Game changer filter sock for red sea reefer tanks! - Page 2

CJP63 · 08/06/2017, 08:33 PM

Yes it will use more floss but you will get increased flow going through the unit and also less likely to get clogged up.

2000se · 08/07/2017, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by deputydog95

I'm sure the bleach makes it much easier, but you have to be so careful making sure they are rinsed, rinsed again, and then rinse them some more

Actually, I rinse once and let dry. Dried bleach is harmless.

deputydog95 · 08/07/2017, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 2000se

Actually, I rinse once and let dry. Dried bleach is harmless.

I know, I'm just paranoid.

ktownhero · 08/07/2017, 01:41 PM

I find the nylon filter socks very easy to clean. I am fortunate enough to have a utility sink with a spray nozzle nearby though. I only change them once every week or two. They only tend to clog when I feed stuff like reef roids. I'm not even sure I should keep running them lol.

deputydog95 · 08/07/2017, 01:51 PM

Anybody want to buy mine? I have 8 for sale. They need to be cleaned though

snappa · 08/11/2017, 12:38 AM

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Yep I saw it too. I now take out socks every day or two depending on how heavy I fed the day before. Just like changing your undies - something you just HAVE to do!

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The trigger for changing socks for me is when water flows over the top of the sock. That means the 225 micron mesh is clogged and ineffective.

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deputydog95 · 08/11/2017, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by snappa

The trigger for changing socks for me is when water flows over the top of the sock. That means the 225 micron mesh is clogged and ineffective.

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Knowing when to, and actually changing them is quite easy. It's cleaning them that is the big chore IMO

rishma · 08/11/2017, 05:43 AM

I like it. I have a small RSR with only 1 sock. Too bad shipping is $10. probably still worth it but it bothers me to pay $10 to ship an $18 product....maybe I can find an alternative locally.

rhinonm · 08/11/2017, 07:10 AM

Id be very interested if someone finds an alternative for a 7"er.

smatter · 08/11/2017, 01:19 PM

I just take the one mesh sock I have to the sink once a week and it sprays clean in less than a minute. I do like the cup and floss solution, may have to look that guy up.

smatter · 08/11/2017, 01:38 PM

So the Machine Shop ones fit the Red Sea? I think mine is smaller than 4", at least standard socks don't fit.

snappa · 08/12/2017, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by deputydog95

Knowing when to, and actually changing them is quite easy. It's cleaning them that is the big chore IMO

Like brushing your teeth or washing up dishes. Some things you just have to do or life gets messy!

Big chore? 10 minutes to replace socks, turn clogged ones inside out, rinse under hot water and put in bucket of bleach & water ready for weekly machine wash.

It becomes a big chore if they are left too long which is also when they aren't doing any good for water quality anyway!

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deputydog95 · 08/15/2017, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by snappa

Like brushing your teeth or washing up dishes. Some things you just have to do or life gets messy!

Big chore? 10 minutes to replace socks, turn clogged ones inside out, rinse under hot water and put in bucket of bleach & water ready for weekly machine wash.

It becomes a big chore if they are left too long which is also when they aren't doing any good for water quality anyway!

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Yeah, it's a chore. I don't have that much free time. I changed the floss in the cup yesterday in less than a minute.

Changing the filter socks is easy. Cleaning them is not. I don't feel like rinsing them, putting them in a bleach bucket, and then finally machine washing them. Wayyyyy too much effort as compared to pull old floss out, then insert new floss. I didn't even have to open the tray.

I'd rather spend that time testing the water an extra time or two than I normally would, than cleaning socks....

CVReefer · 08/15/2017, 04:55 PM

That's it. I'm using the 3d printer to make a bunch of these tomorrow lol

LQT · 08/15/2017, 06:06 PM

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That's it. I'm using the 3d printer to make a bunch of these tomorrow lol

Crank out a couple of 7 inchers and send them my way!

CVReefer · 08/15/2017, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by LQT

Crank out a couple of 7 inchers and send them my way!

Machine time and material would make that more expensive than they are worth but I'll be making some 4" for my big tank. Between that, the compartment covers, reefLink, vortech and jebao mounts the printer has been pretty damn useful.

LQT · 08/15/2017, 06:09 PM

7" socks... the bane of my existence.

snappa · 08/16/2017, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by deputydog95

Yeah, it's a chore. I don't have that much free time. I changed the floss in the cup yesterday in less than a minute.

Changing the filter socks is easy. Cleaning them is not. I don't feel like rinsing them, putting them in a bleach bucket, and then finally machine washing them. Wayyyyy too much effort as compared to pull old floss out, then insert new floss. I didn't even have to open the tray.

I'd rather spend that time testing the water an extra time or two than I normally would, than cleaning socks....

Fair nuff

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deputydog95 · 08/16/2017, 07:16 AM

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Fair nuff

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Nor to mention the wife isn't overly thrilled with the idea of fish tank filter socks in our washing machine lol.

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smatter · 08/16/2017, 08:42 AM

Ordered one from The Machine Shop. I'm looking forward to layering floss and a bit of carbon and just tossing it weekly.

deputydog95 · 08/16/2017, 09:09 AM

So I'm experimenting with how much floss and how to lay it.

