Possible workshop for an upcoming meeting???

DgenR8 · 02/13/2011, 09:47 AM

Take a look at this thread:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1288082

cullyisgully · 02/13/2011, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DgenR8

Take a look at this thread:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1288082

WOW i wish i had the skill to make that protine skimer......

DgenR8 · 02/13/2011, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cullyisgully

WOW i wish i had the skill to make that protine skimer......

That protein skimmer is a sulfur reactor for the purpose of eliminating nitrate.

DrHarryLopez · 02/13/2011, 04:00 PM

Looks real easy. Lets find who wants one, and we can build it in my workshop.

afernandez · 02/13/2011, 04:15 PM

I want one!!!!!

jarrett shark · 02/13/2011, 04:16 PM

me also, good idea

afernandez · 02/13/2011, 04:16 PM

That would be so cool to make. LoL

cullyisgully · 02/13/2011, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrHarryLopez

Looks real easy. Lets find who wants one, and we can build it in my workshop.

i want one ill help make it too..... so i know how to do it next time......

DrHarryLopez · 02/13/2011, 08:52 PM

Larry, lets see how many people we have, then get a cutlist together, and build it in March.

OzoneParkGuy · 02/13/2011, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by afernandez

I want one!!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by cullyisgully

i want one ill help make it too..... so i know how to do it next time......

Thats two... and maybe Jarrett. But that will defeat the purpose of using the biopellets now wouldn't it. From my understanding, you do need nitrates and P04 for the pellets to work.

I don't know as I do not use Biopellets.

THEDLO · 02/13/2011, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzoneParkGuy

Thats two... and maybe Jarrett. But that will defeat the purpose of using the biopellets now wouldn't it. From my understanding, you do need nitrates and P04 for the pellets to work.

I don't know as I do not use Biopellets.

join the dark side....lol

afernandez · 02/13/2011, 11:34 PM

i 4got im running pellets lol ...i got excited! but ill still help make one lol

DgenR8 · 02/14/2011, 01:01 AM

When I realized that I need $300.00 worth of pellets for my system, I started looking for another option. I bought one of those reactors from someone that is getting out of the hobby, and looked for that thread to figure out how it works. While reading the thread, I thought of you guys

OzoneParkGuy · 02/14/2011, 05:58 AM

I think you may need to downsize Larry. LOL!! I hope you didn't think I was shooting this idea down! Trust me, I believe this idea is a great alternative into helping with some of the issues we face with our DT and Thank You for posting it here so we can take a look.

I know alot of people are using those probiotics and I really don't know if the 2 used in conjunction will render one or the other useless. That's why I ask. I know I heard and read somewhere that in order for the Pellets to work it must have trates aswell. Guess that's why your going to head the workshop along with Harry!! Your in with us too!! For the long haul! LOL! So See ya in March @ Play!!

Anyone else know more info? Please chime in too.

cullyisgully · 02/14/2011, 06:39 AM

I have a protein skimmer and 2 power heads..... it will still work in my tank right????

rkaragozler · 02/14/2011, 08:59 AM

I made the same exact one if you guys want to use as a template

OzoneParkGuy · 02/14/2011, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cullyisgully

I have a protein skimmer and 2 power heads..... it will still work in my tank right????

Yes Cully it should work to reduce nitrates and also to keep it in check if you are having issues.

motortrendz · 02/14/2011, 05:56 PM

hey im in, that looks awesome and easy to build, i have all the taps as well.. (being a technician helps, haha)

lets do it... stupid question.. what is the media used? where do you get it and how long does it last before it needs to be replaced?

DgenR8 · 02/17/2011, 02:05 PM

The taps have to be pipe thread.
The media is sulfur, most get it from Marine Depot, IIRC, and then ca reactor media (course aragonite) used to boost the PH of the effluent.

cullyisgully · 02/17/2011, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OzoneParkGuy

Yes Cully it should work to reduce nitrates and also to keep it in check if you are having issues.

thanks man......

we shoud make some at the meet in March.....

DrHarryLopez · 02/17/2011, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cullyisgully

thanks man......

we shoud make some at the meet in March.....

March is the true swap NY style...

DgenR8 · 02/18/2011, 07:38 AM

There's a place online to buy clear PVC. It's more expensive than regular PVC, but much cheaper than acrylic. Even if the caps and stands remain regular white PVC, the clear PVC for the body would be a good idea. Regular PVC caps and unions and such won't fit on acrylic tube, so I'd say leave the acrylic to the acrylic guys, and use clear PVC

Here's the site: clear PVC

02/13/2011, 09:47 AM	#1
DgenR8 I'm an American and I remember Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 40,135	Possible workshop for an upcoming meeting??? Take a look at this thread: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1288082 __________________ LARRY "Only a Carpathian would come back to life now, and choose New York....... Tasty pick, Bone Head!" ~Dr. Peter Venkman Current Tank Info: 220 gal reef with 200+ gals of sump and refugium.

02/13/2011, 04:00 PM	#4
DrHarryLopez One Happy Reefer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Ozone Park, New York Posts: 2,829	Looks real easy. Lets find who wants one, and we can build it in my workshop. __________________ NY Reef Club, President 210 g reef going strong since 1/2009 Current Tank Info: 220g reef, 55g Frag, 40g refuge, 75g sump, 2 Ati 250 Bubble masters, Wavebox, stream2, MP40's, blueline HD 100 main pump

02/13/2011, 04:15 PM	#5
afernandez frag plug hater! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: new york city! Posts: 1,150	I want one!!!!! __________________ NY Reef Club it is not a hobby trust me its an addiction! Current Tank Info: 60g cube.APEX Controller, Ati 6 bulb(D) PM.MP10ES x2.SRO1000. 120g Apex controller, mp40w Es x2 tunze 6105 x1, Alfa vertex 170, 8 bulb ATI Dimable Sunpower, DC waveline 10000, Tunze Ato.

