katsafados
Active Member
yeah thats what I was looking at too, and yes I always read other threads. But the 2nd has a higher gph flow rate
maybe Ill post this i ntheother forum
Katsafado's first ever 10g SW tank(nano)
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meowzer
Moderator
Originally Posted by Katsafados
http:///forum/post/3040459
yeah thats what I was looking at too, and yes I always read other threads. But the 2nd has a higher gph flow rate
maybe Ill post this i ntheother forum
couldn't hurt..try the equip section.
http:///forum/post/3040459
yeah thats what I was looking at too, and yes I always read other threads. But the 2nd has a higher gph flow rate
couldn't hurt..try the equip section.
mr.clownfish
Active Member
Originally Posted by Katsafados
http:///forum/post/3040424
no change in water chemistry..
which protein skimmer is better?
Current Fission Nano Hang-On Protein Skimmer
$39.95 CDN
Ideal for all nano-reef aquariums, the Fission Nano-Skimmer is the worlds smallest protein skimmer, measuring a mere 6.5" high and 2" in diameter. Powered by an energy efficient air injection pump, the patented Fission skimmer rips bubbles into a vortex foam froth, breaking apart proteins and organics and efficiently removing them from your nano-home.
Easy-to-install, this nano-skimmer packs the power of fission into pint sized perfection creating a safe and clear environment. Ideal for use with Current 12 and 24 gallon Aquapods.
Each skimmer includes a 84 gph (320 L/hr) submersible air injection pump, protein skimmer, suction cups for mounting, hanging clip, two connection elbows and six bubble reducing pads.
Small size fits most nano-aquariums
Patented hang-on submersion design
Includes air injection submersible pump & suction cups
Easily disassembled for cleaning
For tanks up to 30 gallons
Attachment 224862
OR
Rio Nano Hang-On Protein Skimmer
$39.95 CDN
Intake Venturi
Needle Wheel
Simple Installation and Compact Design
Adjustable Variable Venturi with Exclusive
Air/Water Mixing Chamber
Built-In Biological Chamber
Filter Cartridge with Activated Carbon
Ozone Compatible
Water Level Control
For Aquarium up to 20 Gallons
110 Gallons Hour Pump
Dimensions: 7.25"L x 10.25"H x 11.5"W
Attachment 224863
omg. dont get the skimmer thats on top. i had one a total waste of 50 bucks. the bottom one is much better. i bought one for my aunt and its good.
http:///forum/post/3040424
no change in water chemistry..
which protein skimmer is better?
Current Fission Nano Hang-On Protein Skimmer
$39.95 CDN
Ideal for all nano-reef aquariums, the Fission Nano-Skimmer is the worlds smallest protein skimmer, measuring a mere 6.5" high and 2" in diameter. Powered by an energy efficient air injection pump, the patented Fission skimmer rips bubbles into a vortex foam froth, breaking apart proteins and organics and efficiently removing them from your nano-home.
Easy-to-install, this nano-skimmer packs the power of fission into pint sized perfection creating a safe and clear environment. Ideal for use with Current 12 and 24 gallon Aquapods.
Each skimmer includes a 84 gph (320 L/hr) submersible air injection pump, protein skimmer, suction cups for mounting, hanging clip, two connection elbows and six bubble reducing pads.
Small size fits most nano-aquariums
Patented hang-on submersion design
Includes air injection submersible pump & suction cups
Easily disassembled for cleaning
For tanks up to 30 gallons
Attachment 224862
OR
Rio Nano Hang-On Protein Skimmer
$39.95 CDN
Intake Venturi
Needle Wheel
Simple Installation and Compact Design
Adjustable Variable Venturi with Exclusive
Air/Water Mixing Chamber
Built-In Biological Chamber
Filter Cartridge with Activated Carbon
Ozone Compatible
Water Level Control
For Aquarium up to 20 Gallons
110 Gallons Hour Pump
Dimensions: 7.25"L x 10.25"H x 11.5"W
Attachment 224863
omg. dont get the skimmer thats on top. i had one a total waste of 50 bucks. the bottom one is much better. i bought one for my aunt and its good.
katsafados
Active Member
Originally Posted by Mr.clownfish
http:///forum/post/3040786
omg. dont get the skimmer thats on top. i had one a total waste of 50 bucks. the bottom one is much better. i bought one for my aunt and its good.
