Red Sea MAX NANO G2 XXL

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Oh, I haven’t. Can I ask you where do you let the water level sits in the skimmer before controlling the air with the air valve?
I should probably remove the air valve, but it's running so well i just leave it alone. The valve is fully opened and I started with the water level controller at the highest level and lowered it to make a drier skim. Didn't go down to far, maybe 25%.
 

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Ok thank you! Can I also ask you what is your water level in the back chambers?
I run the Red Sea ATO +, have it running at the highest level without water running over the media chamber. It might be a different with the XXL system, but easy answer is highest allowed by design.


Edit: just did my WC and remove the skimmer air value…haha, been 10 months about time.
 
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Ok, I am waiting an answer from @Vivid Creative Aquatics
Check your DM :)

Your 25gallon AIO looked great. I beet this new build will be stunning.

Just in case anyone else is curious, the 1/2 Random Flow Generator flow kit. is the best option for the Red Sea Nano Max XXL.
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You'll need two of them - one for each side. which will actual flow this tank really well - give that the two outlets are on either side, and a few inches below the water line. its almost like Red Sea designed this tank specifically for the Random Flow Generator - LOL

Definitely following the build.
 
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Updates:

- I installed 2 VCA RFG on my 2 return nozzles and I can say there's no actual need of wave makers. Display looks clean from equipments. It crazy how the flow is randomise :eek:

- I finally got my new light; switched from Radion g6 blue to brand new GNC BlueRay X. This bad boy are super strong, fully waterproof, no cooling fan since they have a cooling system made of 4kg of aluminium and the quality is excellent. If you are looking for the perfect light for aggressive SPS growth, no need to look further. I will publish very soon the par readings.

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- I installed HANNA Marine Monitor (HI981520) a few days ago and hang in the cabinet's door.. After a smooth calibration, readings are steady. I was very lucky because I bought this monitor brand new (package was never open) from someone who doesn't need it for 150€ only.

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Overview from the tank the first day with the GNC X. I still need to finish the aquascape and then place corals when they need to be.

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- I installed 2 VCA RFG on my 2 return nozzles and I can say there's no actual need of wave makers. Display looks clean from equipments. It crazy how the flow is randomise :eek:
That's awesome - thank you for the update. That particular tank is an ideal setup for the RFG.

Is there video of your tank anywhere i can see it? (IG, YouTube, FB)
 
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Update: Took Par measurement to check my new light gnc x

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So happy to see how these high quality diodes penetrate much more to the side of the tank compared to my previous leds.
 

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After one year of enjoying my Bluemarine 120, I had a problem with the silicone of the back chambers and I had to quickly replace my tank. I decided to get the new MAX NANO G2 XXL from Red Sea with it's white stand.

Small disclaimer: I am very aware of the failures of the Red Sea tanks but this new product seems much more resistant, protected, thick and with a really well built stand.

So I got everything delivered to my house, took a day off and had to organize the tank transfer while trying not to cause a new cycle. Cheers to @brandon429 for helping me having a CLOUDLESS transfer.

Starting point: 25 Gal AIO

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The new tank: Red Sea MAX NANO G2 XXL - 53 gallon AIO / 200 liters (90x55x50 back chambers included) (90x43x50 without back chambers) - Glasses 12cm tickness!

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The only change I made, was to swapped the filter sock with the Red Sea NanoMat.

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I used strictly new sand, 9kg of Caribsea special grade, ABSOLUTELY rinsed for hours until the water in the bucket was crystal clear. You can see in fact from the pic above that when I filled the tub, the water was already crystal clear. The sand does not release dirt and when is lifted, it falls back to the bottom in a fraction of a second. @brandon429


I matched temperature and salinity and I was ready for a quick, cloudless, cycless transfer. No losses. Fish, corals, sponges, invertebrates and worms all survived. The corals were already fully inflated that evening.

I used all the rock I had in the other tank + a new piece of ceramic treated days before with citric acid and hydrogen peroxide to ensure no heavy metals, residues and chemical components were left inside.

The tank has been ON for 10 days. no issues, no losses, no cyano/diatoms, algae. I kept the light at half intensity for 1 week and now I'm slowly increasing it.

PRO'S and CON'S of the tank

PROS

- Aesthetically, the tank and the stand are sensational; look like a piece of art in your house.
- You can feel a higher quality of the product compared to previous red sea tanks; same for the stand.
- Stand is big inside.
- Surface skimmer is very long and removes everything from the surface.
- The rear chambers is spacious .
- Double return system.
- Very powerful filtering

CONS
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Skimmer is quite noisy (thinking to replace with a Tunze9004 DC)
- The two return pumps are not adjustable and very powerful. Maybe too much powerfull. A total of 820gph for 53gal liters.
- No lid /jump net included.
- The tank comes with 2x Reef Led 50 but obviously they are not ideal for complex SPS systems.
- The rear chambers are 5 inches thick which takes a lot from the display.

Remarks:
- In a few days I'll get a new GNC Blueray X which will cover the whole tank.
- I am not using my x2 Nero3 since the flow in the display is very strong.
- At the moment only dosing 10ml ALK daily + 1 drops Iodine daily. When the tank will be stable I'll use again AFR.

Current Values vs OLD Values
S: 1.025 : 1.025
T: 25,5 degrees : 26,0
Alk 8.0-8.5 : 8.5
CA: 420: 420
MG: 1400 : 1450
No3: 3.5ppm : 8ppm
Po4: 0.06 : 0.09



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I will update my post very soon and stay tuned !

Thank you for reading!
I love your set up!!
Great job with the reef scape!!
 
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How do you like the random flow generators? How are they installed?

I loved the random flow it creates, however I removed it. I was slowing down critically the overflow. I ended up by pointing the 2 return nozzle right in the center-straight and not towards the surface + x2 nero 3 I had for backup (one top left glass and one right down glass). I find it's quite hard finding the sweet spot flow with this tank.
 
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Thank you so much! I just want the right part to be more higher like a reef and I placed the rock with the anemones and clowns there.

Left part is gonna be for acros in the future.

Yesterday, I added these 6 babies to create more movement.

3 chromis
3 anthias



Clowns are bullying so much the chromis. They are chasing them when lights are on. I hope the aggression is gonna stop soon.
 

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