Filter replacement for calcium reactor

[IBroughtPopcorn]

I purchased a used calcium reactor a while ago and I am ready to set it up now. *Disclaimer* - This will be my first time using a reactor so I have read many forums and watched many videos. This reactor only has one filter, and everything I have seen indicates has one on both sides of the media. The reactor is a PCI and PCI is out of business, so I cannot find replacement parts. However, it looks identical to the older reef octopus CR 140 so I have the manual for the CR 140 to use to help get this setup. The one original sponge/filter that I have is 5" diameter. Does anyone have a recommendation for a foam/sponge material? I also need to make another filter for my sump. While you're here, any recommendation for media would be helpful.


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[Pife]

I do not use any filters on my calcium reactor.

 

[Mr D smack]

No filter on mine either

 

[IBroughtPopcorn]

Ok Thank You. But I still need a new filter for the sump. Or is a vinegar soak good enough?


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[Mr D smack]

You might be able to get away with vinegar bath. I'd suggest just to replace the sump filter. If it's a filter for the feed pump for the reactor then definitely try a vinegar bath

 

[Schplitter]

Are you talking about the sponges on top and bottom? You can find those at pond supply places or fresh water LFS.

 

[IBroughtPopcorn]

Are you talking about the sponges on top and bottom? You can find those at pond supply places or fresh water LFS.

Thank you for replying. Yes I am referring to the ones on top and bottom. I will look at gateway the next time I go.


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