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ReeFlo Snapper Hybrid

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by iaJim, Dec 28, 2010.

  1. Dec 28, 2010 #1
    iaJim

    iaJim Inactive User

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    http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_ViewItem.aspx?&vendor=&idProduct=MM1124&child=MM1125&tab=0&size=Snapper%20Hybrid%20(3600%20gph)
    This pump was recommended as a replacement for my aging Mak4. I'm wondering how it will affect the performance to throttle it down to 1" tubing from the 2"/1.5" inlet/outlet. Anyone using one of these? I'll be using it with 7" of head pressure and a few 90's and a couple of unions and ball valves.
    I need to take care of this pretty soon.
    Thanks for any input you might have.
     
  2. Dec 28, 2010 #2
    AJ

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    I wouldn't do it. If you're going to use a pump that has a large output, you should keep it plumbed at that size for as much of the run as you can. I believe that the sooner you throttle it down to the smaller size, the more of an impact it has...but a better person to ask would be Gered. He had to take a class in college about all this hydraulic stuff and has a really good handle on the topic.

    --AJ
     
  3. Dec 28, 2010 #3
    fmsill Cedar Falls

    fmsill Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    I would make sure you have 2 1/2 going into it if you dont it could hurt the pump. Useing a smaller diameter on the exhaust would be just like throttling it back. Reeflo reccomends not throttling it back more than i believe 30%. I have a a hammerhead hybred i have the correct size comeing in and out then i use a gate valve to throttle it back. If you need to throttle it back alot i would put a t in and run the excess water into the sump. The less water you have running through it the less power it uses but like i said you dont want to throttle it back to much. If you want to know exactly what its pumping call reeflo and they can figure it out by how many elbows and head etc you have. They are a great company to deal with
     
  4. Dec 28, 2010 #4
    iaJim

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    The 1" tubing is already installed and run through the floor. I'm not interested in changing that out. SO, can anyone recommend a different pump for me to use? How about the Iwaki 40 RLXT or RLT? I have a 30 RLXT that is a great pump, but just doesn't have enough flow to do the job.
     
  5. Dec 28, 2010 #5
    fmsill Cedar Falls

    fmsill Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    I take it you already bought the pump
     
  6. Dec 28, 2010 #6
    iaJim

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    No, I haven't bought anything.

    What about the Blueline 70 HD?
     
  7. Dec 28, 2010 #7
    fmsill Cedar Falls

    fmsill Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    Good pumps but i like the reeflo pumps better. The reason i ask if you bought is because i might be selling a reeflo hammerhead hybred once i get my coral and fish sold havent decided yet for sure. It takes 1 1/2 pipe but you might get away with the 1 on the outlet i can ask reeflo for sure. the pump isnt that old though. If interested you can call me at 319-239-3409
     
  8. Dec 28, 2010 #8
    iaJim

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    I'm going to need one really soon, so that probably wont work for me.
     
  9. Dec 28, 2010 #9
    fmsill Cedar Falls

    fmsill Well-Known ReefKeeper

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    If i get rid of everyting i can let you know if not thats cool to
     
  10. Dec 28, 2010 #10
    iaJim

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    You can let me know if you'd like. You never know. Thanks!
     
  11. Dec 28, 2010 #11
    fmsill Cedar Falls

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    sounds good. good luck!
     
  12. Dec 28, 2010 #12
    slovan

    slovan Experienced Reefkeeper

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    Jim, what is the target output of the pump you want in terms of GPH? Any good pressure rated pump should be able to handle 7' of head with a few 90 degree turns. I have had good luck with Reeflo pumps in the past and I would recommend them as well.
     
  13. Dec 28, 2010 #13
    iaJim

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    I'm thinking I'd like about 1,000-1,000 gph. I'm currently using a Mak-4 which the RC calculator is somewhere around 900 gph. I only need a little more flow than that.

    Currently thinking about an Iwaki 55 or a Blueline HD, but if someone knows something bad about either of these, let me know.
     
  14. Dec 28, 2010 #14
    slovan

    slovan Experienced Reefkeeper

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    Is this going on your 57 gallon? That seems like a lot of turnover for a small system. If you are adamant about getting these pumps, I would go with the Iwaki.
     
  15. Dec 28, 2010 #15
    iaJim

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    Since I'm splitting some of the flow off to the refugium, I don't think the flow will be too much. I want just a little more than the Mak 4. Maybe the Iwaki 40 woiuld be enough. I know the Iwaki 30 I have is NOT enough.
     
  16. Dec 29, 2010 #16
    ninjazx777 Des Moines, IA

    ninjazx777 Experienced Reefkeeper

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    Panworld pumps are also good pumps I have had 2 100pxx on my 3 hundred for 3 years now
     

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