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This sump is designed to fit under a 200g reef. Two drainlines will be plumbed into it, with the majority of the water draining into the skimmer

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Model "H" Sump
melev | 28 June
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When someone likes a certain sump but wants it bigger, what happens is a new model is born.  The Model F layout was what the customer wanted, but

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Model "G" Sump
melev | 28 June
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Smaller sumps are still practical because they hide your aquarium's equipment and eliminate the need for hang-on-back skimmers and reactors.  It

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Model "E" Sump
melev | 28 June
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The Model F design is built as seen below. Water enters from both ends simultaneously and flows into the center. A submersible internal pump in the

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Model "F" Sump
melev | 28 June
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This sump is made with 3/8" acrylic and is a rimless sump.  Rimless provides greater access to the various areas, but it doesn't help keep

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Model "J" Sump
melev | 28 June
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Sump that has to be shipped:

All sumps are shipped with insurance to protect both you and me

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Installing the Model F Sump
melev | 28 June
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The Model "G" External (formerly the Model G-modified) is a sump that allows for an external pump.  If the sump isn't drilled, an internal pump can be used of course.  The

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Sump Model-G EXTernal
melev | 28 June
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After several years of building sumps, a potential customer asked me to build him a custom tank. My concern is always about the livestock and until

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Custom Nano tank with False Wall
melev | 28 June
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You must make a series of decisions for your next sump order to meet your specific needs.  The following Q&A should help cover most points, but feel free to ask me for

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Ordering a Sump
melev | 28 June
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A sump gives you greater control over your reef or fish-only display tank. The benefits far exceed the risks, and thus most successful aquariums

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What is a sump?
melev | 28 June
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