external pump install

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  1. gjplttq

    gjplttq Plankton

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    I have an external pump with an 2" inlet is this ok to connect to a 30x15x15 acrylic refugium /sump and if so how do i go about drilling the hole to connect pump. I want to get into this hobby its allway something can anyone give me advice on this
     
    gjplttq, Jun 8, 2011
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  2. thepanfish

    thepanfish Flying Squid

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    Try a holesaw, then use a bulkhead.
     
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  3. gjplttq

    gjplttq Plankton

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    Hey thanks for that advice
     
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  4. thepanfish

    thepanfish Flying Squid

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    Glad I could help! This must be a big tank for a 2" inlet!
     
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  5. gjplttq

    gjplttq Plankton

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    No its not that big only 120gal with 2 drains i already had a pump and just want to use instead of buying something new. Do you know if this will work
     
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  6. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    What brand/model of pump is it? Not all pumps are suitable for saltwater use as some have metal parts inside.
     
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