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Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by bearsareawsome, May 29, 2012.

  1. bearsareawsome

    bearsareawsome Well-Known ReefKeeper

    I need to buy check valves for normal white PVC?  I looked at mernards and they have one for 3/4 inch pvc but it haves metal parts insides of it.  That won't last long correct?
     
    bearsareawsome, May 29, 2012
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  2. MJB Tanks

    MJB Tanks Well-Known ReefKeeper

    I bought my 2" check valve from menards...it had a plastic flapper in it with some type of silicone sealing ring. Worked great for me...as far as certain sizes i'm not familiar with everything they carry but I know you can find them much cheaper at stores online.
     
    MJB Tanks, May 29, 2012
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  3. Waverz

    Waverz Expert Reefkeeper

    IMO it is best to design your plumbing so you don't need a check valve. Not only do check valves restrict flow they eventually WILL FAIL unless some type of general maintenance is done on them periodically.


    If it were me I would re-think and implement a siphon break or a stand pipe. There's always a better way than using a check valve.
     
    Waverz, May 29, 2012
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  4. ADMReef

    ADMReef Inactive User

    Waverz, could you sketch up a design that your talking about?  I am new to this and I am not sure what you mean.  I would love to see how yours looks.  
    THanks
     
    ADMReef, May 30, 2012
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