Covering Seio Intakes. How?

OCDP · #1 02-07-2006, 02:32 PM

Well, I need to cover some intakes...

My question is , how? How can we make an efficient powerhead intake guard for Seio pumps? Sorry, I just can't think of anything that would work well.

Please, if you know of any ways or have any suggestions, I am all ears.

Thank you,

mr_alberta · #2 02-07-2006, 02:41 PM

A big foam ring?

OCDP · #3 02-07-2006, 02:47 PM

Yeah, that was my first thought as well.. but...

I think doing something like that would completely reduce the power on my Seio 620's . And I really don't want that if possible.... because I have lots of SPS in there that need all the flow they can get.

Perhaps I am wrong though.. I can try it out.

Dumb question.. but how would you secure the foam on to the intake? Tie it around or, I dunno?

If anyone else has any other ideas I am welcome to them... as I'm not too crazy about the foam idea, although it may be the only option.

Thanks

mr_alberta · #4 02-07-2006, 03:11 PM

Go get one of those round foam disks that Eheims use. Cut a hole in the center a bit smaller than the one you need and push it on. The friction as well as the suction from the pump will keep it on.

SJSobczyk · #5 02-07-2006, 03:13 PM

Scott,

I know you have some pantyhose kicking around so why dont you try that? Seriously, i have used it before and it worked out well. You might look strange at walmart picking it up, but just play the role!

Steve

OCDP · #6 02-07-2006, 03:19 PM

Mr. Alberta,

Thanks for the suggestion

.. Where can I find those Eheim foam discs? Anyone know by any chance?

Steve,

That's a pretty good idea as well.. I may have to consider that as well !

Thanks guys, a couple options opening up to me now.. just need to know where I can get a foam disc.

Scott

mr_alberta · #7 02-07-2006, 03:50 PM

Big Al's should carry the foam discs.

OCDP · #8 02-07-2006, 03:58 PM

Thank you.

Would pantyhose work effectively for now until I can get down to BA's?

In other words. If my anemone detatches and winds up on the intake.. will the pantyhose save it, or is it a waste of my time to try?

Shy_Koi · #9 02-07-2006, 04:56 PM

I cut a 1" wide strip of flat bonded polyfiber mat, long enough to go around the Seio's intake, and secured the ends with a small plastic cable connector so that it formed a ring. The friction of the fit, plus the suction of the intake will hold it on, as Mr_Alberta stated.
~Tamara

Shy_Koi · #10 02-07-2006, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shy_Koi

I cut a 1" wide strip of flat bonded polyfiber mat, long enough to go around the Seio's intake, and secured the ends with a small plastic cable connector so that it formed a ring. The friction of the fit, plus the suction of the intake will hold it on, as Mr_Alberta stated.
~Tamara

Mmmm - I can't seem to edit my message, of a few minutes ago, so had to post a new one

Just wanted to add that the foams need to be rinsed daily, as they WILL reduce the flow considerably as crud accumulates in them...
~Tamara