Like always, I tend to start a build thread after majority of the labor is complete. Originally, I had no intentions of building a thread, however after seeing some of the progress, I can't help but document the build. It's turning out much nicer than I had intended it to be. I always enjoy input from the community, because frankly I still have much to learn. I do believe many can learn from my mistakes as well. There are many things I wish I had known prior to starting. I will try and document my failures as I go along. I still have many weeks to go, however I thought I would begin the build progress while the tank is being made. The thread will start slow, but should pick up rather quickly.
The setup:
Miracles Aquariums 54''x33''x25'' (192 gallon) - External overflow
Miracles sump 36''x18''x19'' (50 gallon short)
Stand - DIY copycat of Planet Aquariums
Lighting
- Main - 2x 400w Cozumel Sun large mogul reflectors - IceCap selectable ballast - 14k Hamilton bulbs
- Supplemental - 2x OR3 Blue Plus bars and 2x dimmable retrofit T5HO bulbs
External return - Panworld 100PX-X
Skimmer - Lifereef 24'' in sump w/ Fluval SP4 pump
Powerheads - 2x Vortech MP40QD
Controller - Apex EL, VDM, I/O Breakout box
Water storage - 2x 40 gallon Norwesco storage tanks for Kalk and RO water
AWC - Gamma2 Vittles Vault 80lbs Container (undecided on pump - likely Spectrapure)
ATO - Tunze 3155 Osmolator with a G7 Litermeter pump
Live rock - 20lbs KP Aquatics / remaining Reef saver rock
More to come!
The setup:
Miracles Aquariums 54''x33''x25'' (192 gallon) - External overflow
Miracles sump 36''x18''x19'' (50 gallon short)
Stand - DIY copycat of Planet Aquariums
Lighting
- Main - 2x 400w Cozumel Sun large mogul reflectors - IceCap selectable ballast - 14k Hamilton bulbs
- Supplemental - 2x OR3 Blue Plus bars and 2x dimmable retrofit T5HO bulbs
External return - Panworld 100PX-X
Skimmer - Lifereef 24'' in sump w/ Fluval SP4 pump
Powerheads - 2x Vortech MP40QD
Controller - Apex EL, VDM, I/O Breakout box
Water storage - 2x 40 gallon Norwesco storage tanks for Kalk and RO water
AWC - Gamma2 Vittles Vault 80lbs Container (undecided on pump - likely Spectrapure)
ATO - Tunze 3155 Osmolator with a G7 Litermeter pump
Live rock - 20lbs KP Aquatics / remaining Reef saver rock
More to come!