Bulkheads and downpipes

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  1. WFOgixxer

    WFOgixxer Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I am making a 110 gal tank reef ready myself and I have a few questions.
    I am aiming for 1000gph return so this means 1.5 inch bulkhead and an approx total linear overflow length of 16 inches
    I want to go for one centered overflow box would this work efficiently? should I go more GPH or less?
    And for the bulkhead I am going to use a Hayward bulkhead Threaded fitting
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    is this a good one to use? for an 1.5 bulkhead I would need to drill a 2.5inch hole. Also what is the best style to use for a stand pipe?
    I was thinking the Durso standpipe style.
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    Thx.
     
    WFOgixxer, Mar 17, 2008
    WFOgixxer, Mar 17, 2008
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  2. Kentanner11

    Kentanner11 Coral Banded Shrimp

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    I thought 1" PVC provided 600 gph. I might be wrong but pretty sure.
    PS- I favor coast to coast overflows, which run the entire length of the tank (on any side)
    I would search 3reef, or google as it is sort of hard to explain. GOOD LUCK!
     
    Kentanner11, Mar 17, 2008
    Kentanner11, Mar 17, 2008
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