Profilux II plus aquarium controller

[support@proline]

Hi Chris
Here is a picture of the Dimmable T5/T8 module ,very easy to wire the wiring supplied will be hooked to profilux & the ballasts will be wired to the module

[siskiou]

Originally Posted by support@proline

Hi Chris
Here is a picture of the Dimmable T5/T8 module

Are there going to be any of the GHL dimmable T5 light bars available, and if yes, what will the prices be?

I'm trying to decide between dimmable ballasts to convert my TEK light and GHL lights.

My Profilux II Plus arrived this week and it's a lot of fun figuring out the settings and the many options it offers!

[support@proline]

Siskiou
Welcome to Canreef
Yes they will be available ,but first we will release the DIY ballast & Module.
I am not sure what the price be just yet ,I will keep you posted.
We will also have fixtures with dimmable ballasts ,I will let you know as soon as I find out more.
Jason

[MNSPS]

I can't wait to see what new functionality they will be releasing with the Firmware 3.00 especially in regards to dosing. I was going to get a Grotech TEC III NG digital dosing system, but I'm going to wait and see what the new capabilities for dosing pump control will be. Ideally I would like to be able to control two seperate dosing pumps that could be switched on and off on an hourly basis.

[siskiou]

Originally Posted by support@proline

Siskiou
Welcome to Canreef
Yes they will be available ,but first we will release the DIY ballast & Module.
I am not sure what the price be just yet ,I will keep you posted.
We will also have fixtures with dimmable ballasts ,I will let you know as soon as I find out more.
Jason

Thanks for the welcome!

How soon do you think the DIY ballasts and module are out?
And do you have any idea of the sizes?
I have a Tek fixture and am hoping that they will fit in there.

-Susanne

[support@proline]

Hi sussane
I should be able to have an answer for you end of next week.
That is what we are told
As for size ,We have 2 different samples here ,one is a bit larger than the other ,but these are fully electronic ballasts & very low profile ,smaller than the other T5 ballasts that I have seen.
I will keep you posted as we know more.
Jason

[siskiou]

Originally Posted by support@proline

I will keep you posted as we know more.
Jason

Thanks!

I'm eagerly awaiting more info!

[bullit67]

Matthias

How offten should I be cleaning the probes or do they need any service? And what is the best way to do it with out damaging them

Thanks
Doug

[Ginzo]

Hi Proline,

I'm happy I found this thread, since I'm really considering buying the Profilux II controller ! I live in Montreal, Canada.

I'm just a little confused by all the options on it. Can you explain to me how the dimming lights work ? For example, currently I have two Giesemann Nova II lamps (150 watts HQI) with electronic balast. Will I be able to dimm those lights ? If yes, what is required ?

Also, I'm looking at purchasing 2 Sunlight Supply 36" Ready Fit T5 Retrofit Fixtures (2-bulb, 2x39W). It comes completely assembled with TEK Reflectors and a 8' power cord. Features a major brand ballast. My question is, will I be able to dimm those T5 Fixtures with the Profilux II controller, if yes do I have to purchase an extra ballast..or anything else ?

Also, I'm either looking at dosing a two part additif or running a calcium reactor (most likely the Deltec PF501). What would you suggest to use with the Profilux controller ?

One last question, does the Profilux Controller support Bluethooth ?

Thanks,
Ginzo

[SuperFudge]

hello Ginzo,

"I'm just a little confused by all the options on it. Can you explain to me how the dimming lights work ? For example, currently I have two Giesemann Nova II lamps (150 watts HQI) with electronic balast. Will I be able to dimm those lights ? If yes, what is required ?"

Unfortunatly you wont be able to dim these.

"Also, I'm looking at purchasing 2 Sunlight Supply 36" Ready Fit T5 Retrofit Fixtures (2-bulb, 2x39W). It comes completely assembled with TEK Reflectors and a 8' power cord. Features a major brand ballast. My question is, will I be able to dimm those T5 Fixtures with the Profilux II controller, if yes do I have to purchase an extra ballast..or anything else ? "

I would reccomend a call to the manufacturer, if the t-5 ballast is dimmable, then it shouldnt be a problem.
You would need a card for the profilux to accomplish this.

"Also, I'm either looking at dosing a two part additif or running a calcium reactor (most likely the Deltec PF501). What would you suggest to use with the Profilux controller ?"

It really is up to you here, it is capable of running dosers, feed pumps or any comination of them....
I would reccomend a couple of continuous duty dosers. You can also run the ca+ reactor with the doser for a super accurate and consistant effluent rate.

Marc.