1/4 Inch ro tubing to brute container

[ryeguyy84]

Hi All, I'm setting up an auto water change but I don't want to just dangle the 1/4 inch line in my brute container so i'm trying to figure out a way to use a bulk head or similar but I can't find anything.

My original plan was to use the BRS 1/4 inch push connect bulkhead but it turns out to be a dry fitting only.

anyone do something similar?

 

[crawling junk]

Want it mounted on the the lid or bottom of the brute?


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[scav1180]

I use a mini float valve on my brute to connect my RO line.

 

[crawling junk]

You can use the push fitting. I did it. Just have to get a washer on it


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[ryeguyy84]

I want it on the side toward the bottom.

 

[ryeguyy84]

You can use the push fitting. I did it. Just have to get a washer on it


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really? it seems kinda weak, I'm not looking for a divorce if it leaks.

 

[ryeguyy84]

I use a mini float valve on my brute to connect my RO line.

Like the one that shuts off the RO line when it's full? I thought about that but wasn't sure what was involved

 

[crawling junk]

really? it seems kinda weak, I'm not looking for a divorce if it leaks.

And how is your tank bulkhead constructed? Same way


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[scav1180]

Like the one that shuts off the RO line when it's full? I thought about that but wasn't sure what was involved

Yes. not sure if that's how you want yours.

Pretty easy install.

Drill hole for valve. connect hose and you are done.

 

[ryeguyy84]

And how is your tank bulkhead constructed? Same way


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excellent point. . . where did you get the washer?

 

[crawling junk]

excellent point. . . where did you get the washer?

Home depot. Make sure its the same size. Id and od


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[ryeguyy84]

Thank you!

 

[slief]

As mentioned above. Get a John Guest 1/4” bulkhead. Home Depot and Lowes sell them without the seal though. You could use the rubber seal from a garden hose to make it water tight. Just put the seal on the inside. I’ve been using the John Guest style bulkheads in my 100 gallon RODI tank for years as well as in my sump and never had leaks. Granted, I always buy the ones that come with the seal. I normally get them from Spectrapure or other online sources.

 

[FullBoreReefer]

I did the above use an adjustable float valve. I then adjusted the float to the lowest possible setting. Then the actual water level never reaches the bulkhead. Mine is water tight, but I also don’t allow the water to reach it.

 

[Dr RBG]

Float Valve

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[Maggie321]

As mentioned above. Get a John Guest 1/4" bulkhead. Home Depot and Lowes sell them without the seal though. You could use the rubber seal from a garden hose to make it water tight. Just put the seal on the inside. I've been using the John Guest style bulkheads in my 100 gallon RODI tank for years as well as in my sump and never had leaks. Granted, I always buy the ones that come with the seal. I normally get them from Spectrapure or other online sources.

*face palm* I used silicone to seal it. Glued that puppy in tight. Never crossed my mind to look for a gasket type seal.

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[slief]

*face palm* I used silicone to seal it. Glued that puppy in tight. Never crossed my mind to look for a gasket type seal.

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I'm sure you're not the first to do that and won't be the last. I use these or the ones from Lowes and add an oring or garden hose seal.
https://spectrapure.com/PARTS-SUPPLIES/FITTINGS/Bulkhead-Union-1-4in-Quick-Connect-Acetal-w-washer

 

[ryeguyy84]

I'm sure you're not the first to do that and won't be the last. I use these or the ones from Lowes and add an oring or garden hose seal.
https://spectrapure.com/PARTS-SUPPLIES/FITTINGS/Bulkhead-Union-1-4in-Quick-Connect-Acetal-w-washer

This is exactly what I'm looking for

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[five.five-six]

I use a mini float valve on my brute to connect my RO line.

I do the same and they last a very long time with RO water. With kalk or tapwater, not so much. I have been using the same float valve for about 10 years. Probably time to change it now LOL

 

[dmsprague]

try this from bulk reef supply

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reverse osmosis adjustable float valve
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