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tmc1313
02/29/2012, 09:36 AM
I'm switching over from two part dosing to a GEO reactor. My question is, if I'm dosing 150ml per day of part A and B each in equal amounts, what should my effluent rate be from the reactor to be able to match my dosing rate?

Randy Holmes-Farley
02/29/2012, 10:21 AM
That would depend on the alkalinity in the effluent.

It is probably easiest to pick a flow rate that is typical for that reactor, and adjust the CO2 until the tank alkalinity is stable where you want it. :)

tmc1313
02/29/2012, 02:16 PM
Thanks Randy, another question I have is about a feed pump for the reactor. I did buy the MJ1200 for the GEO that was recommeded, but I have read some people use a dedicated peristaltic pump that is designed to run 24/7. Any thoughts on this? If the peristaltic pump is the way to go, then who makes a good one that is designed for continuous use?

Randy Holmes-Farley
02/29/2012, 02:34 PM
Sorry, i don't have any useful advice on pumps for the reactor. :)