SRC Member yellowfin tuna Posted November 11, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 11, 2005 hi bro,, where is sealife... cant seem to find it in the sponsor thread..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 11, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 11, 2005 hi melvyn... i am thinking of getting a denitrator.... however, i read somewhere... that using sulphur balls will reduce the ph in the water???? is it true??? Yes it is true, which is why you will need to boost it up to equilibrium before returning it back to the water - usually by way of coral sand to buffer the water. Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Tigger Posted November 11, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 11, 2005 Yes it is true, which is why you will need to boost it up to equilibrium before returning it back to the water - usually by way of coral sand to buffer the water. By buffering with coral sand also adds Kh to the system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Supporter ReDDeviLs Posted November 11, 2005 SRC Supporter Share Posted November 11, 2005 how much ar bro? Quote [ ] [ ] Reef Reefing Reefed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member yellowfin tuna Posted November 11, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 11, 2005 bro.... where is sealife... tinking of going there today.... hope some one can let me know where...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 12, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 It is at Balestier, near hotel 81 and Hoover, the other benchmark would be near Quality Hotel... Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member SoTongBall Posted November 12, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 Hi Melvyn, I got problem to maintain a steady out flow of 1 drop per sec, hv to adjust everyday. R u able to maintain a steady flow?? cheers marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 12, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 Are you using a one-way kinda flow device and is your tube very long? If you are not using the flow device, you should have no problems maintaining the drops...can pm of call me cheers ! Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member yellowfin tuna Posted November 12, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 hi melvyn.,.. juz got it from sealife today... gonna fix it up..... so like you say ... when we first fix up the stuff.... its one drop per sec??? 3-4 days later abt 3-4 drops per sec???? my tank is a 6ft tank,... correct me if i am worng!!!! cos the instruction damn messy.... put one drop per sec.... then 3-4 days later test the water from the de-nitrator... if zero ,, increase the drop to 3-4 drop.... then test again later.... if goes up to 1 then after that reduce the drop again.... wah!!! can advise the steps tat u are doing..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 12, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 Yes...however the time frame i experienced is not 3-4 days it becomes 0 nitrate when the flow is 1 drop per sec, it is dependent on the nitrate level in your tank...it took me longer can call me tomorrow to discuss? my number 9383 7335 Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member yellowfin tuna Posted November 12, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 12, 2005 Yes...however the time frame i experienced is not 3-4 days it becomes 0 nitrate when the flow is 1 drop per sec, it is dependent on the nitrate level in your tank...it took me longer can call me tomorrow to discuss? my number 9383 7335 ok bro.. thanks... one last question.... the water where u drip it into the clear plastic tube where u put carbon at the end... do u submerge the tube in the sump... i noticed from your pics u put just above the water level.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 13, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 13, 2005 Its half submerged, half exposed just remember to change maybe once in a month (relatively little carbon)... Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member yellowfin tuna Posted November 13, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 13, 2005 Its half submerged, half exposed just remember to change maybe once in a month (relatively little carbon)... ok... once i take the ntirate test for the water coming of the de-nitrator.... will msg u for advice...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member zorden Posted November 13, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 13, 2005 sorry to use your thread here.. i also procure a denitrator. (2nd hand aquamedic denitrator 400) at below 150/- thus trying it out too Quote I am just an average FR (fish reefing) writer. If you like my FRs, please upz my points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member SoTongBall Posted November 15, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Hmmm... dun kno how a few sulphur pallets ended up in my my tank. Tat stupid emperor tot round pallet thingy = fish food & happily swallow a few...gosh Hope he dun LS or gana poison the next day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member zorden Posted November 15, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Hmmm... dun kno how a few sulphur pallets ended up in my my tank. Tat stupid emperor tot round pallet thingy = fish food & happily swallow a few...gosh Hope he dun LS or gana poison the next day please update us..btw i heard that sulphur denitrator can be dangerous if not use properly as i can become H2S. To be exact is deadly btw...can i use mod my aquamedic and add some sulphur beads.. btw..me just curious on how things can be.... mod a resun fr into a denitrator.. just a playful tots Quote I am just an average FR (fish reefing) writer. If you like my FRs, please upz my points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member SoTongBall Posted November 15, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 H&S denitrator is a simple piece of equipment, dun think there is any problem to mod the aquamedic. I've an old macro denitrator, principle is the same, just that using different media. Hope tat stupid fish is ok.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augustine1 Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Just consider a bit before applying the denitrator....sometimes if not details will found the yellow syndrome, PH drop etc.... I did a view years ago. the link below better if read first. http://mars.reefkeepers.net/USHomePage/USA...tionSoufre.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 15, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Hmmm... dun kno how a few sulphur pallets ended up in my my tank. Tat stupid emperor tot round pallet thingy = fish food & happily swallow a few...gosh Hope he dun LS or gana poison the next day Hi Bro, Really wondered how the sulphur beads gets into the water - doubt its via the top dripper as you have the coral sand above the sulphur media. Hope your fish is fine Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 15, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Just consider a bit before applying the denitrator....sometimes if not details will found the yellow syndrome, PH drop etc.... I did a view years ago.the link below better if read first. http://mars.reefkeepers.net/USHomePage/USA...tionSoufre.html Hi, Its application has been quite successful on previous documented accounts, yes there will be a ph drop so it is essential to buffer the water before return. Between, the link to the article was read before, are you the reviewer? Cheers, mel Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 15, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 please update us..btw i heard that sulphur denitrator can be dangerous if not use properly as i can become H2S. To be exact is deadly btw...can i use mod my aquamedic and add some sulphur beads.. btw..me just curious on how things can be.... mod a resun fr into a denitrator.. just a playful tots H2S will be produced if the containment is fully devoid of oxygen. As long as you monitor constant flow, it'll be ok. It'll be a good thing to return the drips from the unit via a column of carbon. Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 15, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Some update, the nitrate has reduced to about 10ppm as of 9 Nov 05. Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
augustine1 Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 no, not reviewer, just reminder to all reefer.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Melvyn Tan Posted November 15, 2005 Author SRC Member Share Posted November 15, 2005 Well read it over again, its been quite successful for 7 years...no mention of yellow syndrome (between what is that ??) it is natural for ph and alkalinity drop...so buffering is necessary. Quote My Beautiful ANGEL - Matsushima Nanako Equipment List for 4x2x2 Tank & 3x1.5x1.5 Sump Hagen 802 x 2, Tunze 6060, Arcadia T5 (54W x 8), Eheim 1260 (return) Eheim 1250 (Chiller), Aquabee 300 x 2 (Feed) H&S 150-F2001 (850l Skimmer), H&S A110-F2000 (400l Skimmer), H&S 110-F1000 (1000l Sulphur/Nitrate Filter), H&S 150-F2000IA (800l Calcium Reactor) Coralife 3X (UV Steriliser), I-Aquatic IF 312 (Fluidised Reactor), Kent Kalk Delivery, Resun CL650, Pinpoint ORP & PH Meters & Wireless Thermometer 4x2x2 Tank Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRC Member Tigger Posted November 16, 2005 SRC Member Share Posted November 16, 2005 Sometime to add on. Apart from using NO3 test kit to understand if the denitrification has established, one can also make use of an ORP meter. If ORP is in the range of -50mv to -250mv. It shows the presences of denitrification bacteria. if the ORP reading drops below -250mv, then the bacteria inside the reaction chamber is actually producing H2S. As such need to increase the drip rate to push orp again. This pcs of information, I got from the aquamedic 400L denitrator manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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