What size sump do I need?

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  1. Sage

    Sage Plankton

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    Hello everyone I would like to know what size sump I need for my 20 gallon aquarium. I want to use it as a reef with mostly Acropora, maybe a Favites, and some Zoas. Also is it better to build my sump or buy one? is it pretty complicated to build?
     
    Sage, Apr 27, 2012
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  2. TheMightyMac

    TheMightyMac Bristle Worm

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    Im no expert, but for my 20 im going to use a 10 gal. buy some acylic and create some chambers, done
     
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  3. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    Go with the biggest you can fit , especially with only a 20g display. They are fairly easy to build out of another tank. Just silicone some baffles in.
     
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