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The sump will be a 55 AGA or maybe Rubbermaid. Should the drain lines from the display have submerged exits in the sump?

April 26, 2017Aga display drain exits maybe rubbermaid submerged sump

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The sump will be a 55 AGA or maybe Rubbermaid. Should the drain lines from the display have submerged exits in the sump?

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I have seen some of the older wet/dry type sumps with the drain plumbed into the cover(s) and newer units plumbed submerged. I think through the cover would probably cause more bubble problems downstream. The sump will have one or two Aqua C EV Series skimmers and a compartment filled with live rock. Provisions for a future calcium reactor and possible Borneman type flush device will be made. The idea of two return pumps is appealing. After looking at the MDM/Sequence pumps, I think of going with only one return pump because the amp draw is very low versus flow rate on their 3,000+ GPH pumps. Operating cost is, of course, a concern. I know Iwaki (Japanese) are highly recommended, but one Iwaki won’t be enough. What are your thoughts on pump brands, noise, and operating costs for the water movement I need? I really want to do this right the first time an