Ed Reef’s Shallow Crest Inspired ART
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That will create some serious flow in your already serious flow tank!!
I'm actually thinking of this pump also for my CL as my hammer head tends to hum a little too loud for my liking under my stand. (especially when the display and all is in your hall)
Can't decided at this moment between a RD and this pump?? Is your silence? How's this compare?? Some say it's basically the same RD pump in a different packaging with a cheaper price tag??
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Ed, This reef is kinds new, about 9 months old. I took out the drum to make sure there was no sand in it and just to give it a once over. All was good. Important part is the feed to the 4 way, make sure that it is above the area that any sand can be suction in. I put a PVC pipe into the bulk head about 12 inches up then slipped over that PVC pipe http://www.aquaticeco.com/search/0/rt244 which extends to just under the water line. It can not be seen. This allows plenty of area that snails etc can cling on the mesh tube without restricting the flow to the pump. This can also be slipped off if needed to remove and debris that night cling to it, so far that has not happened. Just insurance. Also from time to time the lube that came with the 4 way needs to be placed between the magnets and the separator plate. All easy. I also used flex PVC on the instillation to make it easy to maintain.
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<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14685341#post14685341 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Ed Reef
Thanks - yeah forgot to order those Omni flex nozzles... this is the 1st time for me to used OM but have heard lot's of goody stuff about em'.
Are they easy to maintain?? How often do you take them out for cleaning?/
Ed, This reef is kinds new, about 9 months old. I took out the drum to make sure there was no sand in it and just to give it a once over. All was good. Important part is the feed to the 4 way, make sure that it is above the area that any sand can be suction in. I put a PVC pipe into the bulk head about 12 inches up then slipped over that PVC pipe http://www.aquaticeco.com/search/0/rt244 which extends to just under the water line. It can not be seen. This allows plenty of area that snails etc can cling on the mesh tube without restricting the flow to the pump. This can also be slipped off if needed to remove and debris that night cling to it, so far that has not happened. Just insurance. Also from time to time the lube that came with the 4 way needs to be placed between the magnets and the separator plate. All easy. I also used flex PVC on the instillation to make it easy to maintain.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14685580#post14685580 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Ed Reef
That will create some serious flow in your already serious flow tank!!
I'm actually thinking of this pump also for my CL as my hammer head tends to hum a little too loud for my liking under my stand. (especially when the display and all is in your hall)
Can't decided at this moment between a RD and this pump?? Is your silence? How's this compare?? Some say it's basically the same RD pump in a different packaging with a cheaper price tag??
Wow, that is $600 plus shipping if i want to order it with the omni flex ouch.... As for the comparison, it is exactly the same in my eye. The only different is the color and the price of course...
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Thanks - I like the mesh cover...mmm must make something like that!! I'm also thinking of having the return of the CL slightly higher that the sandbed hidden by LR hopefully....
I will hook up TUBV on each input/output for easy dismantle for cleaning
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Thanks - I like the mesh cover...mmm must make something like that!! I'm also thinking of having the return of the CL slightly higher that the sandbed hidden by LR hopefully....
I will hook up TUBV on each input/output for easy dismantle for cleaning
laverda
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Ed looks like you are going to have a very nice set up. you can mount your T5 reflectors to the bulbs and angle them to help prevent too much light entering the room. Even still, I like the hanging canopy look myself. I think it looks simpler (even though it isn't) and cleaner.
I have had a derict drive OM 4way running for 5 years and only taken it apart once to change the drum. I wanted to try a different drum, but the old one was in good shape still, with only light wear.
I have had a derict drive OM 4way running for 5 years and only taken it apart once to change the drum. I wanted to try a different drum, but the old one was in good shape still, with only light wear.
laverda
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I use a 1/15 Hp Wave II pump for my main return. It is rated at 3000 gallons at 6 feet, if I remember correctly and draws about 135 watts restricted about 25 percent. I have it restricted a fair bit as my overflow will not handle the volume. The pump is pretty efficient and very quite. I was just comparing the numbers to the ATB Flow Star 3200 and 1800 to see if it made sense to change it out. Id definitely does not for the 3200, as the small watt savings would take 12-15 years for a return on investment at current electric rates here. It might make sense to go for the 1800, but the flow is only 1350 at 5 feet. I really don't want my flow below 1500 GPH.
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PLUMBING......
PLUMBING......
Most of my plumbing parts have arrived for the new tank.
As previous set-up, I will use a lot of true union and TUBV in my new tank. I cannot get those cool imported bulkheads like you guys get over there so I will have to make do with the local bulk heads…. Best I can find locally so far â€"œ double thread but only comes in 1 size
:rolleye1:
My my my….I’ve forgotten how expensive plumbing can be, even here in China :eek1:
PLUMBING......
Most of my plumbing parts have arrived for the new tank.
As previous set-up, I will use a lot of true union and TUBV in my new tank. I cannot get those cool imported bulkheads like you guys get over there so I will have to make do with the local bulk heads…. Best I can find locally so far â€"œ double thread but only comes in 1 size
:rolleye1: My my my….I’ve forgotten how expensive plumbing can be, even here in China :eek1:
It all adds up Ed. But it looks like you are off to a good start! Its probably already been posted here on your thread. But How long till you get the display tank and who is the builder.
I am going to use a OM 4 way on my rimless 245 gallon tank when I get the build started in the near future. I have the tank and the equipment sitting here for like 5 months! Just waiting too move too my new place. Also using a 4 way on Tim's build that I am doing here on RC.
I am in Toronto not too far from OceansMotions. I visited Paul at his shop too pick up a few 4 ways a few weeks back and he built one for me from scratch. He is also working on some interesting projects that everyone will soon see
I am going to use a OM 4 way on my rimless 245 gallon tank when I get the build started in the near future. I have the tank and the equipment sitting here for like 5 months! Just waiting too move too my new place. Also using a 4 way on Tim's build that I am doing here on RC.
I am in Toronto not too far from OceansMotions. I visited Paul at his shop too pick up a few 4 ways a few weeks back and he built one for me from scratch. He is also working on some interesting projects that everyone will soon see
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