View Full Version : I need an auto top off
vanmo92
08/18/2006, 02:14 PM
I need an auto top off. I was looking at a few of the float swiches on aquahub.com but I DO NOT want to do any DIY-ing. Any Ideas on where I could get a float swich where you dont have to do any wireing. I already have the pump (aqualifter).
AZDesertRat
08/18/2006, 02:45 PM
http://www.spectrapure.com/St_main.htm#control
raddogz
08/18/2006, 02:46 PM
Aquahub also sells entire already made products as well.
Many people like the JBJ units and they are a little spendy, or you can really pay up the nose with a Specta Pure LiterMeter or even a Tunze Osmalator.
I made my own auto top off on my 58g (check out melevsreef.com), and also use an aqualifter. I also have a LiterMeter for my 120g. They both pretty much do the same thing except one cost me $20 and the other one way over $100 used.
vanmo92
08/18/2006, 02:58 PM
AZDesertRat which one should i click on. I dont want to spend over $30
vanmo92
08/18/2006, 03:24 PM
nevermind. I found one that I like.
xtrstangx
08/18/2006, 03:57 PM
http://autotopoff.com has nice topoffs.
vanmo92
08/18/2006, 03:59 PM
I have decided to hook it up like this (is this right?).
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b137/vanmo92/floatswichsystem.jpg
vanmo92
08/18/2006, 04:00 PM
nevermind....its to small to see.
RevHtree
08/18/2006, 04:21 PM
I just got through hooking up a Tunze Osmolator and man I am really liking it. Not only are they a nice peice of equipment, they give you peace of mind with the safety float switch. Comes with the pump and everything.
raddogz
08/18/2006, 09:23 PM
I thought the Osmolator uses a pressure-type sensor vs. a float switch?
RevHtree
08/18/2006, 09:29 PM
There is two types. One is the water level sensor and the float is the safety.
But, I spoke a little too soon. Mine is now not working correctly..grrr....
Serioussnaps
08/19/2006, 02:19 PM
www.innovativeaquatics.com
peristalic pumps----fail safe....not floats .....no back siphoning..no overdosing......just briliant refurbished medical pumps
i use one and it is the coolest thing i have ever put on a tank
liquidlunch
08/19/2006, 02:31 PM
I have used this setup for 9 months now and I couldn't be happier with it. The float activates whatever is plugged into the AC outlets...powerhead, pump, toaster,etc The only mod that I did was to add another float switch($6) in incorporate a failsafe.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Electronic-Pump-TopOff-Control-Horiz-Float-Switch-Lamp_W0QQitemZ330018349136QQihZ014QQcategoryZ3212QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
TimTen
08/19/2006, 03:03 PM
I have the Tunze one and if worked great for a few day's but has over pumped 4 times now. I had to lower the safety just above the sensor. I hope I can get it to work.
RevHtree, what problem are you having
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