designing basment sump question

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by SteelerMike, Apr 8, 2013.

to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. 3reef membership is free.

  1. SteelerMike

    SteelerMike Feather Duster

    Joined:
    Feb 21, 2012
    Messages:
    216
    I am in the process of setting up a basment sump and frag tank for my 125 and am looking for input on the layout. I will have two overflows, each one having its own drain to the sump. My question is about "teeing" off one of the drains to feed my frag tank. Please see my attached diagram (sorry for the bad diagram skills). Would anyone foresee issues with this design? TIA

    basment setup.png
     
    SteelerMike, Apr 8, 2013
    SteelerMike, Apr 8, 2013
    #1

    2. Click Here!

  2. Todd_Sails

    Todd_Sails Giant Squid

    Joined:
    Jul 3, 2011
    Messages:
    4,732
    Location:
    A Texan in S.E. Wisconsin
    Nope
     
    Todd_Sails, Apr 8, 2013
    Todd_Sails, Apr 8, 2013
    #2
  3. SteelerMike

    SteelerMike Feather Duster

    Joined:
    Feb 21, 2012
    Messages:
    216
    Thanks Todd. I just wasn't sure if the ball valve on the first drain would cause issues for the overflow.
     
    SteelerMike, Apr 8, 2013
    SteelerMike, Apr 8, 2013
    #3
  4. cosmo

    cosmo Giant Squid

    Joined:
    Nov 17, 2011
    Messages:
    6,166
    Location:
    southeast ohio O-H....
    looks good to me too;) I have a similar set up with ball valve, just not in the basement! Someday;)
     
    cosmo, Apr 8, 2013
    cosmo, Apr 8, 2013
    #4
  5. Mrhighline

    Mrhighline Fire Shrimp

    Joined:
    Jul 21, 2012
    Messages:
    348
    Location:
    Gilbertsville Pa.
    Skip the ball valve and pick up a true union valve. You'll be much happier.
     
    Mrhighline, Apr 8, 2013
    Mrhighline, Apr 8, 2013
    #5