Confused about returns

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Ryan Duchatel, Jul 21, 2012.

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  1. Ryan Duchatel

    Ryan Duchatel Millepora

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    Hey guys,

    I am looking at getting at a Hydor Seltz L40 for my sump return. It says there is a 16mm outlet. I want to connect this to 1 inch PVC, but I don't know how. How do you actually connect your PVC pipe to the return? or does everyone just use plastic flexy pipe?

    Because pretty much everyones return have I have seen as PVC, especially so I can put a T bracket in it so I can return excess to the skimmer section.

    Can you guys help me?

    Thanks a bucket load.

    Ryan.
     
    Ryan Duchatel, Jul 21, 2012
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  2. vankirk

    vankirk Sea Dragon

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    Is the outlet of the pump have a threaded fitting?
     
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  4. vankirk

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    It looks to me like it comes with adapters that thread into the housing to attach hoses.
    I would take one of those adapters to your local hardware/plumbing stores. Ask for an coupling that goes between those threads and the size pvc you want to use.
     
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