29 gallon Sump design

bangbangkhan

Reefing newb
I created my sump last night and just realized that the section before the bubble trap is always for a skimmer as far as I have seen online....for some reason I kept thinking it will be for a return pump while I was installing the baffles..I have no idea why I was under that impression....now the section before the bubble trap is only 7.75" by 11.75"

Can I install a return pump here instead of a skimmer?

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That's something that should have been considered beforehand (and I know hindsight is 50/50) but, if you put it in the last section the ever changing water level will keep your skimming inconsistent.
 
well i am going to order the diablo xs...if it fits in the first section that would be best other wise i will go with the alternative plan...i don't want to take out and re install the baffles at this point...bulk reef supply has its footprint as Footprint: 8.3" x 9" and i currently have 7.75 x 11.75 in the section before the bubble trap...its a squeeze but might work.
 
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