Maxpect Gyre owners ???

cracker · Sep 17, 2016

Hey BaldGuy, Where is this? sorry I miss understand, You say"the pump and controller are available now. Then can't get the controller yet.. Please clarify ,Thanks.

Baldguy · Sep 17, 2016

cracker said:
Hey BaldGuy, Where is this? sorry I miss understand, You say"the pump and controller are available now. Then can't get the controller yet.. Please clarify ,Thanks.

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/pumps-plumbing/aquarium-powerhead-pumps/maxspect-gyre.html
http://www.marinedepot.com/Maxspect...um_Powerheads-Maxspect-0M07250-FIPHAD-vi.html
The only way you can get the controller is as a package deal with the pump.

cracker · Sep 17, 2016

Thanks for the links! I assume there is a difference between the XF and the XL models. I have a friend that has the newest XL model for testing /review something. He got it thru a connection of some type. Is the difference in the controller? Like You can control it thru bluetooth or such I think?

Baldguy · Sep 17, 2016

The XL's are very large version of the Gyre meant for commercial/industrial applications.
https://reefbuilders.com/2015/06/02/maxspect-teases-prototypes-massive-gyre-xl-series-pumps/
They will not be available for a while. Your friend must be beta testing them.

cracker · Sep 17, 2016

Ya He's testing it for somebody. I tried working him for info but he didn't want to talk about it too much LOL.
So the xl's are larger beefed up versions. I don't need a really large one. I want to install one then maybe two on a new 180 build. The XF would be plenty. Thanks again for the links !
Also that means I don't have to wait ! Now where's that credit card? I hid it from myself.

cracker · Sep 23, 2016

Ok ! I received a XF 250 with the 2nd gen controller today. I confess to be completely illiterate on controllers. I managed to turn it though ! LOL Thanks Blitzie for the how to clip. it was/is a big help as the book is useless to me.
I also bumped up the volume to 90%. It's hard to see how it's doing as there isn't anything in the tank. I do think I'll need another at the other end. we shall see.

cracker · Sep 23, 2016

I 'm working on where to place the driver and controller. Can I place the driver & controller next to each other?

Baldguy · Sep 25, 2016

By driver I assume you mean power supply. Sure, put them anywhere just don't let them get wet.

cracker · Sep 25, 2016

I just ordered a 2nd 250 and an ATO . I hope I run out of pricey equipment for this 180 build , SOON .

cracker · Sep 29, 2016

I'll get my 2nd Gyre 250 tomorrow. Very interested to see what kind of flow/current I get with 2 pumps . I want to try the random setting.

cracker · Sep 30, 2016

Evening Gents, well I got a xf250 a couple of weeks ago. powered up 100% was not what I expected so I ordered a 2nd. I ordered another 250 last Sunday, I received it today. They sent me a 200 ! Waaaaa ! The shipping list states 250 so no worries. All I gotta do is ship it back and wait. So these 250's are going on a 180. one left me wanting.I'm looking forward to seeing how well 2 do and interact with each other thru the differing modes.

DVR · Sep 30, 2016

I'm pretty sure they only make a 230, 250, 280... It says 200 series on the box though.

Baldguy · Sep 30, 2016

Are you sure you didn't get the 250 pump? When they say 200 that refers to the 200 series which could be the xf 230, xf 250 or xf280. There is no xf200 pump.

edit ... DVR, beat me by a few seconds.

cracker · Sep 30, 2016

OOHH! Interesting. The gyre box stated xf200. I assumed they sent me a smaller model ! didn't think of no 200 models.
Your right ! The box states 200 series. OH man ! I just looked at the serial on the bottom itclearly states Gyre XF-250 . I owe You guys a Beer, Thanks !

cracker · Oct 1, 2016

Ok I got the 2nd gyre running. It surely woke everything up ! Both at 100% no mode yet. I'll mess with that latter . still gave some other stuff to do before I get to play. You guys saved me from an embarrassing conversation with the BRS rep ! LOL

AA79 · Oct 2, 2016

I have a red sea reefer 450 (60" wide about 90gal) - would a 250 be overkill? Am I better off with a 230 for this size tank? I would rather have the larger pump and run it lower % to keep possible noise to a min and less wear and tear on the motor.

Baldguy · Oct 3, 2016

The 250 would not be overkill at all. With gyres it's more about the length than the gallons. You've got to push water 10ft. That's 5ft to one side and 5ft back to the pump. I've got a 4ft 120g tank so I only need to push water 8ft. I run my 250 at about 50%. You might have to run yours higher than that. All the other reasons you mention are certainly valid too. So no, I would not even consider a 230.

AA79 · Oct 3, 2016

Yeah, makes sense Baldguy, thanks.

As far as the second generation of these pumps goes, I know they are just coming out but do you guys think they will be more reliable then the first generation. I have read mixed reviews of the first generation.

Baldguy · Oct 3, 2016

The 2nd generation has all the upgrades that the 1st generation went through. So basically all the bugs have been worked out and you're left with a great product. For me the only question is whether the new advanced controller has been debugged. That's why I'll wait a few months for that.