🐠 Lifegard Aquatics Bulkhead Fitting Kit: Enhance Your Aquarium's Functionality Review

Regular 1/2" PVC (cord 40) passes up to 400 Gph (gravity pressure) without issue. A much smaller inside diameter (about 1/4") at the 90 degree bend which severely impedes flow If you have a 350 GPH capacity pump or larger you will need to ditch the bend and buy 1/2" PVC.

This is exactly what I needed for my aquaponics project. It works well with virtually no leaks since I've had it. I didn't plan on using the filter attachment at first, but it turned out to be a very good thing. My only issue is that I have to remove the filter part every month when I need to clean the hoses - it's just an interference fit but every month it gets harder to get out. The thin plastic of the guard held my pliers surprisingly well.

This is the ideal solution (when space is not a concern) for water levels in deep water hydroponic cultures and DWC (RDWC) recirculation systems. It sticks out a few inches from the bottom of the bucket, but I've seen other hydraulic systems with much bulkier and even more leak-prone fluids. Be sure to use the gasket with the flat side against the INNER FLANGE. Bucket. Two grooves on the other side create a watertight seal around the hole. I made a rookie mistake and it still doesn't leak, but…