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    Default Return pumps

    Hi am looking at getting a new return pump for my new 75 g with 33g sump was just wondering what return pumps u guys use and recommend. I would like to go dc pump just for the flow control. I heard they don’t have as good of pressure
    If u add in a baffle to run reactors and stuff is this true ?

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    Default Re: Return pumps

    DC's use less power and are dead silent, but the other stuff isn't really that important. They do have less max head than AC; just factor that in when sizing your pump. AC's can also be adjusted with a gate valve on the return, so pick what makes you and your wallet happy.

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    No one on here runs dc pumps in there sumps ?

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    i use 3 speed grundfoss circulating pumps .
    dead silent and use little power .

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    Out of 100+ ppl no one has a dc pumps on there sumps and would like to share what brand they have and used ?

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    I run 2 Jebao DC return pumps in my sump and love them

    http://forum.simplydiscus.com/showth...on-discus-tank

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    Beautiful tank amazing fish u have fishbubbles

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kfactor View Post
    Beautiful tank amazing fish u have fishbubbles
    Thank you very much, it's a lot of work but I enjoy keeping myself busy.

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    I have a current eFlux dc pump and I love it.
    Long time fish nerd... just getting started with Discus and I am starting to realize how little I know!

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