Thread: NPT vs. ID
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Unread 01-08-2003, 11:03 PM   #17
BrianW
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You cannot change the Female threads on the pump. Just buy your pump, take it with you to the hardware store and play with fittings until you find what will work best for your particular setup.

I use 1/2" ID 3/4" OD silicon tubing throughout. I have a Eheim 1250 and I use 1/2" PVC and 1/2 " Copper tubing for my connections. I have a Maze 2 which uses 1/4" NPT 1/2" Barb. In my system the block is most restrictive, ie fastest part of loop. That is ideal. Keep the rest of your system wide and keep your block restrictive.

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