How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
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10. comment for How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
I brought 1 external pump with input and output and it doens't work, there no water flow coming in & out...You guys got any advices ?
20. comment for How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
Input to output diagram:
gravel cleaner head>hose>valve>Large PVC Pipe with stuffing and screen>valve>hose>pump>hose to tank.
*Valves will be inserted into holes drilled into the screwable PVC end caps, the ones you open with channel lock pliers.
30. comment for How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
could you give me a links where i can buy these parts you used in this video. i would like to make this with 50FT tube.
I was looking to get this... https://www.amazon.com/AAPW800-800-GPH-Submersible-Hydroponic-Aquarium/dp/B0049XKMGQ/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1465647673&sr=8-13&keywords=fish+tank+pump#Ask
Do you think 800 or even 1000 gph pump is too much for a 75 gal tank? We use big gravel. We have always had a problem getting some of the heavier waste out, even when it was same floor as the sink, I just want to make sure I can get the waste out and not be disappointed with a wimpy pump!
Also, when you prime the pump prior to turning it on, what do you use? Could you use a bulb pump or do you just suck the tube? Just curious. Thanks for any info you can give me! Appreciate it!
50. comment for How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
I agree with you! The solution is already built in that device. The intake suction can be regulated by adjusting the the ball valve as wished. These pumps won't break, even if the ball valve is completely closed and kept like that for a while.
As long as water is going IN the intake and through the pump OUT to the output, it's being cooled by the water. "Submersible" pump means they have usually sealed any electricals inside a block of epoxy.
It's nowhere near as convenient as this, though, but just an idea for others who aren't inclined to go through with this.
I really like the idea of the self priming pump connected to the gravel vac though.
so your link I. the description is correct?
This solution would probably go a long way in tidying up the substrate.
https://www.sunlightsupply.com/shop/bycategory/pumps-and-irrigation-supplies/ecoplus-fixed-flow-rate-submersible-pumps
100. comment for How To Make: DIY Gravel Vacuum (Aquarium Gravel Cleaner)
Simple but very effective.
I can't believe some penarse has hit the 'dislike' button already - You're doing a great job with these videos.