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    Goondoo's Trial

    in Members Tank & Specs

    Posted

    wow bro.... nice scrubber......

    eniram is a scrubber fanatic!

    Thanks bro! I do have one spare (most of us ordered 2 to get the minimum order previously). Unlikely I would set up another tank in the next one year.

    PM me if anyone is keen but it would not be at a lower price for sure. So low baller buzz off devil.gif..... biggrin.gifbiggrin.gifbiggrin.gif

    not me.

    I am saying that your mushie is normal.

    Haha... its ok... I was just trying to to react a little during this suspense period....

    BTW, bro,

    Were you the one that tried Mr. Clean Magic Eraser?

    Goondoo's Trial

    in Members Tank & Specs

    Posted

    Try touching the brown area or brown spots. If the spot moves most likely its flat worms. You can use fresh water dip to remove them or coral RX.

    But from the looks of it looks ok to me. Maybe someone can reconfirm

    I lost my hairy mushroom pics.... i recall some of the polyps are more brownish... some are more green.......

    but noobie views...... better let the experts comment...

    Arrgghhh.... you guys are scaring the hell outta me! shocked.gif

    Algae Scrubbers

    in General Reefkeeping_

    Posted

    Hi bros,

    recently read a thread in SRC on algae scrubbers.

    I will be getting a new 3ft tank this Friday and I am contemplating whether to get an algae scrubber or not.

    I understand on the super cool benefits (like high copepods, reduced Phosphate & Nitrate levels and not having unwanted algae growth in the main tank! :shock: ) of having one in the sump compartment.

    So far I have not heard any bad reviews or comments of an algae scrubber, which I think its hard to believe. <_< Hmm....

    I would like to hear your good & or bad reviews (if you have one, even better!), bros.

    Can share your experiences if I should get one for my new tank?

    Sincerely to hear from you all. :thanks:

    Some of us ordered the SM100 scrubber look-a-like during the bulk order conducted by Stevenkoh and myself.

    Bro Steven loves his dual, and I barely started mine.

    Some users from other forum did complain of scrubber staining the water. However, SM did mention in his thread that it must be clean frequently, else the bottom layer will brown off and die, leeching color to the tank. Make sense to me, but I suppose the color could be remove by Ozone if you are using one or maybe even activated carbon.

    If I ever complain, it would be the power consumption. Running more than 100w a day including the 4 x 24w T5 tubes and pump for 16 hrs everyday is not exactly very economical.

    The theory behind the use of scrubber is very logical but some members might feel rather extreme either way. You may want to start up one to help the cycling as the scrubber is truly effective in removing spikes from Ammonia, Nitrites and Nitrates. It might not be a holy grail to reefing but definitely able to control any sudden spikes.

    If you are DIYing, remember to design one for easy cleaning, and to clean it every 4-5 days.

    Hope this helps.

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    Algae Scrubbers

    in General Reefkeeping_

    Posted

    Thank god you found your dog!

    Thanks for the offer bro but isn't this a halogen par38 lamp rather than a CFL lamp? correct me if i'm worng but i do see its spc is a halogen type.

    On the box, it states

    -direct replacement for all GLS PAR38 spotlight application.

    -Unique shape of spiral tube creating almost similar light, brightness and effects as GLS PAR38 spotlight

    -Substantial benefits compare to GLS PAR38 spotlight

    --Save up to 80% electrical bill

    --Longer lamp life up to 4-5 times

    --Generate much less heat

    --Produce more comfortable light color

    --Safe and environmental friendly

    --Comply with RoHS requirement

    I was wondering how could a halogen lamp be energy saving. wacko.gif

    From the message, it should be a halogen "color" CFL replacement for greener choice. sleep.gif

    Moreover, I use my hands to remove the bulb after testing at the shop. Don't think its possible for halogen smile.gif

    Algae Scrubbers

    in General Reefkeeping_

    Posted

    i lost my dog yesterday but luckily i found it on google.

    with regards to algae scrubber

    theres a link right in General Reefkeeping which i have placed here now.

    How algae scrubber does not scratch a tank!

    PS: the above underlined link can be clicked on.. its fast, easy and fun.

    Incredible effort! groupwavereversed.gif

    Hi Eniram,

    btw, I have 2 unused "screw on" CFL bulbs (SAFER Electric 20w 2700K) I am selling if you are interested.

    I bought to DIY them a scrubber but later decided to bulk order.

    Goondoo's Trial

    in Members Tank & Specs

    Posted

    you have a zoom out on the hairy mushroom? never seen one with brown spots before, much less on only some "flowers". they could be planaria flatworms.

    Hi LemonLemon,

    I'll take some later when the lights are on. Need to charge battery too online2long.gif

    Algae Scrubbers

    in General Reefkeeping_

    Posted

    shake head.....

    I was really speechless for a long while.blushing.gifblushing.gif

    Bro stevenkoh kindly posted a link and discussion on scrubber, then another post right below it asking what is scrubber and if it will damage the tank.... dry.gif

    Its not that hard to read up, right?

    Goondoo's Trial

    in Members Tank & Specs

    Posted

    very nice pics bro.

    Are those red ocellaris?

    Thanks, haven't shoot for sometime after my wrist injury.... camera set up prove too heavy for me now.... hand trembling like shooting GPMG.... sad.gif

    Its just the $2 clowns I got from Iwarna yesterday... blushing.gif

    Goondoo's Trial

    in Members Tank & Specs

    Posted

    ya that's about the range

    as we talk about it my 6footer bout increase a range of bout 40plus per mth so far, however maybe adding more equipment later part

    I think the power consumption bounced quite a bit after activation of scrubber set. Will monitor the 24hrs reading again tomorrow.

    Mean while, took some quick shots today before the batteries ran dry....

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    new to marine

    in New to the Marine Aquaria Hobby

    Posted

    Hi, dun worry.. quite a number of my friend keeping same spec as u... safety factor 2.5 spell close minimum requirement (actually minimum safe SF value = 2, SF >3.8 is very safe) ... doesn't matter fresh water or marine...

    I think leak test is more important as Jacky mention.... But in general it is quite safe... we being passing tank from colleague to others, after idling quite long.....So far... touch wood not incident yet..... But it is important to ensure everything safely in place before begin this hobby...

    Cheers and Happy Reefing...

    I agree, I also feel that silicon is usually the failing point in tanks unused for sometime.

    new to marine

    in New to the Marine Aquaria Hobby

    Posted

    Fyi, 6mm thickness for your case is sufficient... actually 5mm is enough... U can uses below weblink for useful Glass thickness calculator...

    Glass thickness calculator:

    http://www.theaquato...g-your-aquarium

    Your tank result....

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    Cheers and Happy Reefing....

    Just wondering, I suspect they are using fresh water for the calculation. And the safety factor recommended is already 3.8 as per the website.

    Should we increase the safety factor for marine since salt water have higher density?

    new to marine

    in New to the Marine Aquaria Hobby

    Posted

    oh ok, if that's the case, i would have to wait til more experience bro comes in before i can confirm.

    I doubt anyone will give you assurance you are safe, even new tank can spell sh*t.

    As you are using an old tank, you may have to take the quality and age of the tank into considerations.

    On top of that, silicon on tanks are known to deteriorate if it is used and kept "dry" for sometime.

    Hope this helps.

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