Radioheadx14
02/21/2016, 08:05 AM
I am planning to drill my 40g breeder when I move next week and hook up a sump. I have made DIY sumps in the past, and don't feel like making the effort, so I'm looking to buy a sump that I can use on the 40g breeder and reuse when I upgrade in a year or two. I want something that will really add volume to my system and is quiet.
I have been eyeing the Eshopps r-200 gen 3 sump for around $280 and the trigger systems emerald 26 for around $330. Both seem to have the silence overflow design and filter socks. My stand will definitely accommodate the 30" R200. The Emerald has 1 return and the Eshopps has 2... I'm planning on adding a glass holes 750 overflow so I really only need 1, but the 2 on the eshopps might be nice for a future, larger tank.
Question: Would any of these systems have a minimum overflow rate with regards to the filter sock setup? I am not looking to have a ton of flow in the sump. I've always liked lower flow into sumps as they are quieter and allows the skimmer to have more time to clean water before sending it back.
Any input on these? It seems both are great choices but I am worried about minimum flow.
I have been eyeing the Eshopps r-200 gen 3 sump for around $280 and the trigger systems emerald 26 for around $330. Both seem to have the silence overflow design and filter socks. My stand will definitely accommodate the 30" R200. The Emerald has 1 return and the Eshopps has 2... I'm planning on adding a glass holes 750 overflow so I really only need 1, but the 2 on the eshopps might be nice for a future, larger tank.
Question: Would any of these systems have a minimum overflow rate with regards to the filter sock setup? I am not looking to have a ton of flow in the sump. I've always liked lower flow into sumps as they are quieter and allows the skimmer to have more time to clean water before sending it back.
Any input on these? It seems both are great choices but I am worried about minimum flow.