Best gauges/solenoid for calcium reactor

[tkimmons85]

Just wanting to get multiple opinions on what the best gauge/solenoid is for a calcium reactor. I have heard that reef octopus is a good one for the money and I have read that aquaticlife makes a good one. Anyway Im just trying to research them before I buy one for my new reactor( Thanks Bill !!)

 

[Vinny Kreyling]

Reef Fanatic is recognized here on RC as a good one.
I use a Milwaukee as did the maintenance company I worked for.

 

[Pickupman66]

I have a Milwaukee set. they work well. just make sure the ones you get have the solenoid on them and have a detailed low pressure gauge.

 

[poolkeeper1]

The Aquarium plants Electronic ones are very good also, I think Andy has one if i remember right. Maybe he can chime in on it and how it has worked out.
Bill

 

[stoney1118]

The Aquarium plants Electronic ones are very good also, I think Andy has one if i remember right. Maybe he can chime in on it and how it has worked out.
Bill

+1 these things are fn awesome. imo 10 times better than the solonoid style. if im not mistaken you can geet the non lcd version for like 100$ i love mine! way way way easier and super accurate and super reliable, hands down the best and no doubt the easiest.

 

[andywe]

aquarium plants.com..the best..no solenoid to have to keep adjusting or wear out as it is electronically controlled..and a 3year warranty...works awesome.

 

[tkimmons85]

Cool I definitely check that one out.

 

[Pickupman66]

ok, can I redo my earlier post. I googled that and HOLY COW THAT IS SWEEEET!!!! I may just have to get one of those boxes myself for my regulator.

 

[poolkeeper1]

Yeah man, There's been a lot of progress from them Old School Way's in ten years! LOL
Bill

 

[tkimmons85]

http://www.aquariumplants.com/AquariumPlants_com_s_Electronic_Co2_Regulator_p/co2.htm

Im guessin that this is it, looks awesome. But I dont see anywhere where it says anything about the price being 100 bucks. The cheapest I see is 189.99 which is still a fair price for what it is.

 

[tkimmons85]

Also just want to let you know. I found a pretty darn good deal on a 10lb Co2 tank. AL Compressed Gas in nashville sells them new for 85 bucks and 15 for a refill.

 

[andywe]

thats the rate I pay,..the outfit on lebanon rd not far from spence lane. just make sure you get beverage grade gas.