Bean's 300 Gallon AGE Build
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12 pages and 179 posts yet I still don't see any photos with water in the tank and it running. SMH this build could be epic if only there were more updates with photos 
Someone come unpack for us and Ill get started.
Oh heres an update- I got an MP60 and a Multi Swirl over the weekend.
Bro, I don't know any guy that unpacks. A man will live out of boxes and waits for his stuff to magically get put away.
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I did do some plumbing last night, but it was our new dishwasher leaking at the supply line and a drain that didn't get popped out on the garbage disposal so it was dumping all the water out the air gap. Awesome!
Yeah I don't plan to rush any of it. Building the tank will be part of the fun. I just haven't had time to get into it.
Let's see your plumbing! Always looking for new ideas.
Yeah I don't plan to rush any of it. Building the tank will be part of the fun. I just haven't had time to get into it.
Let's see your plumbing! Always looking for new ideas.
Update! Well not really. I'm hoping to get the plumbing and aquascape going in a few more weeks. Trying to get my garage cleaned out.
I ordered 2 more Sea Swirl Multi Swirls (for a total of 3)... almost $300 each. Sheesh! I'm out of tank funds haha
I still need-
1. Sand- Probably going with Caribsea Special Grade again. I'm not sure how much. I want to do less, so only maybe an inch or two so I can vacuum it if necessary.
2. Misc. plumbing parts
3. T5 Lamps
4. EMarco 400 or similar
5. Rods or PVC for some rock pillars
6. 100 to 200 Gallon- Tall Cylinder Tank
Down the road-
5. Calcium Reactor
6. More Flow Pumps
7. Probably something else I'm sure.
No progress other than that sorry [MENTION=6947]innerspark[/MENTION]
I ordered 2 more Sea Swirl Multi Swirls (for a total of 3)... almost $300 each. Sheesh! I'm out of tank funds haha
I still need-
1. Sand- Probably going with Caribsea Special Grade again. I'm not sure how much. I want to do less, so only maybe an inch or two so I can vacuum it if necessary.
2. Misc. plumbing parts
3. T5 Lamps
4. EMarco 400 or similar
5. Rods or PVC for some rock pillars
6. 100 to 200 Gallon- Tall Cylinder Tank
Down the road-
5. Calcium Reactor
6. More Flow Pumps
7. Probably something else I'm sure.
No progress other than that sorry [MENTION=6947]innerspark[/MENTION]
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AquaMaxx Calcium Reactor
I just switched over to the cTech on one of the tanks here at the office and it was way easier to dial in compared to the older STAR reactors. It handles the CO2 much better because of the reverse flow design and does not create all sorts of microbubbles inside the reactor.
I have used the AquaMaxx Regulator for over two years without a problem.
Take care and happy reefkeeping!
-Robert @ MD
I just switched over to the cTech on one of the tanks here at the office and it was way easier to dial in compared to the older STAR reactors. It handles the CO2 much better because of the reverse flow design and does not create all sorts of microbubbles inside the reactor.
I have used the AquaMaxx Regulator for over two years without a problem.
Take care and happy reefkeeping!
-Robert @ MD
I personally would recommend the Geo reactor. I feel that it's extremely reliable and there are is minimal areas on the reactor when there can be leaks or breaks. As for solenoid I strongly suggest building a dual stage reg. There are several benefits and it's the most important component of a calcium reactor. It will prevent the need of fiddling with your bubble rate and prevent end of tank dumps.
Good looking reactor. I like how they decreased the foot print with placing everything up top.
Im not even sure what regulator is on my setup It looks like a basic dual gauge Milwaukee style regulator. If I had to replace it I'd just go for another dual gauge with solid reviews. I'd don't think having pinpoint control of co2 is that necessary for the reactor if you invest in a good pH monitor. Set your pH and the low bubble count to maintain it in the reactor. The low bubble count was key for me to keep a stable pH in the reactor. Mines about 1 bps.
Im not even sure what regulator is on my setup
It looks like a basic dual gauge Milwaukee style regulator. If I had to replace it I'd just go for another dual gauge with solid reviews. I'd don't think having pinpoint control of co2 is that necessary for the reactor if you invest in a good pH monitor. Set your pH and the low bubble count to maintain it in the reactor. The low bubble count was key for me to keep a stable pH in the reactor. Mines about 1 bps.Latest posts
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