Return pump for 40 breeder

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by reefer_dane, Jul 7, 2013.

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  1. reefer_dane

    reefer_dane Astrea Snail

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    I am looking for a return pump for my upcoming build. The tank is a 40 breeder with a 29 gallon sump. I want a good pump that doesn't run hot, as I am in Florida and want to avoid a chiller. At this point I am considering the Eheim Compact+ Pump 2000. Any suggestions of something better?
     
    reefer_dane, Jul 7, 2013
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  2. Greg@LionfishLair

    Greg@LionfishLair 3reef Sponsor

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    Are you looking for an external or submersible pump?
     
    Greg@LionfishLair, Jul 8, 2013
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  3. oldfishkeeper

    oldfishkeeper Giant Squid

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    I'd be interested to know about a submersible pump recommendation for a 29 gallon sump for a 65 gallon tank :)

    Not trying to steal the thread......
     
    oldfishkeeper, Jul 8, 2013
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  4. sailorguy

    sailorguy Torch Coral

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    On my 40b I use a Sicce sincra 2.0,I think it's rated at 580gph.I use it for my return and to feed a pellet reactor.I have a ball valve in the line for each(two little fishies)and both are throttled back.My overflow is a Eshopps 300gph.I can't comment on the amount of heat it produces as I just don't know.It is pretty quiet though not silent as advertised.
     
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  5. reefer_dane

    reefer_dane Astrea Snail

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    Im looking for an internal pump.
     
    reefer_dane, Jul 9, 2013
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