Pump to overflow ratio?

[jessicasmarine]

I installed the ball valve and I have it closed about 30%. As of the past two days it is running smoothly and the water in the sump and main tank are staying at a constant level besides evaporation.

'The pump is magnetically driven - it has no seals to wear and contains no oil.'

These are the exact words off my box. So is this better, if not I have a Catalina CA1800 I could use but I didn't think it would be strong enough.

 

[jessicasmarine]

I would have to agree with ezy33, you would think the head height causes a backflow restriction on the motor just like a valve. IDK

 

[thincat]

What about adding a second overflow tube from the overflow box?

 

[CaptainAhab]

Sure doesn't sound like a pondmaster but hey it's working and IMO mag's are some of the best.

 

[CaptainAhab]

What about adding a second overflow tube from the overflow box?

Then her pump is under sized

 

[SparKy697]

Good choice on the valve. ezy33 hit it right on the head! Rest assured that you are not causing any stress on your pump.

 

[jessicasmarine]

Switched out first valve with a different one. Now i'm fine tuned at 650gph. Thanks All for help

 

[SparKy697]

Hey, nice looking setup too!
Nice work.

 

[thincat]

Switched out first valve with a different one. Now i'm fine tuned at 650gph. Thanks All for help

Nice, one point, looks like you need a Ground fault plug before your wiring get out of hand. Safety first my friend.

 

[melosu58]

Looks like a nice set up there. Thanks for the pic.