drock59 Posted October 21, 2006 Share Posted October 21, 2006 So, with the addition of more flow to my tank i have decided to lower flow through my sump to increase skimmer performance, lower microbubbles and hopefully help some macro grow. Question: will having 200 gph through the sump effect the temp in the tank. I worry that the tank room might get to cold, heaters would turn on, and not enough warm water would get up top to keep temp steady. Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dippin61 Posted October 22, 2006 Share Posted October 22, 2006 Well.. for me.. it doesnt affect it one bit. I only have a maxi jet 1200 for my return. I am one who believes in strong flow in the main tank, but low flow in the sump. Better skimmer performance i find this way. My tank stays a steady 78-79.5 degrees. Well.. that is if I remember to turn my fan on down there when my MH comes on. (laugh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drock59 Posted October 22, 2006 Author Share Posted October 22, 2006 Good to know. I left the window open last night and this morning the temp was 77.7 so that is acceptable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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