How to get notified when skimmer reservoir (bucket) is almost full ?

[Idech]

I started using a bucket as a reservoir for my skimmer, because since dosing vodka, it’s needing to be emptied every day.

I need to get some gadget that will notify me before the bucket gets too full and overflows. I want to avoid flooding my floors with skimmer juice.

My bucket is just a regular 5 gallons bucket with a lid.

Any idea that won’t cost too much ? Thanks !

 

[FUNGI]

$30.00 Problem solved. I use this on my skimmer bucket. Shuts down skimmer with audible alarm.

AutoAqua Smart Skimmer Security (CLOSEOUT)

AutoAqua's Smart Skimmer Security prevents protein simmer from overflowing. Magnetically coupled optical sensor mounts up to smooth surfaces 1/2 inch thick.Updated Model

store.coralvue.com

 

[FUNGI]

Caveat....bucket needs to be clear/transparent in teh area that the sensor attached to (magnetic). I use a gallon clear file box with lid from Target...think its was 9.99 on sale

 

[FUNGI]

Much like this:

Plastic Hanging File Crate with Lid - Brightroom™

Read reviews and buy Plastic Hanging File Crate with Lid - Brightroom™ at Target. Choose from contactless Same Day Delivery, Drive Up and more.

www.target.com

 

[Idech]

$30.00 Problem solved. I use this on my skimmer bucket. Shuts down skimmer with audible alarm.

AutoAqua Smart Skimmer Security (CLOSEOUT)

AutoAqua's Smart Skimmer Security prevents protein simmer from overflowing. Magnetically coupled optical sensor mounts up to smooth surfaces 1/2 inch thick.Updated Model

store.coralvue.com

It’s a good option. In Canada, with shipping it will be 130$. I’d like to pay less than that, ideally.

 

[Idech]

Caveat....bucket needs to be clear/transparent in teh area that the sensor attached to (magnetic). I use a gallon clear file box with lid from Target...think its was 9.99 on sale

Oh, my bucket isn’t clear. So more money to spend. A 150$ solution. We’ll see.

 

[FUNGI]

$100.00 in duties and shipping?

 

[Idech]

$100.00 in duties and shipping?

No, the device is 75$ CAD + 40$ shipping + tax.

I think I’m going to buy this water detector. I already have the Yolink ecosystem so it would just be an add-on. Only 31$ with coupon.

https://a.co/d/6nCSZ6W

 

[ca1ore]

Or use the ATO float from autotopoff to trigger an alert. $33 plus the cost off a piezo buzzer.

 

[Idech]

Or use the ATO float from autotopoff to trigger an alert. $33 plus the cost off a piezo buzzer.

Which brand ?

For now I ordered this from Amazon. I already had the hub so it only cost me 38$ CAD. I’ll test it today and if I don’t like it I’ll look at other options.

https://a.co/d/1p1XGve

 

[ca1ore]

autotopoff.com

 

[Jason_MrFrags]

Any chance your running Apex?

 

[Crabs McJones]

It’s a good option. In Canada, with shipping it will be 130$. I’d like to pay less than that, ideally.

are you using a controller of any type?

 

[Idech]

are you using a controller of any type?

None, besides my Inkbird for temperature. My corals aren’t worth the investment. I can barely grow any for now.

 

[Idech]

Any chance your running Apex?

No.

 

[Crabs McJones]

None, besides my Inkbird for temperature. My corals aren’t worth the investment. I can barely grow any for now.

Are you looking for something with just an audible alarm or something that will ping a notification on your phone?

 

[Idech]

Are you looking for something with just an audible alarm or something that will ping a notification on your phone?

What I bought does both. That’s ideal.

 

[dmsc2fs]

AutoTopoff.com

About 1/2 way down is a skimmer controller. You can mount it in the top of the pail.

Skimmer
Controller turns off your skimmer pump when your skimmate cup is full. 3" long stem mounts through 3/8" hole in your skimmate cup lid. Float switch detaches from controller for cup cleaning. It can also be mounted like this using a float switch holder available on our brackets page.

 

[Idech]

I return what I had bought because it wasn’t mean to be hung in a bucket and was causing tons of false alarm and never shutting off.

I got one with a probe, same brand, and it tested perfectly. It also stops sounding an alarm as soon as you lift it from the water, which is what I wanted.

 

[AlaskaReefGuy]

I use the Apex with an optical sensor on the bucket. When the sensor trips, it shuts off the skimmer and throws me a push notification.