Would you use for ATO?

[West1]

I'm looking for an ATO for my 45gl. I cant see myself spending 100.00 for a luxurious acrylic name brand when I will never see it unless in my stand.

I have been looking for slim water jugs/containers and found these 2 that fit my needs. I think I will cut the top so the nozzle side opens like a mouth. Drop in pump and close top to prevent unwanted dust.

Would you use these? If no, why?

Tyvm

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00COE8H3...b203-d596e7d938ff&ie=UTF8&qid=1513268604&sr=2

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200577244_200577244?cm_mmc=Google-pla&utm_source=Google_PLA&utm_medium=Sporting Goods + Toys > Camping + Hiking Equipment&utm_campaign=Scepter&utm_content=20335&gclid=Cj0KCQiA38jRBRCQARIsACEqIetYYRXJ8x82WDiWcX1T9CW-vbmTBpqOGr58bN6_SggO6Pe23WUq364aAqUXEALw_wcB

 

[Greybeard]

Either would work fine. I'd probably go with the blue one... the other one just says 'camping' a bit too strong for me.

 

[Radman73]

Either would work fine. I'd probably go with the blue one... the other one just says 'camping' a bit too strong for me.

+1. Either should work fine.

 

[jazzmik]

Personally for me... neither. You can't see how much water is left in the container. I like to take a quick look and see when I need to refill.

You could go with those pet food containers. Something like this (there are others):

https://www.amazon.com/Buddeez-2-Ga...513269861&sr=1-2&keywords=pet+food+containers

 

[XNavyDiver]

Personally for me... neither. You can't see how much water is left in the container. I like to take a quick look and see when I need to refill.

You could go with those pet food containers. Something like this (there are others):

https://www.amazon.com/Buddeez-2-Ga...513269861&sr=1-2&keywords=pet+food+containers

+1

 

[West1]

Personally for me... neither. You can't see how much water is left in the container. I like to take a quick look and see when I need to refill.

You could go with those pet food containers. Something like this (there are others):

https://www.amazon.com/Buddeez-2-Ga...513269861&sr=1-2&keywords=pet+food+containers

Wow, that's a nice one! I will need to measure as this one is fairly wide for the space I have. It is a great starting point, never thought about pet containers.

 

[Crabs McJones]

Either should work fine, I agree with jazzmik though, can't tell when the container is low or empty without lifting it or opening it and physically looking.

 

[West1]

This one is slightly shorter on width. Either the 12" or this 10" is the one I will go with.

Much appreciated guys!

https://www.amazon.com/Large-Plasti...513270193&sr=1-1&keywords=pet+food+containers

 

[Crabs McJones]

This one is slightly shorter on width. Either the 12" or this 10" is the one I will go with.

Much appreciated guys!

https://www.amazon.com/Large-Plasti...513270193&sr=1-1&keywords=pet+food+containers

This one would be perfect, specifies fda food grade safe :) and you can see your water level.

 

[DeepBlueSomething]

+1 as other said. Had the blue one and don’t use now because of the lack of ease to see where things are, especially if dosing Kalk in the ATO

 

[Reef of Fillory]

https://www.petsmart.com/dog/bowls-...oice-pet-food-dispenser-6464.html?cgid=100207

This is what I use

 

[West1]

I thought I had a decent width to work with but 8" is the max I can go. The above recommendations will not work.

This one is super clean and I wish it was .4" shorter!! Figured I would post it in case someon e is looking for a nice 11gl tall container.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007M0HFEK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A3RFV9HS8845OH&psc=1

 

[jazzmik]

I thought I had a decent width to work with but 8" is the max I can go. The above recommendations will not work.

This one is super clean and I wish it was .4" shorter!! Figured I would post it in case someon e is looking for a nice 11gl tall container.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007M0HFEK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A3RFV9HS8845OH&psc=1

I think this one is just under 8"....

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0083RTRTM/ref=psdc_2975262011_t3_B0083RTRSI

 

[West1]

I think this one is just under 8"....

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0083RTRTM/ref=psdc_2975262011_t3_B0083RTRSI

I was just about to edit my post and put that one up as my alternative haha. I have a local kitchen storage store I want to check out before buying this one. They might be a little more pricey but if I can squeeze 10gls with under 8" width, I'll fork it out. If I find something better, I will post a link :)

 

[jazzmik]

@West1 I also use this one which is 6" wide and works well:

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Arrow-H2O-2-5-Gal-Slimline-Beverage-Dispenser-Blue/15915151

 

[West1]

@West1 I also use this one which is 6" wide and works well:

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Arrow-H2O-2-5-Gal-Slimline-Beverage-Dispenser-Blue/15915151

Thanks bro. I currently use a 2.5gl painters bucket with a top and the 2.5gl doesn't last that long. I'd like to try and maximize with the space used.

 

[junkycosmos]

use the blue one... you can shine a light through it to see level

 

[junkycosmos]

here is a good example ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IW6JS

I would not recommend using something that is not rated as FOOD SAFE for Human Water storage. Bacteria and such. Other issue is that some of the other plastics on the market (like the pet food container) are going to get brittle over time and then crack ..

 

[junkycosmos]

sorry forgot to mention .. these come in a few sizes .. and the wires can be feed into them via the drain spout

 

[Chuk]

I have a 7.5 gallon one. They work fine. My only issue was installing a float valve to help prevent overflow on refilling. My fat hands had trouble installing the nut on the screw inside my lid. I had to get the wife to help out but other than that no issues for me.