Do you think I even need one for a 10g because I'm getting a refug and its only a 10g? I'm getting mixed opinoins and just wondering.
http:///forum/post/3040786
omg. dont get the skimmer thats on top. i had one a total waste of 50 bucks. the bottom one is much better. i bought one for my aunt and its good.
Do you think I even need one for a 10g because I'm getting a refug and its only a 10g? I'm getting mixed opinoins and just wondering.
swimmer4uus
Member
I don't know what other people are suggesting, because I didn't read your whole thread, but if you add a cleaner shrimp, that should also add some activity to your tank... I did it with my 9 gal, and I found myself watching them more than my clowns. Every SW tank I'll ever own will at least have a pair in it. Just added two to my 20g just now, and the picasso's fell in love with the skunk cleaners within seconds. Love at first site. Other than that, I really like your rockwork. You could also sit on getting fish for a while, till you make up your mind for sure, and add corals. I did that, so I got a feel how the tank was turning out, then added a fish that I thought would fit in with the feeling. And idk why I haven't been watching this thread, your tank's pretty cool.
katsafados
Active Member
yeah I was deff going to get a cleaner and a fire shrimp. The rock work has just been changed because I bought another 4 lbs and moved everything around. I thought it looked to plain before
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Do you know anything about the two protein skimmers I asked about? Which would you go with if any of them?
Do you know anything about the two protein skimmers I asked about? Which would you go with if any of them?
katsafados
Active Member
I just messed up my cycle forsure haha I bought 4 more lbs of LR and then did some redecorating. Oh wellz! But apparently the LR is fully cured, got a nice piece covered in coraline (if its the algea thats purple and gets as hard as the rock.) the new rock should have tons of critters on it if I didnt kill them while redecorating because it was full of wierd looking floating things haha if that makes any sence
(wasnt as plain as the other rock I had.)
Also I asked about the cheato and they said they do have it it was just in the back room. And they told me if I were to ask for specific things it has to be on some order list (no idea what he was talking about, dont think he was to experienced in SW) but it sounded like it was a no.
Also I asked about the cheato and they said they do have it it was just in the back room. And they told me if I were to ask for specific things it has to be on some order list (no idea what he was talking about, dont think he was to experienced in SW) but it sounded like it was a no.
swimmer4uus
Member
I have no clue about protein skimmers, other than I'm using the one that came with my nano wave 9 in my homemade fuge for my 20gal long. Sorry. Maybe check the equipment section on the forums to get some info.
swimmer4uus
Member
You probably didn't mess up the cycle that much. How long has the other rock been in there again? And if it's actually precured, it actually might help speed up the process. But I don't care about it really, cause I just wait till all levels are 0, and then add whatever, regardless of time.
katsafados
Active Member
The tank has been set up since april 25th all levels were at zero except the ammonia which was 0.25 did one water change in that time but it didnt do anything for the ammonia and the saltinity is at 1.025-1.026 with evap.
See I think it messed up the cycle because I adgitated the sand bed. But oh well I rather wait acouple more weeks then have rockwork that I didnt like all that much. With this new rockwork I see tons of places I can put the corals I want in. I'll take a pic of it when it clears up a little. BTW this is my first SW tank so if you monitor this thread I'd appreciate that because I need all the help I can get=)
See I think it messed up the cycle because I adgitated the sand bed. But oh well I rather wait acouple more weeks then have rockwork that I didnt like all that much. With this new rockwork I see tons of places I can put the corals I want in. I'll take a pic of it when it clears up a little. BTW this is my first SW tank so if you monitor this thread I'd appreciate that because I need all the help I can get=)
swimmer4uus
Member
No problem, and yeah. I'm already subscribed. well, seems like your cycle is JUST starting off, and it's only in the first stages, so I would think you didn't mess up your cycle at all. I would actually think you helped it. More rock you have, gives you the ability to have more bacteria in there breaking down the ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates. And stirring up the sand a little prob didn't hurt anything as well. You're still good my friend
katsafados
Active Member
Well to get you up to date I have a Rena xp1 filter(for 45g), 50 watt heater. I'm going to be getting a 20" Orbit 2*40W SunPaq PC Fixture w/Lunar Light and Fan, Koralia Nano Reef Pump and 18" HookedOn Refugium within the next 2 weeks. Just have to place the order.
and I'm Canadian
Stock list:
was thinking...
