Equipment list-done?
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prime311
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Originally Posted by Markw
http:///forum/post/2673225
Ok, so tests aside, what about the SB issue?
Put in as much sand as you want to be aesthetically pleasing. You can do 1", 1.5", 2", etc... Any amount of sand will provide additional places for aerobic bacteria to form(this processes Ammonia and Nitrite). You need a DSB to get additional Nitrate reduction, this is a 6" plus. Thats a lot of space to lose in a DT and isn't often the preference for looks, it also can crash your tank if it gets overly disturbed on accident. So unless you like the look of a DSB, don't do it. If you want a DSB type of nitrate reduction, you can do a remote DSB in a bucket next to your sump or something.
This is where I demonstrate my awesome powers of MS Paint utilization to show the remote DSB super filter you can put together for like 25$ using a 5 Gallon bucket.
http:///forum/post/2673225
Ok, so tests aside, what about the SB issue?
Put in as much sand as you want to be aesthetically pleasing. You can do 1", 1.5", 2", etc... Any amount of sand will provide additional places for aerobic bacteria to form(this processes Ammonia and Nitrite). You need a DSB to get additional Nitrate reduction, this is a 6" plus. Thats a lot of space to lose in a DT and isn't often the preference for looks, it also can crash your tank if it gets overly disturbed on accident. So unless you like the look of a DSB, don't do it. If you want a DSB type of nitrate reduction, you can do a remote DSB in a bucket next to your sump or something.
This is where I demonstrate my awesome powers of MS Paint utilization to show the remote DSB super filter you can put together for like 25$ using a 5 Gallon bucket.
jints
Member
You can also get some macroalgae for your sump to help with Nitrates. Some say yes and some say no to a DSB. I say no because I get the same nitrate reduction with my macroalgae and like Prime was saying its personal preferance of what look you go for. I dont like the look of a DSB a 3 inch looks perfect to me.
markw
Member
I didnt know you could get the same nitrate redction with macroalgae, I knew it helped with nitrates, but not to that effect. Im thinking Abut some cheato in the refuge and about a 3-3.5"SB. I like that look too. Between the SB, Macroalgae, LR, and Protein Skimmer, should I be okay as far as filtration goes or should I get some kind other kind of filter also?
markw
Member
Ok, so I was loking up the ASM skimmer and you were right, alot of people gave them great reviews so Ill most likely be going with them. Is that the only other thig that I hould change about my equipment list? I changed the thermometer to a suction cupped floating type and am adding a Ca test to it. Is that it?
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mr_x
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besides picking some good lighting, that's it.
for a 100 gallon tank with a sump(i'm guessing about 30 gallons) i'd go with an ASM G3, because it comes with the 500gph pump. i know it is quoted for a much larger tank, but it's only 50 bucks more than the one that's supposed to fit your tank. (i have a 300 gallon system and use a G4X, which is supposed to do 450 gallons)
for a 100 gallon tank with a sump(i'm guessing about 30 gallons) i'd go with an ASM G3, because it comes with the 500gph pump. i know it is quoted for a much larger tank, but it's only 50 bucks more than the one that's supposed to fit your tank. (i have a 300 gallon system and use a G4X, which is supposed to do 450 gallons)
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usirchchris
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Originally Posted by prime311
http:///forum/post/2673298
Put in as much sand as you want to be aesthetically pleasing. You can do 1", 1.5", 2", etc... Any amount of sand will provide additional places for aerobic bacteria to form(this processes Ammonia and Nitrite). You need a DSB to get additional Nitrate reduction, this is a 6" plus. Thats a lot of space to lose in a DT and isn't often the preference for looks, it also can crash your tank if it gets overly disturbed on accident. So unless you like the look of a DSB, don't do it. If you want a DSB type of nitrate reduction, you can do a remote DSB in a bucket next to your sump or something.
This is where I demonstrate my awesome powers of MS Paint utilization to show the remote DSB super filter you can put together for like 25$ using a 5 Gallon bucket.
I have read about doing this, and from what I have read you want to keep the water moving enough to keep any free floating particles from gathering in the bucket (so it does not get algae and all mucky). I don't think the 6to8 inches of LR would would help, I think the LR would trap junk. Anyone have experience with using LR with this nitrate reduction method?
Shoot forgot to add....AWESOME DRAWING!!!
http:///forum/post/2673298
Put in as much sand as you want to be aesthetically pleasing. You can do 1", 1.5", 2", etc... Any amount of sand will provide additional places for aerobic bacteria to form(this processes Ammonia and Nitrite). You need a DSB to get additional Nitrate reduction, this is a 6" plus. Thats a lot of space to lose in a DT and isn't often the preference for looks, it also can crash your tank if it gets overly disturbed on accident. So unless you like the look of a DSB, don't do it. If you want a DSB type of nitrate reduction, you can do a remote DSB in a bucket next to your sump or something.
This is where I demonstrate my awesome powers of MS Paint utilization to show the remote DSB super filter you can put together for like 25$ using a 5 Gallon bucket.
I have read about doing this, and from what I have read you want to keep the water moving enough to keep any free floating particles from gathering in the bucket (so it does not get algae and all mucky). I don't think the 6to8 inches of LR would would help, I think the LR would trap junk. Anyone have experience with using LR with this nitrate reduction method?
Shoot forgot to add....AWESOME DRAWING!!!
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usirchchris
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Sorry mate...don't know much about lighting. I do read alot of people saying in regards to the T5's is if the bulbs have individual reflectors they are generally good. Just my 2 cents I was not trying to jack your thread there...Apologies.
mr_x
Active Member
is this tank 6' or 4'? i wouldn't recommend that sundial for a tank your size. i would go with atleast a 6 lamp fixture. 8 if you can. if you like t-5's go with the nova extreme pro. it's one of the more affordable fixtures that can do the job over a large tank.
most folks think they are keeping softies and low light corals, but end up with clams, anemone, and sps. i'd recommend an 8 lamp fixture or metal halides. you'll probably end up using it.
now, if you stuck to your original idea of corals that demand less light, the fixture you chose should sustain them.
most folks think they are keeping softies and low light corals, but end up with clams, anemone, and sps. i'd recommend an 8 lamp fixture or metal halides. you'll probably end up using it.
now, if you stuck to your original idea of corals that demand less light, the fixture you chose should sustain them.