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Forum: Photography 12-12-2016, 04:56 AM
Replies: 6
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Posted By element291
Who haw in the what now lol I will have to google...

Who haw in the what now lol I will have to google what RAW is, WB, K rating and how to adjust white balance. I thought I was a techie but that was all over my head. That sounds neat about the...
Forum: Photography 12-10-2016, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,976
Posted By element291
Camera for shooting reef with high UV

Hi guys I know nothing about photography I have Googled about which cameras would be good for getting colour of corals through my hydras high uv lighting.

I found everything to be from 4 years +...
Forum: Tank Journal 12-10-2016, 08:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
So I have done this and it has been running...

So I have done this and it has been running pretty good for over 24 hours now!
Forum: Tank Journal 12-09-2016, 05:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
If I close one completely and just use one drain...

If I close one completely and just use one drain I still have to close off that drain 50% or more due to how fast the drain is vs the pump.
I had the gate valves glued in downstairs initially, this...
Forum: Tank Journal 12-09-2016, 04:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
Right now it sort of runs like a herbie at least...

Right now it sort of runs like a herbie at least even though it has an air hole at the top of the right drain that one is opened up probably 3 turns whereas the left drain is only opened 1 turn or so...
Forum: Tank Journal 12-08-2016, 09:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
I built that last year have a breeding pair of...

I built that last year have a breeding pair of cinnamon clowns and a few corals that my angels in the 280 pic at.

Specs are

Tank Height = 12"
Tank Width = 12"
Tank Length = 48 "
Glass...
Forum: Tank Journal 12-08-2016, 04:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
I have considered spending the $600 on another...

I have considered spending the $600 on another hammerhead and doing what their manual here says -


#6. If more flow is required than a single pump can produce, consider using two or more pumps in...
Forum: Tank Journal 12-08-2016, 04:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,089
Posted By element291
8 Foot 280 Gallon -> Basement Sump Room

Hi guys,

I have been receiving some great feedback regarding my sump room from friends/LFS guys so I figured I would throw a few pics up for the community to see.

I also am open to ideas of...
Forum: DIY 12-08-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 22,015
Posted By element291
Those would be neat, I wonder what kind of metal...

Those would be neat, I wonder what kind of metal are on them and how the corrosion resistance would be.



Basically exactly the same. I figured I wasnt the only one doing these types of sensors!
Forum: DIY 12-07-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 22,015
Posted By element291
Never waste your $$$ on Apex leak detection, make your own!

Simple, skip spending over $100 on the Neptune Advanced Leak Detection Module (ALD and then $45 per probe.

Buy the IO breakout box for $40 which gives you actually 6 ports vs the ALDs measly 4.
...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 12-05-2016, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,017
Posted By element291
One big thing that just messed me up is that they...

One big thing that just messed me up is that they took away the apex awm controller support on the HD models. I have 3 non HD 52s and just got my new 52HD in the mail today to realize I can't connect...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 12-05-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,017
Posted By element291
Curious - what would be considered an upgrade...

Curious - what would be considered an upgrade from a hydra 26HD or 52HD? These lights I thought were top of the line top of the market.
Forum: Reef Supplies 11-25-2016, 07:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,279
Posted By element291
Blah of course they won't! I was waiting till...

Blah of course they won't! I was waiting till black friday to order a couple new 52HDs
Forum: Reef 11-09-2016, 11:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,936
Posted By element291
Oh yes, just the distribution before any energy...

Oh yes, just the distribution before any energy costs the bill is $60



The hydras I have still run quite a bit of juice although not as bad as MH or T5 of course.
I would say get yourself 2...
Forum: Reef 11-08-2016, 11:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,936
Posted By element291
oh man this is what I am hoping doesn't happen in...

oh man this is what I am hoping doesn't happen in my case!



Now this is more like what I hope my bill will be like! But I doubt it will be that cheap for me. Our setup sounds similar. I have 2...
Forum: Reef 11-08-2016, 03:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,936
Posted By element291
How much does the hobby run you on your hydro...

How much does the hobby run you on your hydro bill do you think compared to if you didnt have a tank?
Forum: Reef 11-06-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,936
Posted By element291
Lightbulb How much amperage is your tank drawing?

Using the amp monitoring on the Apex I can see my 280 gallon averages around 4.5 amps with lights on in daytime. 6 amps with heaters on full.

Tank draws around 3 amps when the lights are off at...
Forum: DIY 10-14-2016, 12:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,586
Posted By element291
Thanks to everyone's replies, I really appreciate...

Thanks to everyone's replies, I really appreciate the tips.
With your suggestions I have decided to go for the tank.
Now just to arrange 6 guys to help me lift the monster and go pick it up.
Forum: DIY 10-14-2016, 03:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,586
Posted By element291
What are your thoughts on a heat gun?

What are your thoughts on a heat gun?
Forum: DIY 10-13-2016, 10:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,586
Posted By element291
Vinyl Tank Background Removal

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone knew if a vinyl background adhered to starphire glass would be removable and would the glass be scratched up or damaged in the process?

Has anyone had any...
Forum: Reef Supplies 10-13-2016, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,000
Posted By element291
Excellent! I will be ordering some from yous...

Excellent!
I will be ordering some from yous in the next week when I place a large order of goodies I have been arranging to get all at once. :biggrin:
Forum: Tank Journal 10-10-2016, 11:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,558
Posted By element291
Amazing use of space on the sump design! I really...

Amazing use of space on the sump design! I really like your setup. Did a great job :amen:
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 10-10-2016, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,662
Posted By element291
PM sent on Apex gear

PM sent on Apex gear
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 10-07-2016, 01:01 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 643
Posted By element291
LF: Tank controller

Hi,

I am in the market for a tank controller. Opposed to going on reefsupplies and ordering a brand new apex I figured it would be worth seeing if anyone shutting down a tank or selling one used...
Forum: Buy/Sell/Trade (Aquatics hardware related only) 10-07-2016, 12:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,446
Posted By element291
Would you ship to L0K1E0 Ontario? I will pay...

Would you ship to L0K1E0 Ontario?
I will pay extra for the expense of course.
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