Bean's 300 Gallon AGE Build

JOSE CASAS

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What size tank should I get? 10lb? Any suggestions on where to buy? There is an Airgas close to my house that I was going to try.

**Answering my own questions- Airgas has a 10lb tank filled for $150. $180 for a 20lb.
10 LB is ok to start off with but you will need a bigger one eventually. I would also recommend the aluminium as it is much lighter to haul when you have to refill. When I use the cal rx I would also have an extra tank in case the tank I was using went empty and I didn't have to rush to refill. Another thing to consider is that the bigger the co2 tank the better as the pressure stays more consistent. hth
 
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Here is the regulator that is on its way. [MENTION=3886]watchguy123[/MENTION]



10 LB is ok to start off with but you will need a bigger one eventually. I would also recommend the aluminium as it is much lighter to haul when you have to refill. When I use the cal rx I would also have an extra tank in case the tank I was using went empty and I didn't have to rush to refill. Another thing to consider is that the bigger the co2 tank the better as the pressure stays more consistent. hth
Thanks for that Jose. I got a 20lb aluminum tank full from [MENTION=6904]Zoarder[/MENTION] . Thanks Noah.
 
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Now that's how you do it right! Very nice 2 stage reg!!
Actually that guy has several pictures of beautiful regulators on RC, he inspired me to build my own.
You will be very happy with that one



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Looks like it's coming together Cody! Lost your number after I changed phones a few times. I hope all is well man.

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The drains are done. I haven't glued anything yet except the unions on the overflows. The white fittings and pipe will be replaced. I ran out of Sch 80 90s and a couple 45s. Don't mind the extra slack at the sump. I also need to finish the emergency drains and dump them into the skimmer section. I may leave the stand 6 inches from the wall and build the skin to cover the back side in case I ever need to get back there for maintenance. With all the pipes it will be challenging to make a repair...otherwise I'd have to drain the tank and move it which would suck. I was going to run most of the drains under the tank, but it was going to take up quite a bit of head room under the stand.

Nothing like spending a bunch of money on nice PVC. 90% which is now hidden behind the tank. LOL

Next up is cutting and painting the metal strut I bought. I'll use it to support the drains underneath, as well as the return lines and manifold.







 

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fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuudge! That looks nice bro!

I am getting ready to redo my plumbing and I think you just made me decide to spend money on the colorful pipe. Good job man
 

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Another professional drawing of the return plumbing. Rough idea anyway.

Here is the plan for the manifold off one of the return pumps. I am using 2 x Vectra M1 pumps @ 2,000 gph.

1. Carbon
2. GFO
3. Chiller (optional)
4. Fuge
5. Open / Extra
6. Open / Extra
7. UV

In regards to the UV, I've seen it done both ways. What is the downfall of running a UV off a manifold? I know they require a specific flow rate but I'd prefer not having another pump if possible.

Return Pump 1 *ORANGE*
Return Pump 2 *GREEN*

 

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Another professional drawing of the return plumbing. Rough idea anyway.

Here is the plan for the manifold off one of the return pumps. I am using 2 x Vectra M1 pumps @ 2,000 gph.

1. Carbon
2. GFO
3. Chiller (optional)
4. Fuge
5. Open / Extra
6. Open / Extra
7. UV

In regards to the UV, I've seen it done both ways. What is the downfall of running a UV off a manifold? I know they require a specific flow rate but I'd prefer not having another pump if possible.

Return Pump 1 *ORANGE*
Return Pump 2 *GREEN*

Didn't apex come out with those new flow meters to add to the pipes? just get that and add it to manifold. I just guesstimate flow rate.
 

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