Thread Updated: 9/11/2019
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Here we go! Third time setting this tank up but starting from scratch this time and making some changes utilizing everything I’ve learned since I got into this hobby. Had moderate success with my first two tanks so this time I’ve tried to simplify things that helped keep my tank in good condition before by making them easier to keep up with or automating them as well as getting some higher quality equipment. It’s a 30 long so it’s easy to get around for maintenance, but more susceptible to parameter swings because of the low water volume, so I figured I’d overkill a bit on some of the key equipment and kept economical for other things. I’ll keep this thread updated as it progresses.
Equipment List:
- 30x18x12 tank, plastic rim removed, braced at the top, with holes drilled into tank and back painted black
- (2) AI Hydra 26 HD lights
- AI Nero 5
- Vortech MP10wqd
- Aqueon ProFlex Model 1 sump
- Bubble Magus C3.5 skimmer
- Hydor Koralia powerhead in sump
- Innovative Marine MiniMax Desktop reactor
- Aquamaxx DIY Chaeto reactor
- AquaStation Silent Swirl return pump with AutoAqua Smart Level Security optical switches for water level monitoring
- Jebco 4 channel doser
- Tunze 3152 ATO
- Synergy ATO reservoir
- Imported WiFi connected power strips from Amazon as a “controller”
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Here we go! Third time setting this tank up but starting from scratch this time and making some changes utilizing everything I’ve learned since I got into this hobby. Had moderate success with my first two tanks so this time I’ve tried to simplify things that helped keep my tank in good condition before by making them easier to keep up with or automating them as well as getting some higher quality equipment. It’s a 30 long so it’s easy to get around for maintenance, but more susceptible to parameter swings because of the low water volume, so I figured I’d overkill a bit on some of the key equipment and kept economical for other things. I’ll keep this thread updated as it progresses.
Equipment List:
- 30x18x12 tank, plastic rim removed, braced at the top, with holes drilled into tank and back painted black
- (2) AI Hydra 26 HD lights
- AI Nero 5
- Vortech MP10wqd
- Aqueon ProFlex Model 1 sump
- Bubble Magus C3.5 skimmer
- Hydor Koralia powerhead in sump
- Innovative Marine MiniMax Desktop reactor
- Aquamaxx DIY Chaeto reactor
- AquaStation Silent Swirl return pump with AutoAqua Smart Level Security optical switches for water level monitoring
- Jebco 4 channel doser
- Tunze 3152 ATO
- Synergy ATO reservoir
- Imported WiFi connected power strips from Amazon as a “controller”
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