Which pump for 120?

Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

Hello,
Need some opinions/advice on the best return pump to use for a 120 Gal?
Thanks in advance!!

Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

Bump.

solitude127 · Apr 6, 2013

What's the budget?
My suggestion would be an Eheim 1262 or a Laguna maxflo 1500

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SchnitzelReef · Apr 6, 2013

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=251149720167

I'd go with a Laguna They just came out with this 1350gph model. They used to only have the 900 or the 1500. Awesome pump. Comes with a 3 year warranty, and they are very efficient.

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Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

solitude127 said:

The Ehiem is rated for 900Gph, is that enough turnover? I dont know anything about the Laguna pump. budget is a little tight but i want something quiet and reliable..

Any 120 owners out there:
What pump are you currently using? And are you happy with it?
If you had to buy a new pump today for your 120, which would you buy?

Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

SchnitzelReef said:

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=251149720167

I'd go with a Laguna They just came out with this 1350gph model. They used to only have the 900 or the 1500. Awesome pump. Comes with a 3 year warranty, and they are very efficient.

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Its kinda big! Lol!

SchnitzelReef · Apr 6, 2013

The pump is inside the plastic housing. When u open the case, it looks just like a reg pump. I have one in my tank, they are very quiet.

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Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

Awesome! Thanks Nick! I will try one of the Laguna 1350 pumps..

johnwin84 · Apr 6, 2013

Im running a Laguna 2400 on my 120

Reefing8EZ · Apr 6, 2013

johnwin84 said:

Where did you purchase from?

mark.a.smith405 · Apr 6, 2013

I have the same one bought it on eBay. Also sold on amazon I believe

solitude127 · Apr 6, 2013

Reefing8EZ said:

I used to run a 1262 on my 150. I'm only looking for about 5x - 7x turnover in my sump

Reefing8EZ · Apr 8, 2013

solitude127 said:

Ok, changed my mind. Going with Eheim 1262. Anyone have one FS? Or what is best place to buy one?

BeanMachine · Apr 8, 2013

solitude127 said:

I run the same I think its plenty.

Reefing8EZ · Apr 9, 2013

Picked up a Eheim 1262 last night, thanks to NVTE. The build is almost ready to begin!
Thanks for the pump Daniel. It was nice to meet you..

solitude127 · Apr 10, 2013

Reefing8EZ said:

To help with the vibration, try to get some rubber feet on the base of the pump. You should be able to use the Eheim suction cups from their heaters.

jbaeza83 · Apr 10, 2013

Where is the build thread???

Reefing8EZ · Apr 10, 2013

jbaeza83 said:

Im lazy. You come do it. Lol!

Reefing8EZ · Apr 10, 2013

solitude127 said:

Thanks for the tip. I am in the process of plumbing and its my first time doing the PVC thing with all the true union things and glue and all that. Haha! Hope it works out..

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