chiller

[chris0942]

any body ever done a diy chiller?

[MeuserReef]

Yep... but no pics yet as Im still testing it.

I made one out of a 5000 BTU Window A/C unit and a Titanium heat exchanger.

You will need a qualified HVAC/R person to help, otherwise the cost of tools alone will exceed the cost of a professionally manufactured unit.

Here are a few threads that you should read if you are seriously considering this.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=916420&perpage=25&pagenumber=2

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=177020&perpage=25&pagenumber=3



Oh, and just in case you were thinking about it......


... the Mini-Refrigerator idea wont work unless you are wanting to cool a Nano :D

[chris0942]

i was

[MeuserReef]

The compressor on a mini-fridge wont last long trying to cool a 210 gallon. The compressors in these units require low-temp refrigerant to cool the motor windings. The refrigerant temp would return way too hot if you put such a heat load on it.

Save your money.

[BeanAnimal]

Yup, a canibalized window shaker is about the only way to go.