Ok as the title states am I getting ready to build my new sump from a 29g tank. I don't have my skimmer or pump yet but I know which ones I will be getting. The dimensions of the tank are 30l x18.75h x12.25d, will be putting a skimmer that has 12"x8.5" footprint, 6-7.75" operating depth and pump with aprox 5"x3"x5.5" footprint with no piping attached. I have watched some vids on youtube on how to make them so I know how to setup the bubbletrap, What I need to know is how tall do I make the baffles. I do have a little room to set the skimmer on a platform to make that chamber deeper if that helps any. Any suggestions for layout?
Building new sump got a few questions
- Thread starter R1junkie
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Sure some members can advise...
Here is one great site for info too Melevsreef.com | Acrylic Sumps & Refugiums
Here is one great site for info too Melevsreef.com | Acrylic Sumps & Refugiums
TheBishop
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Mine were not. I initially put in 3/16" acrylic and they all buckled, went to 1/4 inch glass to be safe. A hell of alot cheaper too.
Built347
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1/4" acrylic will work.. any area that will be holding back 2" or higher water will need to be braced... It will eventually let go if not.. plastic doesn't glue to glass very well... I still use plexi dividers because plastic is so easy to work with and if done right (overdone) it will hold but for the record glass on glass is the only worry free option..
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Built347
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bmplank86
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Yup I believe mine were 11 7/8". Then when I lined the baffles up and laid the silicon, I used my finger to push some into the gap. My sump has 1/4" baffles, so if you use 4 plan to loose an inch when deciding chamber sizes.
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