Corals:
Sun coral
chili coral
blue mushroom
duncan coral
Frog spawn
and zoos to fill up the rock more
Inverts:
5 blue hermits
1 scarlet hermit
5 Nassarius Snails
5 Astrea Snails
1 fighting conch
1 cleanner shrimp
1 fire shrimp
or
3 sexy shrimp(If they have them anywhere in Canada)
Fish:
2 nemos
or
2 green banded gobies(if I can find them)
or
2 3-stripe damsels.
Open for suggestions
and I'm Canadian
Stock list:
was thinking...
Corals:
Sun coral
chili coral
blue mushroom
duncan coral
Frog spawn
and zoos to fill up the rock more
Inverts:
5 blue hermits
1 scarlet hermit
5 Nassarius Snails
5 Astrea Snails
1 fighting conch
1 cleanner shrimp
1 fire shrimp
or
3 sexy shrimp(If they have them anywhere in Canada)
Fish:
2 nemos
or
2 green banded gobies(if I can find them)
or
2 3-stripe damsels.
Open for suggestions
katsafados
Active Member
Originally Posted by meowzer
http:///forum/post/3041024
HEYYYY...where are the pics with the new rock?????
Just waiting for the tank to clear up a little, I'm goingt op clean my room then I'll post the pics later tonight with the test results my loyal kitty
http:///forum/post/3041024
HEYYYY...where are the pics with the new rock?????
Just waiting for the tank to clear up a little, I'm goingt op clean my room then I'll post the pics later tonight with the test results my loyal kitty
meowzer
Moderator
Originally Posted by Katsafados
http:///forum/post/3041029
Just waiting for the tank to clear up a little, I'm goingt op clean my room then I'll post the pics later tonight with the test results my loyal kitty
I have been watching all day
....just letting you get some other answers...I told you I will only answer what I know...LOL...which is not a heck of a lot
http:///forum/post/3041029
Just waiting for the tank to clear up a little, I'm goingt op clean my room then I'll post the pics later tonight with the test results my loyal kitty
I have been watching all day
swimmer4uus
Member
Idk if they ship to canada, but I know of a website that has AMAZING corals, for really good deals. PM, and I'll send you the link if you want
katsafados
Active Member
Originally Posted by meowzer
http:///forum/post/3041043
I have been watching all day
....just letting you get some other answers...I told you I will only answer what I know...LOL...which is not a heck of a lot
haha how sweet
. My room is in need of major cleaning. I have been neglecting everything for this tank, even my FW tank! I'll try to be speedy haha
http:///forum/post/3041043
I have been watching all day
haha how sweet
meowzer
Moderator
Originally Posted by Katsafados
http:///forum/post/3041070
haha how sweet
. My room is in need of major cleaning. I have been neglecting everything for this tank, even my FW tank! I'll try to be speedy haha
Welcome to the sw addiction
http:///forum/post/3041070
haha how sweet
katsafados
Active Member
New set up=)
Full view
Attachment 224919
Top View
Attachment 224918
Right side(AKA NEW ROCK)
Attachment 224921
Middle
Attachment 224922
Left side
Attachment 224923
There you go=) Theres a lot more places that I can place corals now!
Test results comming soon just have to finish cleaning the cichlid tank
Tire track eel murdered by cichlids=(
Full view
Attachment 224919
Top View
Attachment 224918
Right side(AKA NEW ROCK)
Attachment 224921
Middle
Attachment 224922
Left side
Attachment 224923
There you go=) Theres a lot more places that I can place corals now!
Test results comming soon just have to finish cleaning the cichlid tank
Tire track eel murdered by cichlids=(
