Korallin C1502 Setup Help Needed

Rovert · Aug 10, 2022

Just pulled my Korallin reactor from the attic in anticipation of setting it up on my new tank, but need some help getting it all put together again and I think I might be missing some bits and parts. Got a couple questions:

Feed Pump: I seem to recall having a feed pump, but can't recall what I used. Can someone recommend a replacement?
CO2: Can 'paintball' style CO2 canister be used since I have some space constraints? If so, likewise, a recommendation is appreciated
Regulator: I know dual-stage is preferred, does this one seem alright (again, space constraints)? (FZone) or should I go with this one (InkBird)
Gas Supply: Does the source of CO2 matter? IOW does having a canister filled at a beverage supplier vs a paintball store make a difference?

Am I missing anything else? Can you spot anything missing from the connectors or other configuration?

Thanks in advance!

Blue Spot Octopus · Aug 10, 2022

Korallin Sulphur BioDenitrator Arrived Today— Let’s Track What Happens
Hopefully something here will help.

Rovert · Aug 11, 2022

Blue Spot Octopus said:
Korallin Sulphur BioDenitrator Arrived Today— Let’s Track What Happens
Hopefully something here will help.

Thanks for that. Not sure if the config as a denitrator is the same as calcium reactor, but I did manage to dig up the original owners manual.

Still need help with those other questions about paintball canisters, and so on.

SPS2020 · Aug 11, 2022

I used a Tom's Luft pump back when I had mine running.

If you can afford it, I'd suggest getting one of the electronic regulator\bubble counter. One version of CarbonDoser has been discontinued, but I think there is another.

Not sure about the small CO2 tank; you may have an issue with the regulator.

Regarding the quality of CO2, you may want to check with the paintball company to see what they use...might be the same thing.

rah_reef · Dec 28, 2022

Hello,

I have bought a Korallin Sulphur Denitrator. My question is that it says to use an Eheim Universal Pump with it but I am in India and the voltage here is 220-240 unlike in the USA which I think is around 110-120V. The Eheim universal pump needs 110v to run otherwise it will burn at 220-240. To be honest I burnt one a few days back within minutes as I had not researched well. Now I understand that I need to buy a voltage transformer to run it. That in its own is a Separate machine. I wonder if I can use Sicce Syncra 0.5 with the Korallin Sulphur Denitrator. Will it fit with some adjustments. I use Sicce pumps as they are for 220-240 V and also it saves me the hassle of connecting a voltage transformer. Pls give me your suggestions.

Thanks.

Blue Spot Octopus · Dec 29, 2022

rah reef. https://www.aquariumspecialty.com/pub/media/wysiwyg/KL9111K__Manual.pdf
If you can make the Sicce pump give it a try, the reason they prefer the Eheim is that they handle the abuse well and probably because your pump was not made then.

jmichaelh7 · Dec 29, 2022

Rovert said:
Just pulled my Korallin reactor from the attic in anticipation of setting it up on my new tank, but need some help getting it all put together again and I think I might be missing some bits and parts. Got a couple questions:

Feed Pump: I seem to recall having a feed pump, but can't recall what I used. Can someone recommend a replacement?

CO2: Can 'paintball' style CO2 canister be used since I have some space constraints? If so, likewise, a recommendation is appreciated

Regulator: I know dual-stage is preferred, does this one seem alright (again, space constraints)? (FZone) or should I go with this one (InkBird)

Gas Supply: Does the source of CO2 matter? IOW does having a canister filled at a beverage supplier vs a paintball store make a difference?

Am I missing anything else? Can you spot anything missing from the connectors or other configuration?

Thanks in advance!

Sicce pump is easy and durable for a feed pump.

co2 from paintball store is fine!

that inkbird regulator is fine. If you want to spend the money on expensive gadgets then yes carbon doser! Rather as well get a Kamoer Fx stp pump while you’re at it ($) lol YOU DONT need the fancy gadgets to be successful.

I’d say co2 tank minimum should be 5 lb to prevent making trips . Also, when your corals get stability why would you want to interrupt it to make 4 trips a year when it can be two?

Nice setup by the way

Rovert · Dec 29, 2022

Disagree with @jmichaelh7, a friend who works for AirGas advises that the quality standards for paintball are not the same as food grade required for a reef. Is it really worth the risk?

As to the pump, since the only primary function the Eheim performs is to mash the CO2 and circulate in the chamber, I agree with @Blue Spot Octopus and @jmichaelh7 and can't think of a reason that a Sicce can't do the same thing.

jmichaelh7 · Dec 30, 2022

Rovert said:
Disagree with @jmichaelh7, a friend who works for AirGas advises that the quality standards for paintball are not the same as food grade required for a reef. Is it really worth the risk?

As to the pump, since the only primary function the Eheim performs is to mash the CO2 and circulate in the chamber, I agree with @Blue Spot Octopus and @jmichaelh7 and can't think of a reason that a Sicce can't do the same thing.

Thanks for the clarification!