NEW redesigned Ice Cap Algae Scrubber PRO questions

[vetteguy53081]

Anyone got any strong opinions either way?

See pic - It has Really kept nitrate in control for me

 

[exnisstech]

I didn’t know what a ‘cryptic zone’ was so had to google. :) where did you buy your Surf 4 from?

I got it on sale at premium aquatics.

The new one little light spill compared to previous Ice Cap I had

If only they made it black. Pics I saw it was glowing and I need as little light as possible. That was the only reason I passed.

 

[vetteguy53081]

I got it on sale at premium aquatics.

If only they made it black. Pics I saw it was glowing and I need as little light as possible. That was the only reason I passed.

Mine gives off a soft lighting and if it were a problem, I had considered either black acrylic on the outside or a partial black housing 3-D printed to serve as a slide over hood

 

[CanayYella]

BRS don’t have the large one. So think I will
Need to go with the medium which is right on the cusp of my new aquarium volume.

 

[CanayYella]

I absolutely love mine and in fact just cleaned it an hour ago. This is after three weeks from last cleaning. I have the large one.

Have you got the large ‘pro’ or the plumbed version? I’m assuming pro?

 

[vetteguy53081]

Have you got the large ‘pro’ or the plumbed version? I’m assuming pro?

I have the pro and check website as are also the manufacturer: Coralvue.com

 

[exnisstech]

Mine gives off a soft lighting and if it were a problem, I had considered either black acrylic on the outside or a partial black housing 3-D printed to serve as a slide over hood

Ya my lfs offered me a very good cash deal on one and I considered getting one and trying to black it out but decided not to chance it. I'm happy with the surf so far. I had mixed feelings but am actually liking the floating design. It takes up less space in the sump area. I haven't harvested yet but had algae growing in about 2 weeks on a new system.

 

[Devaji]

Ya my lfs offered me a very good cash deal on one and I considered getting one and trying to black it out but decided not to chance it. I'm happy with the surf so far. I had mixed feelings but am actually liking the floating design. It takes up less space in the sump area. I haven't harvested yet but had algae growing in about 2 weeks on a new system.

any updates on your Surf 4?
i am in the same boat. between 3 ATS and the surf is on the list.

how's the noise lever for you? what air pump did you go with?
there are things a like about the surf and some thing I dont.

 

[exnisstech]

Sorry I forgot to quote you @Devaji

It's working well. I can't hear it now that algae is growing unless I stuck my head inside. I went with 2 Danner AP 4 pumps. It's only been a month and a half and I've already harvested some yesterday. This is after pulling some out

 

[Reef Puncher]

sorry to hijack an old thread, but i just purchased this one. below. its the ice cap external small pro, new model. does anyone know what size tubing i have to buy for those 2 outlets? the one i just bought comes with a pump and tube for inlet.

 

[TrottingReef]

Sorry I forgot to quote you @Devaji

It's working well. I can't hear it now that algae is growing unless I stuck my head inside. I went with 2 Danner AP 4 pumps. It's only been a month and a half and I've already harvested some yesterday. This is after pulling some out

I really like the santa monica ones