Storage tote as a sump??

[ericrodriguez]

Has anyone here used this as a sump, I’m already thinking about what I’ll need for my next tank, and saw this at the Home Depot!!
Any thoughts will be greatly appreciated

 

[MadReefer]

I've seen it done but forgot where. If I remember correctly the main concern was the sides bowing out.
But those are sturdy because my stores bunch of **** in them.

 

[redfishbluefish]

Never used that brand, but have a couple concerns.

1. That wheel axle bolt, does it go all the way through into the inside of the bin?
2. Is it rigid enough to not bulge? Granted, it was less substantial, but I use to use a Tupperware bin to make water, and it would bulge quite a bit when filled with water. I'm guess as a sump you'd have considerably less water..
3. Price = if you're will to spend a hundred bucks, why not just go get a known product....a stock tank at Tractor Supply. All different sizes and prices....with a 110 gallon for 129.

 

[ericrodriguez]

This person is using a similar one, it looks very strong too!

 

[ericrodriguez]

I saw this in a video

Reef Life Texas on Instagram: "New skimmer is running and breaking in!!! We love it @reefoctopus !!!! #coralfarm #reeftank #saltwateraquarium"

353 likes, 4 comments - reeflifetexas on August 26, 2026: "New skimmer is running and breaking in!!! We love it @reefoctopus !!!! #coralfarm #reeftank #saltwateraquarium".

www.instagram.com

 

[MadReefer]

This person is using a similar one, it looks very strong too!

Those are strong some people in the past have used them as sumps that were part of this club.

 

[ericrodriguez]

Those are strong some people in the past have used them as sumps that were part of this club.

This can hold a lot of water that’s why I’m thinking about it

 

[MadReefer]

This can hold a lot of water that’s why I’m thinking about it

I think way way back Sunny used it for a massive skimmer in his setup.