Rio 3100 return pump good for 40 gallon display?

Discussion in 'Filters, Pumps, etc..' started by Anthos312, Jan 17, 2012.

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  1. Anthos312

    Anthos312 Millepora

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    So ive wanted to add a sump to my system to hide my filtration and so that I can have a refugium. I have my 40 gallon display tank. Do you think a Rio 3100 pump is a good size? Someone i know is selling it for $35 and im wondering if 900gph is going to be too much flow.

    What do you all think?
     
    Anthos312, Jan 17, 2012
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  2. gsxr1000rider

    gsxr1000rider Fire Shrimp

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    That's exactly what I had on my 40g breeder, added a ball valve on the return side and adjusted from there, worked perfect for me!
     
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  3. Anthos312

    Anthos312 Millepora

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    alright. I will likely be doing this pump with one of the PVC DIY style overflow systems since i do not want to purchase an overflow box, and it seems that these PVC systems are able to restart the siphon without priming it in the event of a power loss and gain.
     
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