Mini Fuge for BioCube DIY Thread w/ Pics

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by Biocube, Jan 31, 2012.

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  1. Biocube

    Biocube Giant Squid

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    I'll add everything up tonight, I think I used 10ft but only because I made a few mistakes here an there. I did use PVC glue, so far everything looks happy and healthy. :)
     
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  3. roadwaffle

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    Thanks, I appreciate it!
     
  4. Biocube

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    Hey!! Sorry for the delay, I had a date night with the fiancée.


    You will need:
    10ft - 1in PVC
    11- 90deg 1in Bend
    1 - 1in Ball valve
    1 - 1in T PVC
    1 - 1in End Cap

    That should be pretty much it, hope this helps :)
     
  5. Biocube

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    Hey man, are you still running the 1/2in pipe? I never (knock on wood) have got clogged or ever slowed down. Can you post pics or get a little more in depth?
     
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    Just out of curiusity how much flow do you have in your tank? I have the stock equipment plus one Koralia circulation and wave pump 425 gph. I'm wondering if I need another for more circulation?
     
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    Thanks for measuring and figuring 10'! I hope you had a great time out last night.

    Your beginning instructions say: "Cut 2 x 14 inch pipes & 1x 13in pipe" I'm assuming this is the important pieces to measure correctly to have this work. Is this the measurement you stuck with?
     
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  9. Biocube

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    Hey! I didn't remember posting those lengths but they around about right! I did cut back the 13 down to 9.5 for my Tunze 9002 Skimmer.

    I think you are ready to go! :D