Which calcium reactor would you run on your new system?

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I'm thinking about my new build and working through multiple decisions. One of those was whether to go with a dosing setup or calcium reactor. While I think a doser could work at least to get started, I really lean toward getting a Cal Rx, and I figure it's going to happen at some point. So...if you were setting up a calcium reactor for a large reef system (mine will be 225g), what would you use for that setup?

 

[Sean Clark]

Pacific Sun CalcFeeder Pro v3

 

[PeterC99]

Calcium Reactor is the way to go! The media you use makes a big difference.

Little bit of a learning curve but once you master it, there is literally nothing to it.

VarioS CR200 8" DC Calcium Reactor - Reef Octopus

Perfect for tanks up to 400 Gallons Dimensions - 15.2" L x 10.6" W x 23" H Controllable DC Powered VarioS 4 Pump Reverse Flow and CO2 Recirculation Design Auto Fill Bubble Counter Probe Holder Easy to Remove Lid Effluent Control Valve 1/4" Push Connect Fittings Internal or External Application...

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[Sean Clark]

The media does make a huge difference. Great point.

 

[erzwire]

Aqua vitro dropped a new reactor

 

[Kodski]

If you were aiming for a SPS dominated tank I would go with the Kalk/CARx combo. I don't have any experience with a CARx but I'd probably try the reef octopus one. Never been disappointed in a RO product yet.

 

[jwilliams860]

Im currently running the aquamaxx calRX, no complaints, decent price point and holds a ton of media

 

[zeronum]

Im currently running the aquamaxx calRX, no complaints, decent price point and holds a ton of media

Do you see your ph being lowered

 

[rossco]

I would without a doubt go with another Geo 818.

 

[zeronum]

I would without a doubt go with another Geo 818.

I am thinking geo 612 dual chamber but my budget is aqaumax t-2 lol

 

[mdrobc13]

where do you mount it? In your sump? Like the Reef Octopus Varios models.