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09-01-2011, 09:48 AM
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Need help with return pump
Hey guys putting together my 180 gallon tank, it is drilled and has 2 1 3/4" pvc drain pipes, im going to run into a 30 gallon tank, not sure what pump will be needed for the return back to the main pump! any advice?
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Re: Need help with return pump
you would have to take pics or describe more in detail
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Re: Need help with return pump
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GPM/GPH Flow based on PVC Pipe Size, ie, How much water can flow through Sch 40 Pvc Pipe Size 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1.5" 2" 2.5" 3" 4" 6"
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Re: Need help with return pump
Just thought about this some. 1.75" pvc pipes? Does it have the bulkheads in the tank?
Maybe this is closer to what your needing. How to Calculate Tank Overflow Pipe Size | eHow.com
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Re: Need help with return pump
thanks for sharing.I'm really having fun reading the threads.They are informative.
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Re: Need help with return pump
This link worked for me
How to Calculate Tank Overflow Pipe Size | eHow.com |
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