Upgrade Sump return

[SnowRider]

So this is my new sump return pump for my DIY overflow/trickle filter system.
I had a smaller pump that was rated at 630 GPH. I wanted more flow and purchased the Aqueon 4500. Put a check valve on it just in case of a power outage. Also attached a ball valve to control the intake flow.

 

[Fresh2o]

I believe it is preferable to place a ball valve on the output of the pump and not the intake. From what I understand, cavitation caused by restricting the intake will cause more damage to the pump than restricting the output. You can always add a "T" in conjunction with the ball valve on the output and redirect some of the water back into the sump.


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[SnowRider]

Easy switch. I didn't use any glue so I can just put it on the output.
Was asking myself if that was gonna happen so I posted on here.
Thanks for the info.

 

[SnowRider]

I'm going to have to place the T-junction under the check valve.

 

[Fresh2o]

I'm going to have to place the T-junction under the check valve.

Good point! I forgot about the check valve.


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[SnowRider]

So this is what I came up with.

 

[coralbandit]

That looks much better!

 

[SnowRider]

@Coralbandit thanks meng.