drain question

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Devon, May 29, 2012.

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  1. Devon

    Devon Astrea Snail

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    Is it bad to have more over flow drain pipe submerged under water in the sump or should i have an air gap between the end of the pipe and the sump water line?
     
    Devon, May 29, 2012
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  2. DevinH

    DevinH Montipora Capricornis

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    Just cuts down on noise. No problem.
     
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  3. Devon

    Devon Astrea Snail

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    anyone else have any input?
     
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  4. Greg@LionfishLair

    Greg@LionfishLair 3reef Sponsor

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    As mentioned, it cuts down on splash noise if you have the drain submerged.
     
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  5. AZDesertRat

    AZDesertRat Giant Squid

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    My drain has a long radius sweep under the water so makes no noise at all. Never been a problem in 8 or 9 years of use.
     
    AZDesertRat, May 29, 2012
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