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Originally Posted by BigAl07  Any input on the ceramic plugs as opposed to alternatives?
This is my first attempt at even contemplating an extensive filter set-up as I only have experience with HOB filters and the all-in-one system like in My nano cube. How do I get the water down into the sump without creating a potential for flooding during power outage? don't want to run dual pumps because if one fails the other keeps running and floods either display or sump. Maybe we should create/replicate the HOB system like I have on my 10g. We could create an elevated stand to have a 10g as a sump/fuge slightly higher and have it gravity feed back into the frag tank. |
Eagle Eyes reply is correct, either drill the tank, or, you can purchase a quality hang on overflow, like a lifereef (I do not recomend the CPR). This will run you more than the tank most likely, usually $40-$60. Sometimes you can find em used for cheap. You might want to check with Asheville Aquarium to see if they drill tanks, I'm not sure if he does or not.
AFA as frag plugs, I honestly don't think it matters to much what you use, ceramic, aragonite, plastic, sea shells, rubble rock. Whatever works easiest for you and is easiest to get. I'm not sure what reef plugs you are refering to that require cycling/soaking.
I personally like receiving my frags on the smallest plugs possible so it is easy to cut them off or hide them when I place them in my tank. I HATE those big round plugs that have become popular with the reef farmers overseas, I'm sure it works great for them since the plugs are heavy, but they are hideous in the tank while you are waiting for your neon blue/green and pink tip grows 2 inches a year acro to fill in the space. Not that I have one.