New 24 nanocube

jacksdad

jacksdad

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Ok, I just got a new 24 nanocube and I have a couple of questions:
1. Is it worth it to buy a RO/DI unit for this size tank? Or should I just buy RO water as I need it?
2. I have seen several different filter configurations and was wondering which works the best? I am setting it up as a reef so I removed the carbon and bio balls. Should I keep the sponge in stage 1 and add LR to the remaining compartments?
Adding about 30 lbs of LR and have 30 lbs of LS.
TIA
Bob
 
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tuningvis

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1.i think you can get away with RO water.. but if money is no thang.. then get a RO/DI unit... you never know when you'll need it :p
2. i dont know sorry
i know LR can do most of the filtration in my 10... but i dont know how it works for a 24 gl
 
iwantacans

iwantacans

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what type of filter is this... good job on removing bioballs... if it were me id remove the sponge because crud will build up and that is alot of maitnece to clean... is this filter hang and or do you have a small sump/ fuge?
 
jacksdad

jacksdad

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The Nanocubes have the filter built into the back of the tank.3 sections:1.sponge, 2.ceramic and carbon. 3. bio balls and pump. Thats how it comes from the factory.
 
iwantacans

iwantacans

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k id keep the carbon.. but take out bio balls. and if there is room add some ls and rock rubble :) gotta have a safe haven for pods!
 
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tuningvis

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you think he'll need a skimmer .... ????
maybe run carbon a few times a month and with that live rock you should be okay.... a skimmer would be ideal... but i dont think it's necessary..:notsure:
still new though
 
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tuningvis

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yea i guess a 24 .. is right there on the edge of going multi filtration
 
jacksdad

jacksdad

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I haven't heard of anyone using a skimmer or sump on a Nanocube b4. How would you install? Sorry if I sound like a maron, but the more I read the less I realize I know
 
larrynews

larrynews

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why no bio balls....i have them in my 90, and i'm going to get a 24 nano for my wifes office....so i was just wondering...thanks
 
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tuningvis

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Originally posted by jacksdad
I haven't heard of anyone using a skimmer or sump on a Nanocube b4. How would you install? Sorry if I sound like a maron, but the more I read the less I realize I know


i think it would be impossible to atttach a skimmer to your nanocube....
unless you had a sump or refuge ... that you could attach it too
... i think you'll be ok with no media... and lots o' LR
but i'm still new at this game.. so dont just take my word for it
 
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tuningvis

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do a search in the nano section ... and type in "bio balls"
you should get some good info
 
iwantacans

iwantacans

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diy using pvc run it to your sump and pump it back with a small pump like a mag 5... there instant sump... drill 2 holes for a siphon break
 
thesamm

thesamm

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hey this is a little off topic....but i think i might get a nano24 (reef) and i noticed it comes with like 2,36 watt bulbs ( 10,000k blue-white combo bulb and 6500k daybulb ) thats 72 total watts do u think this will be enough for a reef tank???
 
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