Anyone using Dr. Sochting's Oxydator

[DangerDave]

Mine is in the sump, in the same section as the return pump.

Also, my W model came with three catalyst.

Dave

 

[atoll]

Mine is in the sump, in the same section as the return pump.

Also, my W model came with three catalyst.

Dave

From the supplier at Aquaristik shop. "Catalysts have a life cycle of many years and are only replaced if their function decreases significantly."

 

[atoll]

From the supplier at Aquaristik shop. "Catalysts have a life cycle of many years and are only replaced if their function decreases significantly."

Plus they should come with 2 catalysts unless they have added another.

 

[atoll]

I have mine in the sump

Sincerely Lasse

How long have you been using Oxydators in marine reef systems Lasse?

 

[atoll]

You can buy the Oxydator model D in the US here but they don't appear to have the larger A or W in stock at the moment.
http://www.theshrimptank.com/search.php?search_query=oxydator&Search+for+product=

 

[Wrasse-cal]

A correctly sized Oxydator with the right combination of catalysts and % of peroxide will clear away yellow/green tinge to the water no problem.

I’ve been using an Oxydator for a few months now, but I’ll be honest, I’m not sure how to decide what the right percent peroxide and number of catalysts I should use is.

Got any pointers?

 

[Lasse]

Now and then the last 10 years but as a part of the system only for 2.5 years. In the 80:ies I use DIY oxydaytors for many years in fresh water. I use platina as catalyst - not Ag.

Sincerely Lasse

 

[atoll]

I’ve been using an Oxydator for a few months now, but I’ll be honest, I’m not sure how to decide what the right percent peroxide and number of catalysts I should use is.

Got any pointers?

What Oxydator, what % peroxide, how many catlaysts are you using and how many gallons is you system?

 

[drtrash]

Been running 9% with A, for 3 yrs

 

[atoll]

Been running 9% with A, for 3 yrs

Sorry I need the rest of your spec as above also how heavily stocked and with what?

 

[Wrasse-cal]

What Oxydator, what % peroxide, how many catlaysts are you using and how many gallons is you system?

Tank is about 75 gallons

I have the “A”

2 catalysts

6% peroxide

2 Anthias, 5 chromis, 2 clowns, 1 blenny.

 

[atoll]

Tank is about 75 gallons

I have the “A”

2 catalysts

6% peroxide

2 Anthias, 5 chromis, 2 clowns, 1 blenny.

You could increase your peroxide to 9% but as always observe the tank closely for at least 30 mins after upping it. I assume given you don't mention it that you have no inverts?

 

[Wrasse-cal]

You could increase your peroxide to 9% but as always observe the tank closely for at least 30 mins after upping it. I assume given you don't mention it that you have no inverts?

Sorry, yes. I do.

I have several clams, a BTA and snails.

 

[atoll]

Sorry, yes. I do.

I have several clams, a BTA and snails.

This is my problem when asked about Oxydators I struggle to get all the information required to answer the question in a meaningful way. I need to know a lot about stocking rates gallonage type of animals kept and how heavily people feed as they all play an important part when it comes to getting the best out of your Oxydator.

 

[mitch91175]

Hey @atoll. I am embarking on seeing what an oxydator will help me with in my system. I have a W model on the way. Here are my specifics about my tank:

240 G Mixed Reef (SPS/LPS/Softies/Trochus Snails/Cleaner Shrimp)
Skimmer, CO2 Scrubber, CaRx, dosing vinegar


Stock List:
Powder Blue Tang
Sailfin Tang
Yellow Tang
Hippo Tang
Achilles Tang
Naso Tang
Sailfin Wrasse
Lineatus Wrasse
Red Margin Wrasse
Cleaner Wrasse
Mandarin
Midas Blenny

NOTE: I have 5 squamipinnis anthias that I'll be adding in a few weeks after conditioned. Also thinking about adding a small purple tang.

I feed at least 3 times a day. I feed LRS, pellets, and flakes. I do tend to feed a little heavy most of the time (unless I notice nutrients increase then I slow down a bit).

Wanting to see if you can give me some insight on how to maximize the Oxydator in my setup. I think that I will put it in my sump when setting it up.

 

[atoll]

Hey @atoll. I am embarking on seeing what an oxydator will help me with in my system. I have a W model on the way. Here are my specifics about my tank:

240 G Mixed Reef (SPS/LPS/Softies/Trochus Snails/Cleaner Shrimp)
Skimmer, CO2 Scrubber, CaRx, dosing vinegar


Stock List:
Powder Blue Tang
Sailfin Tang
Yellow Tang
Hippo Tang
Achilles Tang
Sailfin Wrasse
Lineatus Wrasse
Red Margin Wrasse
Cleaner Wrasse
Mandarin

I feed at least 3 times a day. I feed LRS, pellets, and flakes. I do tend to feed a little heavy most of the time (unless I notice nutrients increase then I slow down a bit).

Wanting to see if you can give me some insight on how to maximize the Oxydator in my setup. I think that I will put it in my sump when setting it up.

WOW! You have some great fush there. My friend has a not too dissimilar set up to you using the W model. He is using 12% and 3 catalysts. However I would start with 9% and 2 or 3 catalysts. If all well move up to 12%.

 

[mitch91175]

WOW! You have some great fush there. My friend has a not too dissimilar set up to you using the W model. He is using 12% and 3 catalysts. However I would start with 9% and 2 or 3 catalysts. If all well move up to 12%.

Thanks for the quick response and compliment!!! I might try to find some 35% and dilute down. I was running an ozone generator, but had to switch to a Reef Octopus from my Vertex (which has an intake for ozone).

 

[mitch91175]

WOW! You have some great fush there. My friend has a not too dissimilar set up to you using the W model. He is using 12% and 3 catalysts. However I would start with 9% and 2 or 3 catalysts. If all well move up to 12%.

I forgot about my Midas Blenny and Naso Tang. Love that little guy.

 

[atoll]

I forgot about my Midas Blenny and Naso Tang. Love that little guy.

Midas blennies rock in fact I much prefer most of the smaller species of fish over most of the larger ones.

 

[atoll]

Thanks for the quick response and compliment!!! I might try to find some 35% and dilute down. I was running an ozone generator, but had to switch to a Reef Octopus from my Vertex (which has an intake for ozone).

In the UK you have to be VAT registered to buy 35% otherwise 12% is the strongest we can buy legally anyway. Always best to buy high strength peroxide and dilute it to your required strength with RO and post DI if you have it.