Biocube 29: loud pump and lost canopy

[DizziDezi2]

The return pump that the biocube came with is running loudly. I unhooked it and its been hard to get it back on properly. Can I glue the tubing onto the return nozzle?


Also- need a new glass canopy. Lost in a move.

Ideas?

 

[ryeguyy84]

I zip tied the hose to the return outlet and replaced the pump with a cobalt 1200 super quiet

 

[avelino78]

I made a mesh top for mine. I bought the kit from BRS. It works great.

 

[DizziDezi2]

The zip tie is a great idea. Thank you!


Can I just replace it with any pump or does it need to push a certain amount of water for the 29?

Avelino- Do you have the HQI? Its ok to put the mesh under the metal halide?

 

[DizziDezi2]

Also Avelino- which kit did you buy from the site? Does it substantially cut back on dirt/etc falling into the top of it?


http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/sumps-tanks-refugiums/diy-screen-tops.html

 

[avelino78]

I have the HQI and the 1/4 netting was fine. I think it's fine I'm sure dust gets in but I haven't has any issues.

 

[ryeguyy84]

The zip tie is a great idea. Thank you!


Can I just replace it with any pump or does it need to push a certain amount of water for the 29?

Avelino- Do you have the HQI? Its ok to put the mesh under the metal halide?

You can use any pump that fits... I zip tied after coming home to a fountain. Luckily the fountain was aimed into the tank because I took the left hand cover off and put a fan over it.

What lights are you guys using? I was convinced my Phoenix 14k bulb was burning my coral (uv damage) so I put the glass back on.

 

[avelino78]

I switched to the radions led. I have seen better coral growth and I can have the lights on longer. View attachment 206681

 

[ryeguyy84]

And bonus no fan needed. Very nice!