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Joshua9847
Jamie3553
In my opinion, the following scheme looks logical:
1 - reception
2 - algae filter
3 - return
4 - osmosis
But if there's enough space, we can try to organize this option:
1 - reception
2 - algae filter
3 - return
4 - osmosis
5 - display with ... for example
Or something like that as a last resort.
P.S. Odessa, where can I get a piece of thin black acrylic 90 by 40 cm?? Everything I found are sheets 2m by 1m, not the thinnest and not cheap. I didn't stick the background in the aquarium, and now it's impossible to do it. I want to fix it and hang the background inside.
Christopher4108
I have the same water turnover in the sump as in the first drawing, just with different compartment sizes (1 inlet / 2 algae scrubber / 3 return).
In this furniture, the sump can only be placed next to or on top. If placed on top, shelves need to be broken, so it can only be next to it.
The easiest way is to make a sump, transfer everything from the existing aquarium, and then cut and clean everything in the current one.
Christopher1774
These are precious 10cm in length!!! The fish have grown. A little more live rock will be added. Organize a proper algae scrubber. There is room to upgrade the skimmer if necessary. Auto top-off. There are many advantages.
Not acceptable.
I thought the water pressure would squeeze everything out by itself... no?
Good idea. Thank you!
The sump should be large.
I prefer design number 2 more. With a display covering all this mess. Does it have a right to exist?
Joseph
What if we place the sump right next to the aquarium and organize everything like this?
1 - intake chamber, display
2 - skimmer
3 - algae scrubber
4 - return
5 - osmosis
David953
What is the width of the countertop? 42? Or even then, what size of the SAMP is planned? According to the scheme - and what will be in the receiving compartment - a dirty sock? This won't add positivity to the interior. It's easier to make a "viewing" algae tank, and cover all the technical parts with film or wood, matching the color.
And where the dogs and hippos (toys) are, besides the width of 42, what are the dimensions - 70*50?
Jesse
You are right, the width of the countertop is 42 cm. The sump is planned to be the same depth.
In my last version, the overflow goes directly into the display, and all the dirty socks and sponges are located in compartment number 2. If we start from here, the size of the sump can be 50x42x42 or 55, and the display will be illuminated with one T5 at 24V. If the return is 7-8 cm and the osmosis is 5-6, will a skimmer of approximately 40x22 cm be sufficient? Or is it better not to bother with this option?
The compartment with the hippo dogs is 54x42x42, and the sump fits in there just fine.
Rachael
If you put the sock in compartment 2, all the dirt and detritus will accumulate in compartment 1, which will be pulled from the display, and it won't look great, or you'll have to siphon it out quite often.
Erica
We also need an answer - what type of foam is planned? This question is regarding the height of 42 cm.
Stefanie9771
penny from the first post with the possibility of further upgrades. 42 cm is the height of the glass, the working level can essentially be any, but not more than 42 cm and not less than 15 cm.
Craig7302
Yes, that's right. I thought he would be replaced with another one.
The levels of the compartments can be organized with him, but 5 compartments is a LOT. They will be narrow and inefficient. Take a look at this option (I haven't scaled it):
Stephanie9175
I guess we'll have to settle for this option, just make the return smaller. Seal the joint inside with black silicone.
Where to buy glass?
Janet5447
The aquarium and the light fixture are the same size. The overflow from Nox overlaps the glass by 14mm. I think I will place the sump right next to the display; this is how it should look:
How sad will it be for the animals if I glue a brace into a working aquarium? Is this even possible?
David3217
If you really want to have a side sump, I have an idea, I don't know if you'll use it or not. You need to make two compartments, one in the aquarium and the other in the sump. In the aquarium, it should look like a black box (you have the comb) and in the sump, it should be made of acrylic. And between them, there should be an overflow pipe like in the photo.
Sorry for the links, I need to go rest. The solution is not bad compared to your option. The internal section is about 40mm, so it can fit on glass up to 40mm thick.
Kendra2262
I don't see any photos, only links to eBay, which doesn't have it. Thank you for the idea, but I probably won't do it. I've already bought a Knox overflow, I'm waiting for it and will start gluing the sump.