I think I'm getting the best results with a simple one layer or two if you prefer on the bottom only. Too much and the water doesn't pass easily. One layer, will only require a 4x4 in square set flat in the bottom. Sony can buy a big roll of floss, cut into squares and then yank and change as necessary without ever even removing the cups from the tray.

I will say the floss gets pretty gross after a week.

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smatter · 08/16/2017, 09:35 AM

Sounds like you are using some kind of pad or bonded floss and cutting it to size. I was planning on using loose polyester filter floss and packing it lightly. The stuff is cheap for a huge bag. Will report back when the cup arrives.

ktownhero · 08/16/2017, 12:59 PM

I don't understand people referring to cleaning mesh socks a chore. It's so easy, even when they are fully clogged.

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deputydog95 · 08/16/2017, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by smatter

Sounds like you are using some kind of pad or bonded floss and cutting it to size. I was planning on using loose polyester filter floss and packing it lightly. The stuff is cheap for a huge bag. Will report back when the cup arrives.

Yep, bonded floss. It's not expensive but not as cheap as the loose stuff for sure. The bag I bought was probably around $12 and should last for 6 months.

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I don't understand people referring to cleaning mesh socks a chore. It's so easy, even when they are fully clogged.

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You should shoot a video of you cleaning a filthy red sea mesh sock to show us how easy it is.

Then again my version of clean may be different from yours

snappa · 08/17/2017, 05:02 AM

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I don't understand people referring to cleaning mesh socks a chore. It's so easy, even when they are fully clogged.

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I'm with you on this. Felt socks are a nightmare but the mesh is effective and easy.

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08/07/2017, 01:51 PM	#30
deputydog95 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 966	Anybody want to buy mine? I have 8 for sale. They need to be cleaned though __________________ Red Sea Reefer 500 Peninsula, Apex Controller, Apex Wav (2), Apex DOS, Kessil 360WE (3), T5's (4), Kessil H160 Fuge light, RO Regal 150SSS Skimmer, RO DC Return Pump, Red Sea A&B

08/11/2017, 07:10 AM	#34
rhinonm Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Rio Rancho NM USA Posts: 302	Id be very interested if someone finds an alternative for a 7"er. __________________ 180g 60x35x20 Rimless, 48" Sunpower, 5000 SRO Skimmer, 40" Advanced Acrylics Sump Current Tank Info: 200g SPS

08/15/2017, 06:09 PM	#42
LQT Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 1,516	7" socks... the bane of my existence. __________________ - Leon (aka - Water Dog) Deep Blue 57 Edge ATI Acro Garden Build Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?p=25573384#post25573384 Current Tank Info: DeepBlue 57 Edge

08/16/2017, 09:09 AM	#46
deputydog95 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 966	So I'm experimenting with how much floss and how to lay it. I think I'm getting the best results with a simple one layer or two if you prefer on the bottom only. Too much and the water doesn't pass easily. One layer, will only require a 4x4 in square set flat in the bottom. Sony can buy a big roll of floss, cut into squares and then yank and change as necessary without ever even removing the cups from the tray. I will say the floss gets pretty gross after a week. Sent from my SM-N920V using Tapatalk __________________ Red Sea Reefer 500 Peninsula, Apex Controller, Apex Wav (2), Apex DOS, Kessil 360WE (3), T5's (4), Kessil H160 Fuge light, RO Regal 150SSS Skimmer, RO DC Return Pump, Red Sea A&B

08/06/2017, 08:33 PM	#26
CJP63 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Posts: 20	Yes it will use more floss but you will get increased flow going through the unit and also less likely to get clogged up.

08/07/2017, 01:41 PM	#29
ktownhero Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 1,426	I find the nylon filter socks very easy to clean. I am fortunate enough to have a utility sink with a spray nozzle nearby though. I only change them once every week or two. They only tend to clog when I feed stuff like reef roids. I'm not even sure I should keep running them lol.

08/11/2017, 05:43 AM	#33
rishma Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,206	I like it. I have a small RSR with only 1 sock. Too bad shipping is $10. probably still worth it but it bothers me to pay $10 to ship an $18 product....maybe I can find an alternative locally.

08/11/2017, 01:19 PM	#35
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	I just take the one mesh sock I have to the sink once a week and it sprays clean in less than a minute. I do like the cup and floss solution, may have to look that guy up.

08/11/2017, 01:38 PM	#36
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	So the Machine Shop ones fit the Red Sea? I think mine is smaller than 4", at least standard socks don't fit.

08/15/2017, 04:55 PM	#39
CVReefer Registered Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 91	That's it. I'm using the 3d printer to make a bunch of these tomorrow lol

08/16/2017, 08:42 AM	#45
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	Ordered one from The Machine Shop. I'm looking forward to layering floss and a bit of carbon and just tossing it weekly.

08/16/2017, 09:35 AM	#47
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	Sounds like you are using some kind of pad or bonded floss and cutting it to size. I was planning on using loose polyester filter floss and packing it lightly. The stuff is cheap for a huge bag. Will report back when the cup arrives.

08/16/2017, 12:59 PM	#48
ktownhero Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Posts: 1,426	I don't understand people referring to cleaning mesh socks a chore. It's so easy, even when they are fully clogged. Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk