240 Gallon Build thread

[DN328]

I like the filter sock option, but also want some bio filter and Refugium for plants. I'll make another sketch today

You'll have bio filtration just not refugium. I have room for refugium but not using it.

 

[M@T!@$]

You'll have bio filtration just not refugium. I have room for refugium but not using it.

What's the best way to set up a Refugium, the way to have water flow in, I'll make another sketch and see if it will work

 

[DN328]

I like the filter sock option, but also want some bio filter and Refugium for plants. I'll make another sketch today

Yup, you will still have bio filtration with the first option, right? It just want be a refugium. I have a chamber that I thought to use as a refugium too, just never did. I use it now just for heaters/UV/etc. Was thinking about throwing a couple glow fish for my kids, but they may get swept away LOL...

 

[DN328]

What's the best way to set up a Refugium, the way to have water flow in, I'll make another sketch and see if it will work

The marine and FW refugiums I've seen typically have flow at the refuguim chamber surface/top. I've not seen many where the walls have openings/holes for top to bottom flow - but it could exists. Some people add flow heads, wave makers to create additional flow and circulation.

IMO, if you have continuous flow THOUGH your sump, I don't think it's necessary to go beyond that. I think as long as you have water agitation from flow going up/under/through chambers that is sufficient. I know folks on here do add devices for additional flow.

 

[M@T!@$]

The marine and FW refugiums I've seen typically have flow at the refuguim chamber surface/top. I've not seen many where the walls have openings/holes for top to bottom flow - but it could exists. Some people add flow heads, wave makers to create additional flow and circulation.

IMO, if you have continuous flow THOUGH your sump, I don't think it's necessary to go beyond that. I think as long as you have water agitation from flow going up/under/through chambers that is sufficient. I know folks on here do add devices for additional flow.

I hope to have this completed by this week. Drilling holes in the tank, I guess I'll just pick up a 40 breeder, and get the baffles going.

Would acrylic baffles be good enough? Or do I need to use glass ones

 

[DN328]

I hope to have this completed by this week. Drilling holes in the tank, I guess I'll just pick up a 40 breeder, and get the baffles going.

Would acrylic baffles be good enough? Or do I need to use glass ones

I think most that use glass tanks use glass as bonding with glass to glass is easier. Although it can be done given what I've seen. I cannot speak from personal experience with acrylic baffles other than my weir is acrylic.

Fish Tank Travis , has a good example done with glass. He could give you tips.

 

[M@T!@$]

I think most that use glass tanks use glass as bonding with glass to glass is easier. Although it can be done given what I've seen. I cannot speak from personal experience with acrylic baffles other than my weir is acrylic.

Fish Tank Travis , has a good example done with glass. He could give you tips.

I've posted a wtb for a sump on a local fish site. If nothing bites then I'll have to build my own. I believe he already posted on one of my sump threads. His 55gallon sump turned out well

 

[M@T!@$]

Found a cheap marineland model 4 sump. Brand new in box. Possibly cheaper/ easier than building one here

Picking it up next week! Tank is almost complete and ready for water!!!

 

[714car11]

Nice sump.

 

[M@T!@$]

Nice sump.

Thank you, it's gonna be perfect for this setup, I like the trickle trays and giant bio wheels