1 pump or 2

[ckwatson]

my system will be about 50 gal total I have a 1.5" bulk head that goes down to a 1" pipe. my sump is about 3 maybe 4 feet from the top of my DT. I plan on having 2 returns pipes that will be split in 2 again with lock line should I go with one pump and T the line twice or two pumps and T the line only with the lock line. what size/sizes would be best i was thinking if i go with one it should be around 500 gph or two at 250 gph

 

[skriz]

I would save your money and only do one pump. Why burn the extra cash on the equipment, electricity, etc.?

 

[suasati]

Not to mention more heat in the system.... get another pump and keep it as standby,.

 

[jetchris]

just use one pump, I reccommend a mag 10 or 12, Run a 1" pvc out then split into 2 ea 3/4 pvc

 

[ckwatson]

so what about GPH will 500 be enough?

 

[jetchris]

nah for your tank i reccommend at least 900gph - your gonna lose some power due to head pressure

 

[jetchris]

you could be ok with a mag 9.5

 

[ckwatson]

ok thanks man I may go with the 9.5 too much more and Im not sure my drain will keep up