Tide Simulator?

Sounds good! Now lets see that sketch!

 

This isn't exactly what you need but it could be a model.

Pump 2 container could be anything, 5 gallon buck, tote what ever. Pump 1 in tank and where the plants are would be your tide pool.


The problem I see with pumps pumping from one tank then back is if you have a failure on one side you have a flood.

The way for the ebb/flow is you fill one container and the water drains back slowly.

*and of course a link would be most helpful
http://www.aquahub.com/store/diygbuildebb.html

 

...Be back in a bout a half hour. I've gotta do some laundry; then I'll get working on that sketch! hahaha

 

Yeaa!

 

I think I see what you mean. It sounds like you are just suggesting that the "tide" pump be in the display instead of my reserve/reservoir ?

Your link was very helpful...2 separate pumps.

 

In the sump on your 29 is what I was thinking.

 

Oh I guess I wouldn't need an extra tank...works for me! For some reason I was thinking a couldn't use my sump. Duh-uh! : That makes it simpler.

So...I would need my normal return pump for the 6.5g. Then I would need 2 other pumps to safely create the tide effect?

 

Just read how that hydroponic ebb and flow system works and you should see what I mean.

It's more work and one extra container but it will raise and lower your water level in the pool like you want safely.

 

Awesome Idea. I can't wait to see it. Glad I can't smell it.

 

Thanks fishyfinder.


What does that last part mean? lol.