James’s 29g Nano Build

[Soren]

Wait, so does it test for ALL parameters!?

It tests for most of the major parameters, but not every test possible, and, as @dvgyfresh mentioned, each is a separate test with a separate reagent like the current testers.

Parameters tested are Alkalinity, Calcium, Phosphate, High-range Nitrate, Low-range Nitrate, Nitrite, and... I forget the last one.

 

[shadow_k]

It tests for most of the major parameters, but not every test possible, and, as @dvgyfresh mentioned, each is a separate test with a separate reagent like the current testers.

Parameters tested are Alkalinity, Calcium, Phosphate, High-range Nitrate, Low-range Nitrate, Nitrite, and... I forget the last one.

I like it for the logging feature alone keeps tracks of things nicely

 

[MaxTremors]

Hopefully you can make use of the light So far I am loving mine.

Mine came in the mail today, and so far I am LOVING it. I haven’t delved too deep into customizing the spectrum, but the LPS preset is gorgeous, it looks so much better than my AI Prime (which also looks great), I don’t know if I’m going to change the spectrum too much. I think using the SPS/LPS setting might be too much for my tank (the LPS setting is already quite a bit more than the AI Prime running at around 65% total power - 34watts). I’m hoping I can avoid having to dial it down because I really like the way it looks as is. I will say that I hate the controller, it’s not very user friendly or intuitive, but it works. Overall I’m really liking it so far!

 

[Soren]

I like it for the logging feature alone keeps tracks of things nicely

That sounds extremely useful, though I might still prefer a hand-written log for the fun of it!

 

[James_O]

That’s so cool! The tracking thing is also awesome.

 

[Soren]

It tests for most of the major parameters, but not every test possible, and, as @dvgyfresh mentioned, each is a separate test with a separate reagent like the current testers.

Parameters tested are Alkalinity, Calcium, Phosphate, High-range Nitrate, Low-range Nitrate, Nitrite, and... I forget the last one.

@James_O P.S. Watch the video!
...or maybe you already have just now.

 

[Goaway]

Mine came in the mail today, and so far I am LOVING it. I haven’t delved too deep into customizing the spectrum, but the LPS preset is gorgeous, it looks so much better than my AI Prime (which also looks great), I don’t know if I’m going to change the spectrum too much. I think using the SPS/LPS setting might be too much for my tank (the LPS setting is already quite a bit more than the AI Prime running at around 65% total power - 34watts). I’m hoping I can avoid having to dial it down because I really like the way it looks as is. I will say that I hate the controller, it’s not very user friendly or intuitive, but it works. Overall I’m really liking it so far!

I don't mind the controller for the price tag on the setup. Now if it were around 400.... I would want more out of it. I understand programming is expensive. You look at these high end lights with wifi, those are a cost increase. Don't get me wrong, a lot of people are going to fight with it trying to figure it out. We have james here trying to turn the controller on and pair it to the light. Things don't fully make sense.

The power out put.... If these hold up for a year. That alone would make them well worth every penny! My aquarium is 60"L x 18"w x 24" h. Three lights over those dimensions I already get insane numbers for sps settings. I'll do monthly par readings to compare.

 

[James_O]

@James_O P.S. Watch the video!
...or maybe you already have just now.

Just did!

 

[Calebd91]

Whew after a few days of reeding on an off I finally read thru the whole thing! As a newbie reefer that I am, it’s great seeing the transitions of your tank an will be following along for more!

 

[James_O]

Whew after a few days of reeding on an off I finally read thru the whole thing! As a newbie reefer that I am, it’s great seeing the transitions of your tank an will be following along for more!

Thank you kindly! It’s been a journey.

 

[James_O]

Tomorrow, not gonna make any promises, I might be able to clean the tank tomorrow. All I have is school in the morning/little bit of the afternoon, and then a 5K race in Frankfort around 7.

 

[James_O]

Goodnight ya’ll! Sweet dreams.

 

[fishface NJ]

Good luck on your 5K

 

[James_O]

Didn’t realize the digi actually started to encrust!!

(should be able to do a hood clean this afternoon )

 

[Goaway]

I am not trying to grill you here James. Take a tooth pick, q-tip dip in peroxide and work it on that GHA. The digi cannot fight it off. It will prevent the digi from encrusting as well.

 

[James_O]

I am not trying to grill you here James. Take a tooth pick, q-tip dip in peroxide and work it on that GHA. The digi cannot fight it off. It will prevent the digi from encrusting as well.

What happens if I accidentally get it on the skeleton?

 

[Goaway]

What happens if I accidentally get it on the skeleton?

Same as usual. 4-1 ratio. Skeleton will be fine. GHA does not like peroxide.

 

[elorablue]

I am not trying to grill you here James. Take a tooth pick, q-tip dip in peroxide and work it on that GHA. The digi cannot fight it off. It will prevent the digi from encrusting as well.

+1. It really is simple and effective

 

[elorablue]

What happens if I accidentally get it on the skeleton?

Corals are delicate little princesses yes, but they’re tougher than you think. The digi can handle it and will thank you for it in the long run.

 

[James_O]

Corals are delicate little princesses yes, but they’re tougher than you think. The digi can handle it and will thank you for it in the long run.

Gotcha. I’ll do that as soon as I get the chance.