new pump/gph????

abethedog

abethedog

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I'm moving my sump 8'-10' lower in my house than it is now. I have no idea what to replace my existing pump with. I'm assuming that I have to upgrade my pump size because the sump will be in the basement directly under the display tank on first level.
What GPH do most of you run your tanks at?
How do I figure out what my 1/15 horse 50psi Custom Sealife pump kicks out now?
Is it possible that it would be fine with an extra 15' to 20' of head?
Thanks a ton in advance
130 gallon. 2 built in overflows. 30 gallon sump directly underneith. Gravity feed and shot straight back 3/4" to two returns.
 
dburr

dburr

Active Member
You need to search the internet for a "head loss calculator". That will give you a general idea what size.
 
abethedog

abethedog

Member
Thanks a ton I appreciate the help.
What is the ideal gph that you all try to create in your tanks? How many times should a tank turn over?
 
dburr

dburr

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IME, the over flow can only handle 400-500 gallons safely. I have the old coner style. You have 2 so thats 800-1000 gallons.
Plus I have power heads and a closed loop. I think I run around 22X or so.
HTH
 
abethedog

abethedog

Member
Thanks, Dudes.
I used the head calculator. (I can also use it for designing swimming pools.
). And I know what to shoot for on the GPH. This was a successful thread and I commend you all.
:cheer:
:happyfish :happyfish :happyfish :happyfish :happyfish :happyfish
Much Appreciation (say it with a cajun accent, it's fun)
 
rhomer

rhomer

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Originally Posted by abethedog
Sorry, one last question.
You meant that your tank turns over 22x daily?
Thanks again.

Per hour I'm sure. My current tank is about 2000 gph or 20x per hour.
Rob
 
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