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Unread 12/04/2018, 07:34 PM   #1
happyvalley
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Sump pump hose for drain to sump

Would anyone think this pipe is inappropriate for an emergency drain from tank? Picture is attached.

I plan on using standard pvc from tank setup as a siphon with valve, and use this for two spare 1 inch emergency drains.

No matter how stupid this sounds, my concern is primarily whether the product is safe for an aquarium, and not whether this is a good idea or bad idea for other reasons.

Purchased from menards and it’s cheap and easy to insta. IMG_2678.jpg

Thoughts??




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Unread 12/04/2018, 07:57 PM   #2
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Should not be an issue at all. Looks like it's just pvc hose


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Unread 12/05/2018, 09:18 AM   #3
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I've used this in the past and did not like the way it holds. I had to zip-tie the hose on my return bulkhead. I eventually swapped it out but it worked for the year I had it on my freshwater tank.


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Unread 12/05/2018, 09:21 AM   #4
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The product is safe for an aquarium..


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Unread 12/10/2018, 11:57 AM   #5
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I use that as my main drain from my tank. It only has one drain from my tank too. Thanks marineland...


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Unread 01/15/2019, 08:28 AM   #6
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I use that on mine for draining my sump/algae scrubber in the basement. I like to be able to roll it up and out of the way when not in use.


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Unread 01/16/2019, 01:33 PM   #7
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Although it is perfectly safe to use, it will have a tendency to collect crud and/or algae in the grooves. If it is to be used only as an "emergency" drain I woldn't think you'd have a problems at all.


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