Show Off and Discuss Your Red Sea Reefer Series

spiraling · Feb 27, 2017

North Borders said:
That's genius! Do you happen to have a link to the board you bought?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032AM0LW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It was easy to cut with a table/skill saw

North Borders · Feb 28, 2017

spiraling said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032AM0LW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It was easy to cut with a table/skill saw

Thank you!

pelphrey · Feb 28, 2017

spiraling said:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0032AM0LW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It was easy to cut with a table/skill saw

You can also buy cutting board to size from either of these sites -
https://www.cuttingboard.com
http://www.cuttingboardcompany.com/

pelphrey · Feb 28, 2017

Picked up some supplies I'll need when I redo my manifold -

AquaMaxx Fluidized GFO and Carbon Filter Media Reactor - XS
http://www.marinedepot.com/AquaMaxx...te_Reactors-AquaMaxx-UJ45114-FIFRISPR-vi.html

AquaMaxx XS Reactor (iPhone 6 for size comparison)-

I actually got two reactors, not sure if I'll run the both of them or not -

Attemping to design my manifold. Doubt I use the 90 on the end, but I will need an output to run my RAIN2 algae turf scrubber. Using a Wye fitting to split the flow-

HolisticBear · Feb 28, 2017

pelphrey said:
With that being said I am not sure I need to run two, the chamber is plenty big enough to run both carbon and gfo on my reefer 250. I don't think it makes much sense to setup an entire reactor to run 1/4 cup of GFO for my setup

I've looked at combining media into a single reactor due to space issues as well. I've read the concerns on different flow rate for media, but AquaForest mentions you can run their Carbon + Phosphate Minus(GFO) + ZeoMix in a single reactor. A BRS video recommended different reactors, but mentioned it was possible to their carbon + GFO in the same reactor.

Another downsize is cost, the GFO will likely expire long before the carbon. However, media costs are less of an issue on small tanks.

Pandy · Feb 28, 2017

Alex Mullen said:
Good to know! Do you run just the basic items or a bunch of the other blue bottles?

Here's a copy of my schedule - I'm looking to add Amino Acids this week on top of what I have below

ZEOvit schedule by Andy, on Flickr

Jackooze · Feb 28, 2017

Pandy said:
Here's how I have my sump with the Deltec ZA-509 automatic reactor hard plumbed into the return line

Excuse the detritus, it was promptly vacuumed on the next water change

Sump 1-1-17 by Andy, on Flickr

What type of vinyl did you use ?

pelphrey · Feb 28, 2017

MrMichael said:
I've looked at combining media into a single reactor due to space issues as well. I've read the concerns on different flow rate for media, but AquaForest mentions you can run their Carbon + Phosphate Minus(GFO) + ZeoMix in a single reactor. A BRS video recommended different reactors, but mentioned it was possible to their carbon + GFO in the same reactor.

Another downsize is cost, the GFO will likely expire long before the carbon. However, media costs are less of an issue on small tanks.

I've ran both media's in the same reactor since I started using reactors years ago. Since I already have two reactors I may plumb it anyway, I'll have to see how I can get them in the stand without compromising a lot of space. For my particular system I use such a small amount of GFO I don't know that I can justify running a reactor for just GFO. I'll have a better idea on this once the rest of my plumbing supplies come in.

Centerline · Feb 28, 2017

alonso24k said:
Just picked up my Red Sea reefer 350!! Very excited, I bought it used. One year old and came with pump and heaters for 1k. Will need to replace the return plumbing because it was plumbed for an algae scrubber, also going to replace the heaters after the cycle. Other than needing a very deep cleaning it's perfect!!

You are going to love that tank!

Pandy · Feb 28, 2017

Jackooze said:
What type of vinyl did you use ?

I just used to some car vinyl off eBay

bonomo53 · Feb 28, 2017

First picture of my 4 day old Reefer 425. It was transferred over from a 93 Gallon Cube.

Mystikal · Feb 28, 2017

Almost done with the cabinet

Rory's Reef · Feb 28, 2017

Thought I would share a couple corals I picked up at Reefstock X. Still working on my photography skills

ibob991 · Mar 1, 2017

So my 350 series has been up and running for almost a week now and I have the dumbest question, but why do the sliding trays for the socks not work? The lip on the socks that came with my tank are too big and stop the sliding tray from coming out. I have to assume that this is an error, wondering if anyone can comment.

fredjr · Mar 1, 2017

ibob991 said:
So my 350 series has been up and running for almost a week now and I have the dumbest question, but why do the sliding trays for the socks not work? The lip on the socks that came with my tank are too big and stop the sliding tray from coming out. I have to assume that this is an error, wondering if anyone can comment.

I also just set up my 350 and I don't have that problem. make sure the socks are are in the rails and not on top of them.

Reigun · Mar 1, 2017

ibob991 said:
So my 350 series has been up and running for almost a week now and I have the dumbest question, but why do the sliding trays for the socks not work? The lip on the socks that came with my tank are too big and stop the sliding tray from coming out. I have to assume that this is an error, wondering if anyone can comment.

Make sure you are using the standard Red Sea filter socks otherwise they won't fit without some modifications. Also make sure you inserted the sock into the right side where there is a groove.