Trigon 190 sump

Kat25 · 02/13/2018, 08:11 AM

I have a Juwel Trigon 190 tank (new design, even less room in the cabinet) and have it set up with an internal filter and internal skimmer.

I would like to add a sump. Is it possible? is there anyone who has successfully built one? any help most appreciated.

mcgyvr · 02/13/2018, 09:21 AM

You can always add a sump to any tank..

You basically have 2 choices..
Drill the tank (assuming its not tempered glass) <-- best option if possible
Or run a HOB (hang on back) overflow system <--not the best option as they are less reliable in general..

If the tank is already up/running then drilling may be difficult.. You would at least need to drain the tank partially and rehome the tank inhabitants for a bit..

nereefpat · 02/13/2018, 09:48 AM

Corner tanks are a challenge to fit a sump under them.

Could you do a sump off to the side of the display?

Kat25 · 02/13/2018, 01:09 PM

Thanks for your advice I'll have a look at the options or save up and trade it for a Red Sea!! Wish I knew six months ago what I know now.

02/13/2018, 08:11 AM	#1
Kat25 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Posts: 4	Trigon 190 sump I have a Juwel Trigon 190 tank (new design, even less room in the cabinet) and have it set up with an internal filter and internal skimmer. I would like to add a sump. Is it possible? is there anyone who has successfully built one? any help most appreciated.

02/13/2018, 09:21 AM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	You can always add a sump to any tank.. You basically have 2 choices.. Drill the tank (assuming its not tempered glass) <-- best option if possible Or run a HOB (hang on back) overflow system <--not the best option as they are less reliable in general.. If the tank is already up/running then drilling may be difficult.. You would at least need to drain the tank partially and rehome the tank inhabitants for a bit.. __________________ Who me?

02/13/2018, 09:48 AM	#3
nereefpat Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Central Nebraska Posts: 3,190	Corner tanks are a challenge to fit a sump under them. Could you do a sump off to the side of the display? __________________ Pat Current Tank Info: 125 in-wall , 40b sump. 6 bulb T5. ASM G2 skimmer. LPS and leathers

02/13/2018, 01:09 PM	#4
Kat25 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Posts: 4	Thanks for your advice I'll have a look at the options or save up and trade it for a Red Sea!! Wish I knew six months ago what I know now.