peebee Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Hello! Just two friends thrilled to be setting up our first reef tank. Display tank dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 Protein Skimmer JEBAO WP40 x2 HAILEA HS-66A 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Here's a timelapse of the set up process, with help from the good guys at Iwarna: http://youtu.be/8Zp1sncIu1U The tank is currently cycling, and we should be able to start adding livestock and coral slowly in about 1-2 weeks. In the meantime, we are spending our days adjusting the rock scape and worrying about the lone marbled starfish who likes to live dangerously (near the overflow). Comments and advice are most welcome! (: Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xeneryx Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 video damn coooool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymarcus Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 cool stuff bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouncingeggs Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 cool! looking forward to updates! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member kenyee Posted March 11, 2014 SRC Member Share Posted March 11, 2014 Amazing n nice video..awaiting for stocking up video..cheers Quote @ 291213 Updated video: Kenyee FOWLR http://m.youtube.com/my_videos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admiraltian Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Cool video, nice setup. Quote Display Tank : 36" x 20" x 20" Herbie overflow box design, Sump : 36" x 21" x 17", Frag Tank : 16” x 20” x 16”, custom built by Tank Culture. Lightings : Ecotech Radion XR15 Pro x 2 for Main Display Tank, Inled R80 x 1 for Frag Tank. Chiller : Dalkin 1hp compressor with build-in drop coil. Skimmer : Skimz Octa SC205i Protein Skimmer. FR : H2Ocean FMR75 Fluidised Media Reactor with Hailea HX-2500 (Feeder Pump) running Rowaphos. CR : Skimz Monzter E Series CM122 Calcium Reactor. BPR: Marine Source Biopellet Reactor with Continuum Reef Biopellet Fuel. Main Return Pump : SICCE Syncra ADV 9.0 & Jebao ACQ-10000 Water Pump. Wavemaker : Jebao MOW-9 x2 for Main Display Tank & Jebao SLW-20M Sine Wave Pump for Frag Tank. Water Top Up: AutoAqua Smart ATO Lite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member diki88 Posted March 11, 2014 SRC Member Share Posted March 11, 2014 Im here for the nice punny title that perk me up this morning and creative time lapse video. Tagging along. Quote Quis custodiet ipsos custodes Too many people spend money they haven't earned to buy things they don't want to impress people they don't like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I love angel Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Nice video and I like the color of the cabinet. I think the chiller is a bit under power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 12, 2014 Author Share Posted March 12, 2014 Thanks everyone. Yes the chiller is a hand-me-down from my previous decommissioned tank. Will try to use it till it expires on me I guess. Still considering if I should get a new one. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member erikokelf Posted March 12, 2014 SRC Member Share Posted March 12, 2014 With 6 feet tank guess drop in coil will be another option for you to explore. Quote 2x2x1.5 ====== Maxspect Gyre Maxspect Razer 120w 16k H2O FR with Rowa Eheim Universal 2400 BM Nac 5.5 JBJ Arctica 1/10Hp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 Hi! Just did some rescaping. What do y'all think? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member ASHWIN Posted March 14, 2014 SRC Member Share Posted March 14, 2014 very nice!..mines a 6ft too. Quote 300Gallons of Pure Goodness! >Dimensions 6x2x2 (Foot) 1: Maxspect 160 Watt qty-2 2: Vortech MP 40 Wes 3:Jaebao WP40 qty-2 3: Skimz Becket Skimmer/ Ehiem 1260 4: Dymax XC 900 Calcium Reactor 5: American Pinpoint PH Controller 6: Iwaki MD 55 And MD 70 (Return) 7: Hydra Aquatics FR45 Reactor 8:Hailea 10HP Chiller R2R forum->>>http://www.reef2reef.com/forums/photography-forum/154896-ashwins-reefing-photography.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p.tm Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Omg nice video!!! And beautiful tank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member flo_reeftank Posted March 22, 2014 SRC Member Share Posted March 22, 2014 Beautiful tank waiting for your update Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 23, 2014 Author Share Posted March 23, 2014 Another video of the tank after 2 weeks (: http://youtu.be/bUA3FxUmC-E 1 Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymarcus Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Ups one for you bro! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andre'A' Lim Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Really nice tank but the chiller seems abit under power? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Supporter ReDDeviLs Posted March 23, 2014 SRC Supporter Share Posted March 23, 2014 Interesting, light spread seems insufficient too, hang them higher? Quote [ ] [ ] Reef Reefing Reefed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tofubox Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Really enjoyed the timelapsed video, and your 2nd video was very well edited! Good choice of equipment too, i would have gone for the exact same list of equipment. +1 on the lightspread, may be insufficient to cover the full length. How about a video in day time Quote I Love Stagsss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 24, 2014 Author Share Posted March 24, 2014 Thanks bros for all your comments (: Yes, I also agree the light spread does not cover the full length of the tank ): Initially was debating if should get 2x 160w maxspect or 1x 300w, but went for the single 300w in the end, due to the overhead structures (not shown) which complicates the hanging of two units. Right now I guess I will just concentrate my coral placement to the centre, since the tank is mainly front-viewing. Probably next time will consider getting another set of lights, when I have more coral... Just wondering however, based on your experience do you think my lights are sufficient to grow some beginners sps like Montipora and Seriatopora (Birdsnest) in the centre? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymarcus Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 I think it should be ok if you put to an adequate intensity over a long enough period. Ensure optimal placement of the SPS and dose sufficiently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tofubox Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 As long as its getting light, its not an issue. Placement as mentioned is important in terms of PAR requirement for corals. Good spread of lighting just helps prevents shadow in the tank. I used to have a tank which was only half lit, no issue with corals under the light. Quote I Love Stagsss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Insomnia on a Monday night. Enjoy. http://youtu.be/D0C9jrIdiac 1 Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebee Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 3 weeks in. Some pictures... https://flic.kr/s/aHsjVVCx1e Quote PeeBee's Aquarium Dimensions: L 180cm x H 60cm x W 50cm (approx. 540L) Other Specifications: MAXSPECT Razor 300W 16K EHEIM 1264 return pump VERTEX Omega 150 skimmer JEBAO WP40 wavemaker x2 HAILEA 1/4HP chiller D-D H2Ocean FR (Rowaphos + Biopellets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tofubox Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 WOW those pictures just blew me away!!! Superb photography skills bro. Wonderful coral choices. Amazing man Quote I Love Stagsss Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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