Auto-top off system

[pimpin chirp]

So the next element that i would like to add to my reef aquarium is an auto-top off system. I don't have room above the sump to place a container of top off water but i can place it next to my sump. I have been doing reading about float switches and using them with pumps but I'm not sure if I have the whole idea nailed down. I would like to place a pump a maxi 1200 I have laying around in a 5 gallon bucket and run a hose from the bucket to the sump. But how can I get it to turn on and off automatically when the water level drops...and is this a good idea? Running it directly from my RO unit is not an option cause its on the other side of the house.

 

[spiderwoman]

We are going to put in place the TUNZE OSMOLATOR UNIVERSAL 3155 - auto top-off system. I got a great deal on one from our local reefer's club. It will be in a 150g reef.

 

[matt b]

Look up tunze auto topoff or jbj if you dont want to spend the extra $

 

[pimpin chirp]

yeah I saw this ultrafloat switch which i think i would like to try

 

[swalchemist]

Osmolator Universal will be one of the best things you buy, trust me.

 

[globaldesigns]

I have the Tunze system, and love it. Reason I chose this one is because the main sensor is infra-red, so you don't have to worry about salt crusting it up, like the float switches. It also does use a float switch as an emergency shut off, if the water is too high. I highly recommend this one, it isn't cheap but will worth it.

 

[groupergenius]

I have Tunze on 1 tank and el cheapo versions on my others.
The tunze pump will push the water up 5+ feet to the main display. It is a nice setup, just pricey.