Recommended Sump

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Z-Ice, Aug 27, 2007.

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  1. Z-Ice

    Z-Ice Flamingo Tongue

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    Hello,
    I currently have an in-line filer, in tank UV sterilizer, in tank heater. I wanted to get some type of in-line protein skimmer but it does not look like it is possible. I only want one inlet and one outlet from the aquarium. SO… I think I must get a sump. What sumps do you recommend? I linked a pic of my available spacing. It is 44 L x 15 D x 15 H. What is available?

    1) I do not want to go nuts.
    2) I do not want to spend a ton of $$.
    3) I do not want to build anything.
    4) It must handle: filter, UV sterilizer I previously have, heater, and new protein skimmer.

    I have not purchased a protein skimmer but it must accommodate the space I have along with the sump.

    http://www.z-ice.com/Aquarium/sumpNeeded.jpg

    Thanks for any feedback you can give.

    Zak
    P.S. Where can I get the sump you recommend?
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  3. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    The more water volume you can get is better. With the space you have there it looks like a 30L will fit under there. You can have some custom made but acrylic is not cheap.
     
  4. Z-Ice

    Z-Ice Flamingo Tongue

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    new thread

    http://www.3reef.com/forums/filters-etc/sump-design-42301.html

    I guess I could have continued this but I felt a new thread would be better. I guess since I have this open... What is a good protein skimmer which is < 13" tall?? I placed my sump in the only location possible and I only have 13" of clearance. Should I go with a H.O.T. skimmer in my sump. That might be possible. I prefer a in-sump solution...

    Any ideas?

    Thanks,
    Zak