:01:32 GMT -8
My sump blew up because it was it supported properly and end up with 150 gallons on the floor.
Since the tank is acrylic make sure that the braces are in place and do not modify it that can cause for it to be weaken.The Baffles add strength too so get a few scrap from Burbank plastic depot the thicker the better .
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