What size return pump?

AverageReefer · 05/28/2016, 03:43 PM

Im currently setting up a 75g with a 30g sump, i have a 2inch overflow, what size return pump should i use? Thanks!

Ron Reefman · 05/28/2016, 04:09 PM

I'd get one of the Jebao DC pumps. They have multiple flow rates, a 10 min feeding cycle and a soft start feature. Not to mention they reun dead quiet and barely create any heat at all. I have an older DC12000 used externally (they don't recommend doing that) and at nearly 3 years old it still runs just fine and is barely warm to the touch.

JAustin · 05/28/2016, 07:19 PM

Those DC pumps are a good idea. I'd also think about a trusty old Mag 7.

All good options.

mfinn · 05/28/2016, 07:39 PM

I would look for a pump that would give you 350-400 gph at the tank.

Sicce Syncra Silent 2.0
Eheim 1260 and a Tunze 1073.020 might need a valve to slow it down a little, but are good pumps.

shifty51008 · 05/28/2016, 07:54 PM

never used a dc pump for a return but have used a mag 9, eheim 1262, and a tunze and all have worked great, now i'm using a blueline pump as my sump is in the basement and needed the high head pressure and wanted external this time.

cougareyes · 05/29/2016, 07:59 AM

I like the idea of an adjustable pump but I went with the eheim compact plus for both my tanks, I like them.

05/28/2016, 03:43 PM	#1
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05/28/2016, 04:09 PM	#2
Ron Reefman Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cape Coral, FL Posts: 10,431	I'd get one of the Jebao DC pumps. They have multiple flow rates, a 10 min feeding cycle and a soft start feature. Not to mention they reun dead quiet and barely create any heat at all. I have an older DC12000 used externally (they don't recommend doing that) and at nearly 3 years old it still runs just fine and is barely warm to the touch. __________________ The good thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it. (Neil deGrasse Tyson) Visit my build thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2593017

05/28/2016, 07:19 PM	#3
JAustin Acropora Nut Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 1,628	Those DC pumps are a good idea. I'd also think about a trusty old Mag 7. All good options. __________________ 211g Planet Aquariums Hybrid PVC bottom 48"x34"x30" and steel stand from CustomReefCreations - Reeflo Super Dart - OM 4way - SRO XP3000 External - ATI Dimmable 8x54w - Apex.

05/28/2016, 07:39 PM	#4
mfinn Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Olympia. WA. Posts: 8,648	I would look for a pump that would give you 350-400 gph at the tank. Sicce Syncra Silent 2.0 Eheim 1260 and a Tunze 1073.020 might need a valve to slow it down a little, but are good pumps. __________________ 240 gallon soft coral tank 50 gallon lps tank

05/28/2016, 07:54 PM	#5
shifty51008 12-5 Chiefs record Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NW Iowa Posts: 10,134	never used a dc pump for a return but have used a mag 9, eheim 1262, and a tunze and all have worked great, now i'm using a blueline pump as my sump is in the basement and needed the high head pressure and wanted external this time. __________________ 75 gal. mixed DT, 100 gal. sump, 50 gal. fuge, Clownfish breeder

05/29/2016, 07:59 AM	#6
cougareyes Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 713	I like the idea of an adjustable pump but I went with the eheim compact plus for both my tanks, I like them.