Best 3D printed random flow generator STL?

[kcinnick]

So what is the best Random flow generator out there for low pressure DC pumps? I have 3 10000lph pumps I want to split each into 2 outlets, so 6X 3/4 random flow generators. I also have 2 of the biggest maxspect Gyres with a Hydros wave engine, I am not too concerned about getting enough flow, really just want to disperse the flow as much as possible.

 

[blaxsun]

Vivid Creative Aquatics seems quite popular. I have a set for my Red Sea.

 

[kcinnick]

Vivid Creative Aquatics seems quite popular. I have a set for my Red Sea.

I'd prefer to roll my own.

 

[blaxsun]

I'd prefer to roll my own.

"So what is the best Random flow generator out there..."

 

[kcinnick]

"So what is the best Random flow generator out there..."

The title, looking for an STL, I guess this back and forth will keep bumping the thread though so maybe someone will see it, so thanks.

 

[blaxsun]

The title, looking for an STL, I guess this back and forth will keep bumping the thread though so maybe someone will see it, so thanks.

Sorry, my bad - missed the STL part.

 

[John08007]

Why would anyone give this away after they spent all their time designing it?

 

[willieboy240]

Thingiverse

 

[lynn.reef.nerd]

Hit up k.cleven on instagram. I don't know if he has a r2r account.

 

[KStatefan]

Hit up k.cleven on instagram. I don't know if he has a r2r account.

His original model is on thingiverse here
He updated models this year and they are located here

 

[KStatefan]

Why would anyone give this away after they spent all their time designing it?

There are lots of things that people share the designs of after they design them. There is a thread full of them here

 

[kcinnick]

His original model is on thingiverse here
He updated models this year and they are located here

I saw his, just never saw any reviews other than "3D printed sucks", probably from people who never tried them. I was going to print the loc line too, but I think I might just buy the lock line and print the nozzles and pipe fittings I want.

 

[drukkosz]

Not happy with Vivid Creative Aquatics:

Random Flow Generator issues

Anybody else have issues with them cracking? I have few of them and two failed just under a year.

www.reef2reef.com

 

[Cory]

I tried the 3d printed stl files from someone locally and they suck compared to the rfg from vca. Maybe the new ones are better.

 

[Cory]

Double post

 

[homer1475]

Not happy with Vivid Creative Aquatics:

Random Flow Generator issues

Anybody else have issues with them cracking? I have few of them and two failed just under a year.

www.reef2reef.com

According to that thread, VCA replaced them and you were happy with the resolution?

Love my RFG from VCA, I've been using them for 5 years with periodic removal for cleaning. Never have had one crack or break from removal or replacement.

 

[drukkosz]

According to that thread, VCA replaced them and you were happy with the resolution?

Love my RFG from VCA, I've been using them for 5 years with periodic removal for cleaning. Never have had one crack or break from removal or replacement.

Yes, they took care the issue. Apparently they had a bad batch of plastic at the time I purchased mines.

 

[kris2001]

I tried the 3d printed stl files from someone locally and they suck compared to the rfg from vca. Maybe the new ones are better.

Exactly my experience... Can someone confirm that new ones are better... And point us to the files? Thx

 

[Crazygar]

I have inquired about the new design (if any) and will be printing the latest and greatest once I either get their newer files or give the 2021 models a run through.

I will keep everyone posted.

Gary

 

[SiggyE]

I have inquired about the new design (if any) and will be printing the latest and greatest once I either get their newer files or give the 2021 models a run through.

I will keep everyone posted.

Gary

any uppdates? been lookin all over and can`t find any split moddels out there