Critique DC3000 Biocube Manilfold

[rodasphoto]

Please help me by critiquing my manifold.
Should I add or remove anything?

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[rodasphoto]

I added a ball valve for the skimmer outlet. Everything is fitted together.
Do I have to glue it all together or can I leave it as?
How long does the glue have to cure before its safe to use in the tank?

 

[lepchitz]

Yes you have to glue it, and depending on the product, it will take several hours to cure. I would wait 24 hours before running any tank water through it. You don't want any toxins getting into your system.

 

[rodasphoto]

Thanks. I was leaning towards waiting a day but was not sure. I will post pics of it installed.

 

[rodasphoto]

Is it necessary to put Teflon tape around the screw fittings? (Sorry for the noob questions)

 

[heathlindner25]

Rodasphoto;967067 wrote: Is it necessary to put Teflon tape around the screw fittings? (Sorry for the noob questions)

Depends on if you want it to leak or not...

 

[rodasphoto]

heathlindner25;967095 wrote: Depends on if you want it to leak or not...

Definitely not. Thanks for the info. : )

 

[heathlindner25]

Why is the return to the tank aimed down? you don't want to add unnecessary 90s.

 

[acroholic]

I usually wait about 30 minutes after gluing PVC together before using it. It won't hurt to wait 24 hours, but not necessary IMO. Do whatever you are comfortable with.

Like Heath said, Teflon tape all threaded connections, and use hose clamps on all tubing to barbed connections. I noticed you had a nylon barb in the setup.

 

[rodasphoto]

Does homedepot/Lowes sell plastic hose clamps?

 

[rodasphoto]

The pump just barely fits. There is a small whirl sound especially at the top speed.

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