Sump for 180 gallon (1 Viewer)

[cliner]

So I think my sump is inadequate for my set up, or at least I am not happy with it. Its about 15 -20 gallons, for a 180 gallon display, working volume but is too small to house skimmer, return lines and pump. I have more available room that is currently not used. its a pain in the but to maneuver around these things. Does anyone here still build sumps? I know in the past several people were known for acrylic work. I want to go acrylic to utilize as much space as possible under the tank and there are some specific dimensions I cant change about the stand I built. I guess you could say it was poor planning on my part, but it is definitely enough to work with. Ill post some pics and dimensions when I get home later and let yall give me some feedback. Meanwhile, for anyone willing, post some sump pictures to kick start the idea generator. It runs a little slower these days!

 

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Mine...drain and skimmer on the left, pump suction middle, fuge on the right

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Pardon the mess, setting up APEX tomorrow...wires everywhere.

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[Wingnut]

I have a 50 gallon DIY sump and refugium that came with a bunch of used equipment I bought , you are more than welcome to have it , it needs cleaning and you will have to come to Conroe and pick it up but I have no use for it.