Newbie

[Fish Fan]

Found this too.... both in 1 if that'd ok??? Like I said I'm new lol

This looks like a decent contraption to me, with the included Tunze skimmer and space for a lighted 'fuge. Do you have a link to this?

 

[tharbin]

Found this too.... both in 1 if that'd ok??? Like I said I'm new lol

This looks really nice but the skimmer may be a little small for your tank. The 9004 is rated for up to 65 gallons with a moderate bio-load. Not sure what size your tank is.

 

[gilbydan]

And what do you put in it??

 

[gilbydan]

My tank is 38 gallons

 

[gilbydan]

I found it on ebay

 

[tharbin]

My tank is 38 gallons

Then it would be great. I use a 9004 on a 100 gallon because I like to under-skim a little. Very good, high quality, and easy to maintain skimmer.

 

[tharbin]

And what do you put in it??

Some type of macro algae in the refugium section, usually Chaetomorpha. You can also put some reef mud or rock rubble in it if you want.

 

[RichReef]

Welcome!

 

[gilbydan]

This is what the set comes with so do you think this would b ok???

 

[tharbin]

This is what the set comes with so do you think this would b ok???

That looks very good to me. All quality equipment. I would not personally using Caulerpa though as they recommended. I think Chaetomorpha is easier to work with and less, possibly, invasive.

 

[gilbydan]

Thank you so much for your help everyone... I will do this right

 

[gilbydan]

Does anyone one kno what to put into a hob fefugium other than the algae??

 

[gilbydan]

A little update it's coming on lovely I think my levels are good and it looks good I think

 

[Buckster]

Hello Dan and Welcome to R2R!

 

[tharbin]

Does anyone one kno what to put into a hob fefugium other than the algae??

It's up to you but adding a little coral rubble is common. It increases you bio-filter a little and gives pods a place to hang out.

 

[gilbydan]

It's up to you but adding a little coral rubble is common. It increases you bio-filter a little and gives pods to hang out

Is coral rubble the same as live rock??

 

[tharbin]

Is coral rubble the same as live rock??

It can be. Rubble is just some small pieces of live or dry rock. When added to the fuge, it increases the amount of rock you have for bacterial population with the added benefit of a place for pods to collect and multiply. Some of the pods will find their way back into the display.

Some people use ocean mud instead or in addition to the rubble. It is really up to you but you may want to start with just the macro algae to keep it simple. As your tank matures you will find opportunities to improve your tank. The fuge is one of those places where you can put things that you want to protect from the main display or to protect the main display from them. It also gives you more flexibility for things like ocean mud or pod havens.

The main thing idea is that the macro algae helps with nutrient export. There are other things that you can do with a fuge down the line. A fuge is not necessary for a tank but is a good low tech alternative to many other export mechanisms.

 

[gilbydan]

It can be. Rubble is just some small pieces of live or dry rock. When added to the fuge, it increases the amount of rock you have for bacterial population with the added benefit of a place for pods to collect and multiply. Some of the pods will find their way back into the display.

Some people use ocean mud instead or in addition to the rubble. It is really up to you but you may want to start with just the macro algae to keep it simple. As your tank matures you will find opportunities to improve your tank. The fuge is one of those places where you can put things that you want to protect from the main display or to protect the main display from them. It also gives you more flexibility for things like ocean mud or pod havens.

The main thing idea is that the macro algae helps with nutrient export. There are other things that you can do with a fuge down the line. A fuge is not necessary for a tank but is a good low tech alternative to many other export mechanisms.

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

 

[sharkb8_muhaha]

Hi I'm dan from the UK

Just purchased a new tank and I would like to do a marine setup so hopefully will be getting back to you with a few photos and asking advice
Thank you

Hi and welcome to the hobby! How big is your tank?

 

[gilbydan]

170 litres which I believe is about 40 gal