ZOOT098
Reefing newb
what is a closed system????
what is a closed system????
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RyanG
Reef enthusiast
Are you refering to a closed loop? If that is the case it is just a recirculation pump with various returns meant to increase flow without having a bunch of powerheads in the tank.
Alexander
Reef enthusiast
ryan got it right... if that is what your referring to. i have one, but i have powerheads now too because i didnt have enough flow with my setup :(
Rcpilot
Reef enthusiast
In a closed loop, you drill the tank BELOW the water level. These are your "overflows", but they are always going to be under water. You drill a few more holes in the back and these are the returns.
Then you put in a pump and run it strictly for circulation. It is used to increase the flow and currents in a reef without having to deal with the look of multiple powerheads.
The sump/refugium is plumbed in separately and runs on a completely different pump. Usually at a much slower flow rate than in the tank.
On my 90g tank, I'll probably use a 300-400GPH pump for the refugium and 2000-3000GPH on the closed loop.
Then you put in a pump and run it strictly for circulation. It is used to increase the flow and currents in a reef without having to deal with the look of multiple powerheads.
The sump/refugium is plumbed in separately and runs on a completely different pump. Usually at a much slower flow rate than in the tank.
On my 90g tank, I'll probably use a 300-400GPH pump for the refugium and 2000-3000GPH on the closed loop.
ZOOT098
Reefing newb
i was just curious
i hear the closed loop refered to quite often
just helps to know whats what
i hear the closed loop refered to quite often
just helps to know whats what
