Sump on 150 gal

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  1. dienerman

    dienerman Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    I am in the process of setting up a 150 gal DT and have a 30 gal tank that I am thinking of using as a sump. Is this big enough to divide into a skimmer/return/fuge type set up or do I need something a bit larger. My tank is not drilled so I will be using an overflow box.
     
    dienerman, Sep 26, 2011
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  2. armison89

    armison89 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    i would get a 55 gallon and use that for the sump
     
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  3. M-Ocean Man

    M-Ocean Man Flame Angel

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    Agreed 100%. Get the largest sump you can afford/handle/install. You will NOT kick yourself for having too much room in the future. A 30 gallon for a 150 is a bit undersized IMO. Especially to divide into three chambers for a 150 gallon tank.

    Hope this helps . . .
     
    M-Ocean Man, Sep 26, 2011
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  4. dienerman

    dienerman Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    It does... thanks....Im the new guy here so any and all advise is welcome!!
     
    dienerman, Sep 26, 2011
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