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Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by AdamS, May 30, 2010.

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  1. AdamS

    AdamS Coral Banded Shrimp

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    Alright well i have a tank with a internal corner overflow that has one hole. What i want to know is what type of pipe setup should i have for the water to drain. When i had originally bought it it just had a 1" pvc pipe with holes drilled in it so i really dont know how i should set it up. Also i really dont want to buy a kit so if anyone has a way that i can do it with pvc or simple materials that would be great. Thanks
     
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  2. Tropical_Supply

    Tropical_Supply 3reef Sponsor

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    The single PVC pipe with holes drilled down the side would be fine, but it would probably be a little loud. If you make a DIY durso pipe with materials you can get from your local home depot or lowes (except for the strainer), it'll probably only cost you $10. We run those in our tanks cause they drain fast and are quiet.
     
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  3. horkn

    horkn Giant Squid

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    A home made durso is a great way to drain water quietly. Follow the directions on this site.
    Durso Standpipes

    I have a single 1" durso on my 200g tank with a 1" relief over flow just in case. fwiw, a 1" pipe can flow just under 1000 gph
     
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  4. AdamS

    AdamS Coral Banded Shrimp

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    ok thanks for your help
     
    AdamS, May 30, 2010
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