Hello all,
So I decided to get into reefing a couple of months ago. I've been doing a lot of research and trying to debate which equipment would be best to start off with. I was originally was going to get a 2'x2' tank, but ended up ordering the 220.6 reef pro from Waterbox last week. I am truly hoping the "go as big as you can" holds true, especially since this is my first tank. The tank should be arriving in about 1 - 2 months so I have time to get the rest of the gear in order. I'm planning for a mix reef with fish. I don't plan on going sps dominate, but will have some. The following are the items I am contemplating on buying:
lights - 2-3 radion gen 5 XR30 or 4-6 radion gen 5 XR15 (not sure which set up would be better and if I will get blue or pro)
skimmer - regal 200int 8" internal protein skimmer
power head - 2 vortech mp40qd
ATO - osmolator universal 3155
Heater - not sure since there are so many negative reviews, but will get 2 with a controller
return pump - vectra m2
filtration - fleece roller (if sump will fit it) with 1 sock
refugium - not sure if chaeto, reactor or algae scrubber would be best option
refugium light (if using chaeto) - AI refugium light or kessil 360 refugium light if its truly worth an extra $200
controller - apex
dosing - unsure if I need one during the early period of the tank
UV sterilizer - still debating if I'm going to use one. Room needed may be an issue
I will also be using live sand, dry rock and bacteria additive to start the cycle. Going to set up an RODI storage system in the house to make the water changes a bit easier. Any advice on the items I am thinking about or anything I'm missing will be greatly appreciated. I'm sure I'll be back here again as the stages progress.
So I decided to get into reefing a couple of months ago. I've been doing a lot of research and trying to debate which equipment would be best to start off with. I was originally was going to get a 2'x2' tank, but ended up ordering the 220.6 reef pro from Waterbox last week. I am truly hoping the "go as big as you can" holds true, especially since this is my first tank. The tank should be arriving in about 1 - 2 months so I have time to get the rest of the gear in order. I'm planning for a mix reef with fish. I don't plan on going sps dominate, but will have some. The following are the items I am contemplating on buying:
lights - 2-3 radion gen 5 XR30 or 4-6 radion gen 5 XR15 (not sure which set up would be better and if I will get blue or pro)
skimmer - regal 200int 8" internal protein skimmer
power head - 2 vortech mp40qd
ATO - osmolator universal 3155
Heater - not sure since there are so many negative reviews, but will get 2 with a controller
return pump - vectra m2
filtration - fleece roller (if sump will fit it) with 1 sock
refugium - not sure if chaeto, reactor or algae scrubber would be best option
refugium light (if using chaeto) - AI refugium light or kessil 360 refugium light if its truly worth an extra $200
controller - apex
dosing - unsure if I need one during the early period of the tank
UV sterilizer - still debating if I'm going to use one. Room needed may be an issue
I will also be using live sand, dry rock and bacteria additive to start the cycle. Going to set up an RODI storage system in the house to make the water changes a bit easier. Any advice on the items I am thinking about or anything I'm missing will be greatly appreciated. I'm sure I'll be back here again as the stages progress.