Power outage preparation

[helwrj28]

Hi guys just a couple questions about equipment recommendations to plan for power outage.. mainly just to maintain circulation and heat. Right now I'm running a neptune pump and I don't have the apex controller. Using BRS titanium heater 300 watts. What recommendations do you have for batteries? All I could find seemed to be specific for pumps/heaters/power heads

 

[lapin]

APC makes a good selection of UPS. The heater will suck the life out of batteries pretty quickly. If you need to run it for a long period of time I suggest a small generator to go along with the battery backup
https://www.reef2reef.com/ams/diy-universal-battery-backup-for-your-reef.416/

 

[mann1139]

I just had this debate with some non-reefers. The point at which a generator becomes cheaper than a UPS is about 90 gallons, I believe.

However, you have to be able to get home within a couple hours to turn it on and hook it up.

 

[helwrj28]

Thanks for the input about the UPS, anyone also have experience with the Icecap battery backups? Anyone know compatibility with Hydor Koralia?

 

[Greg P]

Do you have a gas fireplace? Is it near the DT?

I run a relay setup and a thermostat to turn on my fireplace during power outages. Keeps the Livingroom toasty during the winter.
I placed the thermostat beside the tank and set it accordingly

I also have MP10s with a smart charger and BU batteries, and BU 'D' cell air pumps if really needed