55 Gallon Sump

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  1. AdamS

    AdamS Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I am going to make a sump for my 125 gallon DT. I needed help on how i should set up my standard 55 gallon sump tank as far as how many sections and the baffle sizes. It will be a fowlr if that makes any difference. Thanks
     
    AdamS, Aug 30, 2010
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  2. ali1

    ali1 Skunk Shrimp

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    I would imagine the baffle sizes is determined by your skimmer. Each skimmer performs best at a specific water level. Find out what that is to set your baffle between the skimmer section and the return section
     
    ali1, Aug 31, 2010
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  3. cdmorrison01

    cdmorrison01 Astrea Snail

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    You can always build a stand for your skimmer if the water level is too deep.
     
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  4. AdamS

    AdamS Coral Banded Shrimp

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    anyone have any sump design or plans for a 55 gallon?
     
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  5. AdamS

    AdamS Coral Banded Shrimp

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    any ideas on how i should set it up? Do i need a refugium on a fowlr?
     
    AdamS, Sep 3, 2010
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