Jimbo662 Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 What's the best material to use under a pump to reduce vibration / noise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jestep Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Following because I haven't found anything better than the suction cups my pumps came with. I tried EVA foam to no avail as it is way too buoyant. I think most other foams are going to float too well also. I do have a EVA mat under my entire sump which helps quite a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryD Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 Internal or external? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted October 1, 2015 Share Posted October 1, 2015 I used a silicone baking mat from Bed Bath and Beyond and zip-tied it around the pump. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woods Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I cut up an old mouse pad, and it works great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mFrame Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I cut up an old mouse pad, and it works great! I went the mouse pad route once and they'll eventually dissolve and make a mess. I'd take it out! If you look on the cookware aisle in HEB you'll find silicon hotpads for under $5. Like Ty said, these work good with a zip tie. Otherwise you can shop BRS. I've had this one which worked great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo662 Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Thanks! I'll check HEB tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jestep Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 What about something like this? Seems like the ridges would make sound transmission through it less likely - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TRLI1HW?psc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 What about something like this? Seems like the ridges would make sound transmission through it less likely - http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TRLI1HW?psc=1 That's the exact one I found at BBB Jestep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTy Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan H Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 If your pump is external you can use some simple insulation foam. I had some leftover and just cut some small squares. Works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sascha D. Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 A few years ago I saw Mark do a video where he used Styrofoam under his skimmer. The Styrofoam didn't dissolve over the two years that I had used it. One problem I had with the foam was that it would slide and the pump would eventually touch the walls of the sump and make some noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juiceman Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I'm currently using this for my returns: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/oxo-good-grips-reg-silicone-sink-mat/3256090?Keyword=silicone+mat and this for my skimmer: http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/oxo-good-grips-reg-silicone-sink-mat/3256090?Keyword=silicone+mat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
austx Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I got a silicone drying mat from target. Very similar to Juicemans setup he listed above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jestep Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Also, I can't find a link to them, but someone posted using silicon hose with clamps on the pump outputs to reduce noise transferred via the tubing. I know PVC and flexible vinyl will still transfer a lot of noise even if the pump is isolated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo662 Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 I use silicone tubing from BRS to connect the pump to the plumbing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jestep Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Also saw these on amazon. Might make it easier to zip tie to than the flexible sheets. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OCVAR7E Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+BobcatReefer Posted November 29, 2015 Share Posted November 29, 2015 i use filter sponges - easy to add/subtract/cut/replace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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