I just bought new Apex Controller about 4 weeks. I control many things in the tank and sump and I really love it. Now I decided to add float switch to ATB Medium Cone Skimmer Cup... just peace of mind when I'm away from home. I copied an idea from my Atlanta local reefer, Dave (Acroholic).
I had over-floating in a skimmer a few times in the past. I learned the trick that works for me. Put the towel on the top of the skimmer cup to cover all the holes. Once the cup fills, the skimmer will stop producing but would still stay running.
Long term solution: I need to add float switch to Skimmer cup. When the cup is full, Apex shuts off the skimmer and send me text and email.
I put all together and it works great.
APEX Controller
APEX Break Out Box
ATB Skimmer Cup
Digital Aquatics Float Switch
Radio Shack Wire and Quick Connector/Disconnector
3/8" tube
Drill one of skimmer cup hole bigger (3/8")
Insert 3/8" tube through that hole. It's a bit tight that what I want. Adjust float switch level by push down or pull up the tube
[VIDEO=youtube;71PcwVMd8cc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71PcwVMd8cc[/VIDEO]
[VIDEO=youtube;r0x9y8BiW0s]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0x9y8BiW0s[/VIDEO]
I had over-floating in a skimmer a few times in the past. I learned the trick that works for me. Put the towel on the top of the skimmer cup to cover all the holes. Once the cup fills, the skimmer will stop producing but would still stay running.
Long term solution: I need to add float switch to Skimmer cup. When the cup is full, Apex shuts off the skimmer and send me text and email.
I put all together and it works great.
APEX Controller
APEX Break Out Box
ATB Skimmer Cup
Digital Aquatics Float Switch
Radio Shack Wire and Quick Connector/Disconnector
3/8" tube
Drill one of skimmer cup hole bigger (3/8")
Insert 3/8" tube through that hole. It's a bit tight that what I want. Adjust float switch level by push down or pull up the tube
[VIDEO=youtube;71PcwVMd8cc]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71PcwVMd8cc[/VIDEO]
[VIDEO=youtube;r0x9y8BiW0s]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0x9y8BiW0s[/VIDEO]