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Just wondering if there’s anybody out there with some specifics on the PVC aquascape type set up TSA holds their acro grow outs in. I really wanna try something like this for a new SPS system I’m currently putting together. @TSA Corals @TopShelfAquatics

Hi all, After my 32g tank went through a 2000km house move (from Germany to Spain) in a car's trunk with 100F outside and 1 year of minimal maintanance I decided to give it some love and make a brand new setup, and of course, write a Build thread about it! Some background: I initially downsized...

Does anyone know the steps in creating a custom automatic fleece roller? It seems no one took an interest in making an automatic fleece roller for the completely rare rectangular filter sock opening. If anyone can lead me to the right direction or if anyone knows of a company that makes one for...

I have a new setup running reef pi 6.0 on a pi 3b+ The Heater Threshold field runs my macro which sends an email alert. I get the message when the probe measures higher than the value. And opposite, the chiller threshold is activating when the probe measures a low temperature. The GUI won't let...

Hey guys! Tried to drill a 4ft 60g and would like some input weather I should get a new tank or run with it….the hole is 1.5in

I just installed a new setup and I was able to get the dashboard to bootup, but I'm not able to select any pins or drivers for any hardware. I assume this is related to an error I see in the service log which says: driver-subsystem: Failed load raspberry pi driver. Error: can't build hal pin 20...

So it has not been a good couple of days, the tutorials I followed haven't worked, wasted a lot of time, effort and money, stressed the hell out of my poor fish and coral and rather than being back at square one I seem to be two steps back from where I started. Really considering throwing in the...

Greetings! I have been slightly out of the community and hobby for a while... but back when LED's really got popular the DIY Fixture was a hot topic. I still have all of the parts and pieces that I started building my 2 fixtures with and I plan on still finishing. Thinking about it got me to...

I’m wondering if anyone has somewhere to get a custom lid for the fluval evo 13.5g, or if anyone who 3D prints or DIYs would be willing to make me one. I need a mesh lid but with the frame not covering the rear 3.5" My in-tank skimmer required me to saw off a 3.5" by 3.5" hole in the rear corner...

I was just wondering if anyone has cultured their phyto under 24/7 light. I’ve seen the average light cycles people use is 12-12 or 16 on - 8 off. It’s not essential to turn off lights for some terrestrial plants although it can be beneficial for the substrate biomes I’ve read. But that’s...

Thinking about scraping the premade stand I have and just starting a new one to properly fit the sump I got. Try to think how much frequently used items and equipment I should plan for? Things you wish you did like power strips on the outside etc? I know we all make do and learn as we go, but...

Hi reefers, I wonder if anyone can give some advice for source of Potassium Chloride for DIY additive. I recently ordered this powder from amazon (also posted screenshot in case people don't want to click on links), and it shows that it has no other ingredient other than potassium chloride, and...

Hey guys any one know how to make or who sells a mesh top that can compensate for two light clamps I’ve made a diy top from Home Depot but it looks very janky it works don’t get me wrong but aesthetically looks horrible also anyone used regular window screen roll instead of the ones brs and Red...

I have a clarisea sk 5000 that gave the motor shorting error code. I followed the instructions on the website stating that most issues have to do with a wire disconnecting, but that wasn't the case for me. Looking around online, replacement motors would cost close to $200 to ship to the US. I...

Source Code and regular build https://github.com/telenkov88/reefrhythm-smartdoser Overview This project aims to provide a highly precise and stable DIY solution for dosing pumps with a user-friendly interface and extensive IoT integration capabilities. It's designed to automate and simplify...

Hi Everyone, I would like to do a tank stand with a bar top. We are wondering if this stand looks good or if I need to adjust the frame of the structure. Any input would be great. I would do the testing in my software, but I unfortunately don't have that. The top represents the tank and the...

I currently have a sump area I would like to hide. I’m good at diy. I have the means to cut wood and build something. However I currently am using fabric and Velcro. I want something that looks nice and maybe even gives the ability to screw things on to the back as I’d like to have a control...

Hi everyone, I found this kind of aquascape I want to do in my new build. I found one place that does this kind of rockwork but I’m looking at over 2500 for it because of the crazy shipping costs from the origin company in Asia (I am in Canada), otherwise I would buy it right away. Anyone...

WTB metal halide pendant. My AquaMedic pendant just died and I'm looking to replace it. Will consider ANY metal halide pendant or fixture, with or without ballast. Would love to find another AquaMedic pendant or other small, double ended, metal halide pendant--but will consider any metal...

Hello everyone, I'm Alex, and after 8 years of being involved in the hobby, I'm about to start my largest tank yet. This thread will serve as a diary to document the entire build process and the tank's development. Since I reside in Germany, I'll be doing the same in a German forum and likely...

Looking for somebody who has installed some led lights, strips or otherwise, with a switch that’s controlled by the door opening and closing. I can easily find a kit on Amazon labeled for gun safes… does exactly what I’m looking for…. But I want a colored LED, not white. Which apparently is...

Hey all! For sale is a glass sump in good condition. I got this sump when I purchased another reefer's whole setup, and I just don't need it. I looks homemade, I didn't build it, and I've never run it, but it does hold water, and looks like it would be a great sump for a small to medium-large...

Hello! I am finally back in the hobby! What started with leak testing a 10 gallon aquarium in the backyard which led to the wife approving a freshwater planted tank(went out and got a 20 gallon:beaming-face-with-smiling-eyes:). I have been scouring Facebook marketplace for about 6 months trying...

Hello, I am debating on building a tank out of acrylic and I’m wondering if i use 1/4” thick acrylic, what would be the max size tank I could build that would be safe? I could go bigger, i was looking at 1/2”, but it’s pretty pricey at that thickness. Also do you have any recommendations on...

Reason to do this. Hate having to pull out my torches glued on rock every time I want to inspect the health of my torches. Also waste glue by reglue back on rocks. Sometimes i would damage the coral by taking it out. With this I can take out and inspect with ease. Also able to take pictures and...