Why does BRS recommend this?
Trigger systems have been making sumps for quite some time now and they have won us over with their attention to detail, practical designs and overall aesthetic appeal. With the ability to modify the sump to your needs with adjustable water levels, interchangeable plates , tube holders, probe holders, and enough room to put equipment where ever you need it.
Emerald 34
The Emerald series introduces several new features not found anywhere else. Some of the features of the Emerald sumps are:
- Interchangeable plates (PAT PENDING)
- Lid to prevent splashing
- Adjustable water height
- Self-adjusting foam block platform (PAT PENDING)
- Dual platforms
- Protein skimmer section
- Refugium section
- Emerald green coloring to block light and prevent unwanted algae growth in other sections
EMERALD Water Flow
Water enters the EMERALD sumps into a dedicated section where the water will then flow over into Section 1.
Section 1 where the interchangeable plate is located allowing for either filter sock or foam block mechanical filtration. This area is covered with a lid to prevent water splashing. Water then flows out the bottom of Section 1 into Section 2.
Section 2 is typically where the protein skimmer is located. Water then flows through the ‘Trigger Symbol’ cutout into Section 3.
Section 3 is the refugium section. The water then flows over the second baffle through 2 perforated platforms and under the third baffle into Section 3. The top perforated platform comes with a foam block filter and the bottom one is open to use for several different filtration methods (bag of carbon, bio balls, rubble rock, etc.).
Section 4 is the return water section back into the tank. This is where the return pump will sit.
Interchangeable Plates (PAT PENDING)
Each Emerald sump comes with two plates that can be placed into Section 1:
- Filter Sock Plate
- Foam Block Plate
The filter sock plate is installed when the included 100 micron filter socks are desired.
The foam block plate is perforated with holes and comes with a foam sponge block filter. The foam block plate can be used when filter socks are not desired or in the case when the filter socks need to be changed or cleaned but replacements socks are not readily available but yet mechanical filtration is needed. In this case, simply remove the filter sock plate and install the perforated foam block plate and then place the included foam sponge block filter in place.
Adjustable Water Level
Water level in the sump is adjustable from 7” to 9.5” to accommodate for the water height requirements for different protein skimmers.
Self-Adjusting Foam Block (PAT PENDING)
As the water level is adjusted by sliding the wall up and down, the foam block sponge filter and the perforated plate that it sits on will also move up and down automatically. This is important to maintain the correct location of the foam block sponge filter with respect to the sump water height.
Probe Holder
All Emerald sumps come with a probe holder that can hold up to three probes. The two outside holes are 0.63” in diameter and the center hole is 0.8” in diameter to fit different sized probes.
Hose Holder
All Emerald sumps also come with 4 holes in the top support brace for holding in place 1/4” OD tubing from reactors, dosing pumps, ATO, etc.
SKU | 209230 |
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UPC | 744271816457 |
Product Questions
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If you are looking to replace any parts that come with the sump then we would recommend getting in contact with trigger systems ( sales@triggersys.com). But if you need help plumbing that we should be able to help if you give us a call at 763-432-9691 or email us at support@bulkreefsupply.com. Have a great day!
These drain lines are 1" PVC. Have a great evening!
I wanted to know with a 90 gallon tank and this sump what watt/length heater Eheim Jager would fit in this sump and what section?
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Does the VECTRA M1 DC (2000 GPH) - ECOTECH MARINE pump fit in this sump?
The Eheim 1260 pump has a footprint of 6.25” x 8.5” and the Trigger 34 Sump’s return section is only 6” wide, so unfortunately it will not fit. We would suggest looking into the Sicce Syncra Silent 3.0, which is very comparable and should fit very nicely.
If you have any other questions just let us know. Thanks!
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/sicce-syncra-silent-3-0-pump-714-gph.html
For changing sumps you can simply take out the old and install the new. Large frequent water changes will need to occur until the bio-load is able to catch up. For a refugium on the sump you will only need a simple 6500K light and the algae.
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The Skimmer area will be exactly how much room you have to place a skimmer. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
It will be a good idea to put a quick cover or cap on the second drain option. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
The size of the sump does not depend on the tank size rather the size of the components you will place in the sump. As long as the sump can fit your desired skimmer it will work well! Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Unfortunately we do not know the size or design of the R&J stand however as long as the stand has 15" x 34" the sump will work great! Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
It is a great idea to have spare filter socks on hand so you can wash some while you change them, we usually have 4-6 filter socks and will wash them once a week. I have included a link to our felt filter sock which you would want in the 4" size. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/brs-felt-filter-sock-with-plastic-ring-1-e0f66d3186154abe76960f9e394c4621.html
This will come with 2x 1" drain sections. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
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