scwd

[alexsd]

Can I use PVC with a scwd or do i have to mix with flex tubing?

 

[leboeuf]

I need the same info.........thxs

 

[skirrby]

you will need to attach to it with flexable hose.

 

[krux]

tubing is minimal, but you will need a slip to barb adapter to connect it to your 3/4" input and about 2 inches of tubing, and a pair of hose clamps. what you need on the discharge ports depends on what you are doing with it. in my application, i used just enough tubing to butt together the scwd and the barb adapter to minimize room for light to get in and let algae grow.
plan to remove the scwd from whatever setup you have it in every couple months to clean it out and keep it from getting gummed up... so don't plumb it in in a way you will not be able to get back at it later.

 

[aarone]

do this. cut the threading off of the SCWD and glue on the 1/2" PVC piping with the plumbers PVC glue.
aaron

 

[phreakemup]

you are better off using flex tubing. It will be a lot safer w/ that, than shopping the SCWD up. Plus, if you ever wanted to seel the SCWD, you would have it unchopped. Just my thoughts!
Phreak

 

[aarone]

I decided to use flex tubing after many painful trips to the LHWS. It endde up working out well. I am waiting for my satlt water to age before i add my new system!
aaron

 

[phreakemup]

the SCWD is a great product, you shouldnt be disapointed in it!!! I have had one running for a few months now, and it's still running like a champ!!!
Phreak

 

[aarone]

good. Can i see apic of your plumbing?
aaron

 

[leboeuf]

hey kip- what do you think your gph is with that head? Have you noticed any positive changes since the installation?
thx
have the inventory list typed and ready to order.....

 

[phreakemup]

I wish I could show you some pics of my set, if you want to drop your email I can mail you my link, to my pic server??
Phreak

 

[sanangelofish2]

PhreakEmUpi would love to see your setup windman@cox.net
ALso another question??? I am getting a t4 which is like 1800 gph (i know the swcd would hold that much but with head it should be alright) Of course i am trying to get as much flow as i can. DOes it matter how long your 3/8 tubbing is before the swcd or after the swcd. Humm let me see if this helps should i try to get as little 3/8 inch tubing as i can or does it matter???

 

[phreakemup]

you got mail man!! Also, how do you like the cox.net service?? Am I doing a good job ?
Phreak

 

[maverick005]

sorry i know im an amature but what does SCWD stand for?

 

[phreakemup]

SCWD, pronounced squid, stands for
Switching Current Water Director. It alternates the water, from side to side output. HTH
Phreak