Another Sump / Flow question - Canreef Aquatics Bulletin Board

06-07-2012, 01:55 AM

gregzz4

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I've read that flow rate through a sump, for proper skimming efficiency, is 6.1 times per hour
This would, of course, be comprised of your total system volume
1-1/2" drain has a potential of about 1350gph

Edit - apparently the calculator I use is way off for the drain

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