Tunze Auto Top Off

the clock meis

the clock meis

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Hi All,
Am looking into getting a auto top off system. I frequently am out of town for several days at a time and don't have anybody that I can depend on to correctly top off the tank.
It is important to me that whatever system I get be simple yet almost bulletproof. In looking over the various systems available, I am leaning towards the Tunze 3155, in large part due to its optical sensor with failsafe backup.
I know this is more expensive than some, but I am more interested in getting something that will work well for me.
I would appreciate any comments pro and con on this system.
Thanks
Chris
 
tree

tree

Member
I have had the Tunze for almost 2 years now. It works great. You do have to clean the sensor occasionally with a soft cloth to keep any algae from building up. I'm not a fan of the brackets used for setting it up, but they work. We have had one problem where the pump failed & Tunze had me send the whole unit back & they sent me a replacement unit. No problems.
 
the clock meis

the clock meis

Member
Originally Posted by tree
I have had the Tunze for almost 2 years now. It works great. You do have to clean the sensor occasionally with a soft cloth to keep any algae from building up. I'm not a fan of the brackets used for setting it up, but they work. We have had one problem where the pump failed & Tunze had me send the whole unit back & they sent me a replacement unit. No problems.
Thanks for the response.
It is looking like very few use this system, probably because of the expense. In all my checking, I can't find any complaints about the quality or function of the system, other than the mounting of the sensors.
Chris
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member
Well worth the extra cash IMO.....I have 1 setup, but still working out where I want everything setup......I've been playing with extending the wiring which is the only thing I'm not pleased with, but that really isn't a big deal, and the big part is keeping the eye clean as stated.
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

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Did you get it ordered yet??? I still have to make some modifications to the mounts for the sensors......I need to extend them down a bit in the sump.....They just aren't long enough......Alittle more acrylic work for me....
 
the clock meis

the clock meis

Member
Originally Posted by acrylic51
Did you get it ordered yet??? I still have to make some modifications to the mounts for the sensors......I need to extend them down a bit in the sump.....They just aren't long enough......Alittle more acrylic work for me....
Got it ordered, but was not in stock so will probably be about another month til I get it.
I found the Tunze instruction manual PDF and it looks like I will have to do some work to get the sensors mounted correctly. I'm not too worried about that since it will be late spring before I am gone for any period of time so that I won't be able to watch and do the fine tuning that it looks like it will need.
When I get it I might find that I need some guidance.
Thanks for your help.
Chris
 
pandafish

pandafish

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I'm running two on two different set ups. One is on a 20L nano and one is on my 45 display.
Both work FLAWLESSLY!
I tried three different setups on my Display and all were trouble till I bit the bullet and bought the tunze osmolator.
I am using the mounting that came with the osmolator in the display sump which is Acrylic and rimless. It's a "Clamp". Take your time and follow the directions it's kinda screwy. but once you get it set up it stays put.
Now on the 20L I used the "rail" that come with the Kit and used the Cilps for the optical switch and the high water sensor...BUT I got some small magnets from Home Depot and glued them with Aquarium Silicon to the "rails" (two each per rail) I mount them to the tank with the magnets Nano Stream style. Works great!
BTW: they also sell an Extension kit for that. Tunze Holder Device Extension 3000.260 for like 11.00
 
the clock meis

the clock meis

Member
Originally Posted by Pandafish
Now on the 20L I used the "rail" that come with the Kit and used the Cilps for the optical switch and the high water sensor...BUT I got some small magnets from Home Depot and glued them with Aquarium Silicon to the "rails" (two each per rail) I mount them to the tank with the magnets Nano Stream style. Works great!
BTW: they also sell an Extension kit for that. Tunze Holder Device Extension 3000.260 for like 11.00


The magnets sound like a great idea for a neat and reliable setup. I'll spend too much time between now and when mine comes in dreaming up a slick way to mount, then have to change my plan when I see what I am working with in my hands!
Chris
 
acrylic51

acrylic51

Active Member

Originally Posted by Pandafish
I'm running two on two different set ups. One is on a 20L nano and one is on my 45 display.
Both work FLAWLESSLY!
I tried three different setups on my Display and all were trouble till I bit the bullet and bought the tunze osmolator.
I am using the mounting that came with the osmolator in the display sump which is Acrylic and rimless. It's a "Clamp". Take your time and follow the directions it's kinda screwy. but once you get it set up it stays put.
Now on the 20L I used the "rail" that come with the Kit and used the Cilps for the optical switch and the high water sensor...BUT I got some small magnets from Home Depot and glued them with Aquarium Silicon to the "rails" (two each per rail) I mount them to the tank with the magnets Nano Stream style. Works great!
BTW: they also sell an Extension kit for that. Tunze Holder Device Extension 3000.260 for like 11.00

Excellent idea!!!!!!
 
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