[Return pump rate 12x and above !?]

Hi Xiggie, may i know what are the cons on low flow rate?

[Return pump rate 12x and above !?]

I just set up my 2ft. I calculated is around 95l. Im using compact 3000. The flow was crazy. I have to use the lowest setting. Even at lowest setting output, i got alot of bubble, splashing and noise at the first compartment of the sump coming from the drain pipe. Now still looking for solution to reduce the bubble and splashing. The return pump was recommend by the tank maker.

Wondering why the need to use up to 3000l/h.

[Noisy in the sump]

I am having a 2ft with compact3000 too. Also adjusted to the lowest but there isn't much noise.

Thats great. Will try tat out.Thanks

[Noisy in the sump]

Nothing in there, only water. The filter floss is in the 2nd compartment.I hv tried to cut down the pipe to let it submerge into the water less than a inch and also place the floss under the pipe still no use.

[Noisy in the sump]

I'm using the eheim compact 3000 in the sump for my new 2ft tank for return. Very powerful for a 2ft tank. I have to adjust to the lowest flow output. Now I have a issue, the incoming water from the overflow straight to the sump first compartment is too great that cause alot of noise and water splashing. I have to solve this before i can start my cycle. Anyone can help on this?

[Ehiem compact + pumps]

I have started to use the compact 3000 in the sump for my new 2ft tank. Very powerful for a 2ft tank. I have to adjust to the lowest flow output. Now I have a issue, the incoming water from the overflow straight to the sump first compartment is too great that cause alot of noise and water splashing. I have to solve this before i can start my cycle. Anyone can help on this?

[My 6 months old iTank]

Ya , I think its overkill. Should add in the LS slowly.

[Diatoms outbreak]

I encountered this before during the cycle. No worry. At that time I just wait and do partial water change. Eventually the bubble will gone. It take sometime.

[Newbie 2ft Set Up]

I am also using a fan and the temperature drop from 31 degrees to 28 degrees. On cooler days, i get up to 26.5 degrees. I using the ikea timer to run the fan for 30 mins, off 1hr, and so on. It works and the temperature never drop much and will maybe increase the lifespan of your fan and decrease evaporation rate. I top up once every 4-5 days.

Nice tips using the ikea timer.

[tap water]

Im using tap water for my 3gal tank. So far ok. Coraline algae on my rocks.

[Ehiem compact + pumps]

Right now im using the compact 300 for my 3gal tank. I can say is silent.Hopefully same goes to the 3000.

[Frag plugs]

Its a good idea. I will break into half and glue on the rock.

[Ehiem compact + pumps]

I just bought the compact 3000. But not yet use. Goin to use it for my new 2ft tank coming on mon.

[sander 2 wood air stone]

I think $2 per pcs

[sander 2 wood air stone]

I guess u hv to make a trip down to 328.

[sander 2 wood air stone]

Pasir ris farm opp iwrana there a shop selling fresh water stuff should hv.

[sander 2 wood air stone]

U may want to try seaview at jalan kayu

[WTB:ATO]

Looking for a good condition ATO set for a 18"sump. Kindly leave a pm if u hv 1 for sale.

[sander 2 wood air stone]

328 clementi

[WTB: Wave maker]

Found. Thanks all for the offers

[Help on return pump.]

Im curious too abt the vinegar wash.

I just wash under the tap.

[Help on return pump.]

I only clean up the impeller itself and the area where it sit in.

[Help on return pump.]

Whats your pump model?

[Help on return pump.]

Maybe you want to add rubber stud at the base.

[Help on return pump.]

Now considering eheim compact 3000. Anyone using this? Any feedback?