can i run a sump on 190gal planted tank?

[jonny.j]

Hi guys im new to planted setups and wont to ask your advice! Would my 190 gal with sump be ok with plants and the use of a co2 system! would it use to much co"2 being a sump tank?

this is sump

 

[foxfish]

You will loose C02 down the overflow but you can still use a sump if you have a big 'pub' size cylinder.

 

[jonny.j]

thanks for reply buddy" yes that's the problem if its going to cost a lot because of lost co"2 on big sump tank! Will having a sealed sump will cover glass help?

 

[foxfish]

Yes that will help, slowing down the flow will help too but you will still use a lot os gas for such a big tank sump or no sump!
However quite a few people use sumps (I do) CO2 is not always expensive, it seems to depends on where you live but my refills cost me very little!

 

[jonny.j]

thanks for info foxfish" will have to find a place that does co"2 refills and a price!