pump question

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by railroader46, Jan 21, 2010.

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  1. railroader46

    railroader46 Skunk Shrimp

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    I am slowly assembling parts for my new tank (90gal) and I have a couple questions. I have purchased my skimmer already ETSS sump buddy 40 downdraft skimmer and I am needing a pump to run it as well as a pump for the return. I am wanting to use external pumps but am not sure which ones to use. I know my skimmer is rated for 700-900gph flow rate. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
     
    railroader46, Jan 21, 2010
    railroader46, Jan 21, 2010
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  2. dreiling

    dreiling Fire Shrimp

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    First nice skimmer, I have an aqua c 120 but I love etss.
    Second I use a slightly oversized pump and attach a valve to it do adjust performance.
    Third I use in sump rio hyperflows, they use 75 watts less and 75 watts 24hr x 365days equals a lot of watts. about 4 dollars less a month to run
     
    dreiling, Jan 21, 2010
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  3. railroader46

    railroader46 Skunk Shrimp

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    Any body else here have a suggestion.
     
    railroader46, Jan 23, 2010
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  4. Otty

    Otty Giant Squid

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    I would look on their web site and see what they recommend for that type of skimmer. I use a ReeFlo pump for my Bullet 3
     
    Otty, Jan 25, 2010
    Otty, Jan 25, 2010
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