Add a Sump to Your Reef Tank Using an Overflow Box

So get ready to toss out your old canister filter and open up your tool box because we are going to show you just how easy and beneficial installing a sump and overflow can be!

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[nikolistreeter]

43 seconds in and you have my attention, SIR. been in the hobby about a year and have 8 tanks and am looking to make sumps.... carry on

[seafoodcocktail]

I recently installed a CPR 50 and an Eshopps Nano Cube in my 29-gallon reef tank. The CPR+Aqualifter is definitely the way to go if you're worried about overflow. Also, plug the Aqualifter and your return pump into a well-rated battery backup and you'll virtually solve the problem. A sump is great if you can find a way to squeeze one into your system.

[alltankedup]

What a great video. I’m gonna modify my two 6 ft tanks and have a go at doing this. Still keep a canister as back up but I’m gonna go sump no 1 from now on.

[itsthebd]

I feel like this was one of the most helpful videos I have found ! Thanks a ton !

[tedreynolds]

A great speaker with a really good presentation.

[wittleMermaid]

Thank you! I bought a used 75 gallon tempered glass tank. Since I want it to be reef tank with sump, wished I'd learned sooner about reef-ready vs tempered glass tanks 😢.

[DebtLife_Hobbies]

Yup, these work pretty good! As a backup, its a good idea to also get the "smart level security" water sensor, just incase the overflow fails for whatever reason. But these overflows work pretty well, and are a great solution for those that can't or prefer to not drill tanks.

[danielloung]

I like the idea of using an overflow box, it immediately takes a lot of questions I have in mind. Regarding tubing to allow water to pass, can we use regular clear thick plastic tube(found in hardware stores) that is slightly smaller/larger on the diameter of the hole of the return/overflow holes to attach and secure with aquarium safe glue/ cable tie? Or is there a certain kind regarding brand/material? Thanks- Erick.

[VtuberLife]

a piece of plastic that should cost 20$ to 30$ lets sell it 200$ +

[BamBamm]

The video really needs to expand on the diaphragm pump how it's used, is it continuously hooked up or just used to start siphon

[fredbeer]

I am going to be adding a sump to my already established reef tank but I have a question. Will adding a sump change the salinity in the main display? Or will it stay the same if the sump and display match salinity? I don't want my fish and corals to go into shock over parameter swings.

[adyp]

This might sound a silly question but can you drill an already running tank? Kind of do it during a water change. I'd love a sump but really don't like the idea of the hang on boxes

[andremuscat]

is there a way to clean an external overflow box without dismantling it ?? Are there any flexible brushes that be used to clean the inner parts ...

[vexlegend]

What pump and box should I use for a 75gallon freshwater cichlid tank

[raymondsalvadorbeltran]

where can i buy that hang on back over flow filter? its clean and does not consume much space inside the tank, thanks

[intox]

Will this hold siphon if the power goes out? I may be over thinking this but what if the power goes out then comes back on later and the return pump comes back on but for some reason, the aqua lifter pump does not?

[rcarlosibal]

What kind of pvc do i need whit marine source overflow box? I tried 1” pvc that doesnt fits

[karennation]

Great video. My hubby and I both are afraid of drilling so thinking of a hob overflow, are they safe? Ihave read review on amazon that many people say they turn off when feeding or simulate a power outage and always works! I have decided to move our aquarium to the den where I have tile versus wood in family room, but still a flood could make its way out to m y hallway that is wood or living room! Scary thought but drilling and the plumbing seems way more difficult! I have read there are prevention ways such as drilling a hole on return and other means. I dont get how the water makes its way back to aquarium though. Is that done by adding another pipe or tube and a duckbill? Would I need a pump? I thought of buying used but all the used ones I see have the dealer drilled giant overflow boxes so dont want that!

[bertranhymes]

Hey I just got my CS 90 overflow box and direct me into what size flex hose to get

[TheSkruer]

How do you know, how powerfull a powerhead you need to keep the water going in and out of the sump at the same levels ?