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02/12/2006, 08:49 AM | #176 |
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So there should be a HALL OF FAME for Tanks thread -- I'd like to see what other tanks are close to this. Since I havent seen any others --I nominate this as the champ so far
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02/12/2006, 09:13 AM | #177 | |
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In the article, he states: "There is also a fluidized bed filter with coral sand which is 2 m high and 30 cm across. In my experience such a filter makes the water even clearer." What are the thoughts behind using a fluidized bed of coral sand and how does it make the water even clearer? In the USA, we use fluidized filters as biological filters/ nitrifying filters with an end result of nitrate. Thanks, Joe |
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02/12/2006, 12:02 PM | #178 |
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Joe,
Its working like a sand filter. The coral sand holds very small particles which are free in the water. The watercurrency goes slow through it. Ive seen two tanks here with a sand filter and indeed the water goes clearer for sight. Ron.
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02/12/2006, 12:06 PM | #179 |
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The nicest personal tank I have ever seen PERIOD !
I have to just laugh to think that that sytem cost more than my whole house! Perfefct way to spend a couple hundred grand.
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02/12/2006, 01:12 PM | #180 | |
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I'm assuming then that once in awhile you can increase the flow through the filter to fluidize it to flush out the particulate matter? Thanks, Joe |
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02/12/2006, 02:31 PM | #181 |
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Joe,
You´re right. I have a picture of it. No tumbling at all and 1/3 filth. Ron.
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02/12/2006, 11:23 PM | #182 |
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That's a dream tank for sure!
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02/13/2006, 12:28 AM | #183 |
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Quite Amazing. Quite unique. Thank you for showing us!
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02/13/2006, 08:33 AM | #184 |
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I always told the US friends : Europe rulez
@Tannu & Pieter, maybe we should make a German / Netherlands meeting one day
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02/13/2006, 01:48 PM | #185 |
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WOW !!! AMAZING !!!! Congrats that is a super tank. Lots of hard work has certainly paid off for you.
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02/13/2006, 04:09 PM | #186 |
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Congratulations. Your tank looks awesome.
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02/13/2006, 05:12 PM | #187 |
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Amazing. Simply amazing! You've taken the hobby to a new level.
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02/13/2006, 07:38 PM | #188 |
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Aweeeessssooomme tank, the sheer size of it is amazing!!! I also agree my favorite of the Tank of the Months (no offense to other winners )
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02/14/2006, 10:01 AM | #189 |
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Un****ing believable! Is this a private tank? In a commercial showroom? Public office? How many gallons is it? How much did the tank itself cost? How much has been invested so far? Totally awesome.
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02/14/2006, 11:25 AM | #190 |
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how did you construct the sump?
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What can one say........Absolutly breathtaking.
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02/14/2006, 11:51 PM | #192 | |
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how many horse in there?
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02/15/2006, 11:05 AM | #193 |
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Does anyone know how he constructed the sump?
It looks like its wood with an water application applied to it but i could be wrong Anybody know?
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One of the greatest tanks I've ever seen!
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02/15/2006, 04:13 PM | #196 |
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Ok thanks... I saw the same thing but i didn't know if that was the same material as the rubbermaid stock tanks
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02/15/2006, 07:21 PM | #197 |
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really cool tank
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02/15/2006, 11:58 PM | #198 |
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Amazing reef display! one of best aquariums I have seen in 25 years in the hobby. Only aquarium I have seen, lately, that really represents a true living reef in captivity. Beautiful rock layout. Natural placement of corals. Breath-taking sps, photographed as they really are. Love the Assessor Flav and Helfrichi. It's so refreshing to see an honest, no photoshop, no-nonsense, dropdead gorgeous reef!!
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WOAH... now WHO wants to win the lottery?!!?
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The idea behind this filter is that biological filtration takes place in there. Don't ask me why, but the owner thinks that this is beneficial to the system. He also claims to see that the water became clearer since this filter was installed. Quote:
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