Kfactor Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Hi I just made a refugium for my diy aio 10g just to add a little more volume to the tank and maybe want to add chaeto to it . I got a smaller power head for the pump but seems to be over flowing I thought a 3/4” bulk head would handle the flow . The power head is 265gph what would u guys recommend for it? Quote Link to comment
Christopher Marks Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Nice idea @Kfactor! You'll want the flow through a refugium to be quite a bit slower than a traditional filter. I'd recommend a Cobalt Mini MJ 404, it has adjustable flow from 18gph up to 106gph: https://www.marinedepot.com/Cobalt_Mini_MJ_404_Powerhead-3C00543-FIPHAD-vi.html. It's a tried a true compact design, I used them on all-in-one refugium tanks all the way back in 2002. 4 Quote Link to comment
Superdave Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 2nd about the pump/powerhead. Are AWESOME products! What you made looks great! Quote Link to comment
skipm Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 I agree that a smaller powerhead is needed not only to fix you drainage problem but a slower flow is needed for the refugium to work properly. Nice acrylic work BTW. Quote Link to comment
Kfactor Posted May 20, 2019 Author Share Posted May 20, 2019 I did a few mods to it too see if it works I didn’t want to buy a new pump unless I have too lol. This is what I came up with so far 1 Quote Link to comment
Superdave Posted May 21, 2019 Share Posted May 21, 2019 I have never set up something like this, so am by no means an expert. From what I do understand however, you may want to keep in mind that if you adjust the flow to/from your pump you can strain it possibly. It's not like you are going to burn out the motor overnight, but if you can adjust the flow of the pump itself that is ideal. Once again, it looks really nice. People pay big money for stuff like this so you consider this as a revenue stream to fund your own tank! Quote Link to comment
Kfactor Posted May 22, 2019 Author Share Posted May 22, 2019 11 hours ago, Superdave said: I have never set up something like this, so am by no means an expert. From what I do understand however, you may want to keep in mind that if you adjust the flow to/from your pump you can strain it possibly. It's not like you are going to burn out the motor overnight, but if you can adjust the flow of the pump itself that is ideal. Once again, it looks really nice. People pay big money for stuff like this so you consider this as a revenue stream to fund your own tank! Yea I thought I would give it a try but I can’t get the flow right so I’m going to order the mini jet dc pump for it I should be able to get it down enough to keep a nice flow though it . The reason why I want the pump inside is to keep the display cleaner looking as well . Quote Link to comment
skipm Posted May 27, 2019 Share Posted May 27, 2019 You could also feed it using an air lift. Quote Link to comment
Superdave Posted May 28, 2019 Share Posted May 28, 2019 On 5/21/2019 at 10:18 PM, Kfactor said: Yea I thought I would give it a try but I can’t get the flow right so I’m going to order the mini jet dc pump for it I should be able to get it down enough to keep a nice flow though it . The reason why I want the pump inside is to keep the display cleaner looking as well . Having the pump outside of the tank is a huge win. Tons are setup this way, so it is definitely doable, but will take some time and tinkering. That is why companies charge what they do, for the fluid dynamic engineering that goes into product. To me, the DIY and "accomplishment" of pulling it off yourself is fun. Quote Link to comment
Reefkid88 Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 I wish I was skilled and had all the tools to make stuff..I need so much acrylic stuff made lol. The fuge looks awesome though,kudos. 2 Quote Link to comment
Matteo Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 On 6/30/2019 at 11:49 AM, Reefkid88 said: I wish I was skilled and had all the tools to make stuff..I need so much acrylic stuff made lol. The fuge looks awesome though,kudos. I used to have access to a 3D printer and a laser cutter. Was perfect for DIY, especially getting the acrylic cut perfectly. Quote Link to comment
Reefkid88 Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 I wish someone would offer me some time on a printer,I need a 5"x5" false wall made !!! 17 minutes ago, Matteo said: I used to have access to a 3D printer and a laser cutter. Was perfect for DIY, especially getting the acrylic cut perfectly. 1 Quote Link to comment
Tired Posted September 15, 2019 Share Posted September 15, 2019 Oh, that looks really cool. Bet you could sell those! Quote Link to comment
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