02/13/2011, 04:16 PM	#6
jarrett shark Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,059	me also, good idea __________________ Vice President of "NY REEF CLUB" OFFICE 300gal SPS reef tank with 400gal sump,150 GAL Frag tank,30gal frag= 890gal total HOUSE 400gal reef tank with 250gal sump = coming soon. 5x3x3 with 1" think acrylic

02/13/2011, 04:16 PM	#7
afernandez frag plug hater! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: new york city! Posts: 1,150	That would be so cool to make. LoL __________________ NY Reef Club it is not a hobby trust me its an addiction! Current Tank Info: 60g cube.APEX Controller, Ati 6 bulb(D) PM.MP10ES x2.SRO1000. 120g Apex controller, mp40w Es x2 tunze 6105 x1, Alfa vertex 170, 8 bulb ATI Dimable Sunpower, DC waveline 10000, Tunze Ato.

02/13/2011, 08:52 PM	#9
DrHarryLopez One Happy Reefer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Ozone Park, New York Posts: 2,829	Larry, lets see how many people we have, then get a cutlist together, and build it in March. __________________ NY Reef Club, President 210 g reef going strong since 1/2009 Current Tank Info: 220g reef, 55g Frag, 40g refuge, 75g sump, 2 Ati 250 Bubble masters, Wavebox, stream2, MP40's, blueline HD 100 main pump

02/13/2011, 11:34 PM	#12
afernandez frag plug hater! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: new york city! Posts: 1,150	i 4got im running pellets lol ...i got excited! but ill still help make one lol __________________ NY Reef Club it is not a hobby trust me its an addiction! Current Tank Info: 60g cube.APEX Controller, Ati 6 bulb(D) PM.MP10ES x2.SRO1000. 120g Apex controller, mp40w Es x2 tunze 6105 x1, Alfa vertex 170, 8 bulb ATI Dimable Sunpower, DC waveline 10000, Tunze Ato.

02/14/2011, 01:01 AM	#13
DgenR8 I'm an American and I remember Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 40,135	When I realized that I need $300.00 worth of pellets for my system, I started looking for another option. I bought one of those reactors from someone that is getting out of the hobby, and looked for that thread to figure out how it works. While reading the thread, I thought of you guys __________________ LARRY "Only a Carpathian would come back to life now, and choose New York....... Tasty pick, Bone Head!" ~Dr. Peter Venkman Current Tank Info: 220 gal reef with 200+ gals of sump and refugium.

02/14/2011, 05:58 AM	#14
OzoneParkGuy Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Ozone Park, NY Posts: 2,005	I think you may need to downsize Larry. LOL!! I hope you didn't think I was shooting this idea down! Trust me, I believe this idea is a great alternative into helping with some of the issues we face with our DT and Thank You for posting it here so we can take a look. I know alot of people are using those probiotics and I really don't know if the 2 used in conjunction will render one or the other useless. That's why I ask. I know I heard and read somewhere that in order for the Pellets to work it must have trates aswell. Guess that's why your going to head the workshop along with Harry!! Your in with us too!! For the long haul! LOL! So See ya in March @ Play!! Anyone else know more info? Please chime in too. __________________ 180 Gallon.... AT HOME!!

02/14/2011, 06:39 AM	#15
cullyisgully NY Reef Club........ Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Right by da beach..... Posts: 537	I have a protein skimmer and 2 power heads..... it will still work in my tank right????

02/14/2011, 08:59 AM	#16
rkaragozler Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Staten Island,NY Posts: 266	I made the same exact one if you guys want to use as a template __________________ A couple of years ago, I had an idea that it would be nice to one day have a reef aquarium. Looking at the last six months of my credit card statements, I should have just left it the way it was. Current Tank Info: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8yfaZBXRMA

02/14/2011, 05:56 PM	#18
motortrendz Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: new jersey Posts: 166	hey im in, that looks awesome and easy to build, i have all the taps as well.. (being a technician helps, haha) lets do it... stupid question.. what is the media used? where do you get it and how long does it last before it needs to be replaced?

02/17/2011, 02:05 PM	#19
DgenR8 I'm an American and I remember Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 40,135	The taps have to be pipe thread. The media is sulfur, most get it from Marine Depot, IIRC, and then ca reactor media (course aragonite) used to boost the PH of the effluent. __________________ LARRY "Only a Carpathian would come back to life now, and choose New York....... Tasty pick, Bone Head!" ~Dr. Peter Venkman Current Tank Info: 220 gal reef with 200+ gals of sump and refugium.

02/18/2011, 07:38 AM	#22
DgenR8 I'm an American and I remember Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 40,135	There's a place online to buy clear PVC. It's more expensive than regular PVC, but much cheaper than acrylic. Even if the caps and stands remain regular white PVC, the clear PVC for the body would be a good idea. Regular PVC caps and unions and such won't fit on acrylic tube, so I'd say leave the acrylic to the acrylic guys, and use clear PVC Here's the site: clear PVC __________________ LARRY "Only a Carpathian would come back to life now, and choose New York....... Tasty pick, Bone Head!" ~Dr. Peter Venkman Current Tank Info: 220 gal reef with 200+ gals of sump and refugium.

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