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Unread 06/11/2018, 06:22 PM   #1
DougSupreme
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Closed loop layout

I'm finishing up the core construction of a 48"x 42"x 26" plywood tank and before I drill for my closed loop, I'd like some opinions.

I am running a Waveline 12000 as my closed loop with a Jebao 12000 as my return pump. I have an Oceans Motion I will use for the closed loop.

My thought was to have the CL return from the front corners and either the back corners, or somewhere in the rockwork facing forward/center. The OM has the 1,3-2,4 drum so at any point it will have flow going to two of the returns.

I would like advice on two things...

1) where would you suggest I put the CL returns?

2) How should I have them configured with the OM? Both front together? Left/right together? Opposite corners together?

My return pump will split into 2 separate outlets so I have a bit of flexibility with my flow.

All/some of my returns will be fitted with Random Flow Generators from Vivid Creative Aquatics.

I'm open to all ideas. This is the time to do it, before the tank is drilled


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