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03-11-2009, 12:13 PM
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Easiest way I know is with 2 Omron Timers. Most Electrical wholesalers/commercial contractors will have Omron Timers. H3CR is the model code I use. With the 2 timers, you wire them up so the one sets on time, then the other sets the off time. You will probibally not find a ready made timer setup for purchase for your unique application. If you need help, I can draw you out a wiring schematic for wiring. They should also be able to help you at the Elec supply store
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03-11-2009, 03:26 PM
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I came across this thread on Reef Central and it may be just what you are looking for:
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...5&pagenumber=1 It is a lgihting timer but you can control the intervals. Sounds like it might be what you need. Here is a link where you can get it: http://www.progearwarehouse.com/Chauvet-SF-4005 I'm considering getting one, just trying to figure out the best/cheapest way to get it to canada.
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03-11-2009, 03:35 PM
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Wrong time of year but I used to use christmas light timers, basically they plugged into the wall and then your christmas lights would plug into them. I got them from the dollar store and they worked awesome on hagen/MJ powerheads. You might try that route.
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03-11-2009, 11:08 PM
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thanks for the input guys. I will definitely look into that DJ light timer... In fact I'll probably pick one up for myself while I'm at it since it looks like a very cheap alternative to a wavemaker and would do well on my own tank at home!
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03-11-2009, 11:13 PM
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I can see that the trick to this is going to be getting the on/off adjustable to the second. There are lots of timers, but they are limited to on/off by minute.
I control my peristaltic pumps to the second with my Aquatronica...but I'm sure you don't want to go that extreme.
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03-12-2009, 12:07 AM
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Something to look into maybe what they call "repeat cycle" or "percentage cycle" timers.
Some links you can try exploring (look at page 2 of this thread): http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/sho...d.php?t=43323& Happy hunting though .. I don't imagine you'll find these timers at your average hardware store.
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03-12-2009, 12:07 AM
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The only programmable timer I can find with a minimum setting of 1 sec is the Mist King timer I use on my viv.
It only has 8 programs so it might not be enough for you. There are repeat cycle timers that go down to 5 sec and I think I saw some that were min 1 sec. Check out the hydroponic stores.
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