Add a Refugium

[reef fool]

Just wanted some input on a refugium. I know that I should add one. I was looking at the CPR hang on version for my 46 bow tank. Do you think this is good or not? I have limited space on my 46. It is in my family room.

 

[mr . salty]

For the ammount of money you will spend on that CPR model,you could build/DIY an awsome one,twice the size under your main tank...
All you need is an overflow,a return pump(small and low power),and a cheep glass tank...
For lighting a 10 dollar flourescent light fixture from the hardware store,and a grow bulb or two is all you need...Total of a homemade 'fuge could be as low as 150 bucks...I'm sure the CPR is alot more than that,and nowhere near as good as a homebuilt is...

 

[robn70]

The CPR units are in the $70 -$100 range depending on th size. Did see some post on one of the RAGS about people having problems with them over flowing. I was looking at them and have decide to put one in the new sump that i am plannong for a winter project.