auto top systems ?

[Billfisher]

Anyone have ideas on where i can get parts to build my own auto top system?

 

[cayenne]

Try Aquahub, they have a web site with plenty of components and kits.

 

[SS7]

Matt was putting together a kit for the group about a year ago and had a full list of what was needed. I believe he even picked up some switches and circuits. I'd give him a couple days to chime in.. it was a simple setup with overflow switch as well.

Sam

 

[PRDubois]

Here you go, this costs $20
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UmT2rV0iYE&feature=PlayList&p=9D7F3A9CDF1C7F79&index=0&playnext=1

Guy does not seem bright and has no safty, but the idea works if you do it right. Mainly using strippers instead of a razor. You can also make sure the splice is done properly and waterproof.

You can get the switch here:
http://www.chicagosensor.com/Miniature_Vertical_Mount_Float_Switches.html

Also, A aqualifter might work better then a powerhead.

If you dont want to messfith the float, you can just put an aqualifter on a timer fo 15 min or so a day. Whatever your normal water loss is.

 

[J. Montgomery]

I got float switches from www.autotopoff.com

They sit in my display tank and control a peristaltic pump (AquaMedic SP3000, I believe) thats mounted inside the stand. Its fed via a 5 gallon container of limewater.

Peristaltic pumps have the dual advantage of not burning out when run dry, and they have a slow flow rate which is good for adding limewater into the display.

 

[manderx]

i have relays and some of the boil&bend whatever stuff for quick and easy mounting brackets, but am out of float switches.