How Do You Mount Your Reactor

[BigRich]

I was wondering how others are mounting their gfo/carbon reactors from BRS? I tried mounting mine with some titanium screws BRS @Bulk Reef Supply recommended but the first time I went to unscrew the cylinder from the bracket one of the screws “popped”. Anybody have any tips/better ways to mount the bracket? I’m mounting it on the back wall of the sump in my Red Sea reefer. I was thinking I may need some longer screws or mollies? What’s everyone using? Thanks, Rich!

 

[Scrubber_steve]

some photos would be very helpful if you have some?

 

[motortrendz]

The screws arent the problem it's the particle board your screwing into. You need to find something more sturdy to screw to. Maybe mount a strip of real plywood inside. Which will spread the force of twisting the canister out over a larger surface area

 

[BigRich]

The screws arent the problem it's the particle board your screwing into. You need to find something more sturdy to screw to. Maybe mount a strip of real plywood inside. Which will spread the force of twisting the canister out over a larger surface area

That’s what I was thinking but I’m still mounting the piece of plywood into MDF so I wonder how strong it will be even with more screws. Guess it’s the best option I’ve heard so far though. I’ve thought about getting a longer screw, going through the wood, and using a nut on the outside but I’m not a fan of drilling straight through the cabinetry.

 

[BigRich]

some photos would be very helpful if you have some?

Here is a phot of the screws and u can see where one popped out the mdf.

 

[Billldg]

I cut a small piece of 4x4 and then mounted it to my stand and then screwed the reactor into it. I needed a few inches for clearance which is why I went with the 4x4.

 

[BigRich]

I cut a small piece of 4x4 and then mounted it to my stand and then screwed the reactor into it. I needed a few inches for clearance which is why I went with the 4x4.

What type of screws did you use? I’m concerned about rust and have read that titanium is the way to go.

 

[Billldg]

What type of screws did you use? I’m concerned about rust and have read that titanium is the way to go.

I used exterior decking screws. They are meant to handle outside weather and they aren't in direct contact with saltwater, so I am not worried about it. I am more worried about rust from the door hinges on my cabinet than the screws.

 

[motortrendz]

That’s what I was thinking but I’m still mounting the piece of plywood into MDF so I wonder how strong it will be even with more screws. Guess it’s the best option I’ve heard so far though. I’ve thought about getting a longer screw, going through the wood, and using a nut on the outside but I’m not a fan of drilling straight through the cabinetry.

Bolt through it with washers