(First Reef Tank Ever) **** 600gal Display **** 1300gal System

[jnarowe]

wow...that is some cutting edge stuff. expensive but really interesting too.

 

[xinumaster]

I remember "Shutiny" had one of that but was constantly a problem.

here is her thread. Look at the middle of page2 where she mentioned about her dialyseas.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1038647&perpage=25&pagenumber=2

 

[jnarowe]

thanks for that. I remember seeing that tank but not the dialysis machine...somehow that seems like it would be prone to issues. I am also surprised at the low cost of the filters and high cost of the whole unit. I wonder how they are doing now?

 

[cbui2]

heres another one i found, also the automatic self cleaning aquarium filter was another one was looking into also..still researching before any plans are made to purchased them..
http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-04/pr/index.php

 

[jnarowe]

wow. he really put up a nice article on it. good find!

 

[rppvt]

"heres another one i found, also the automatic self cleaning aquarium filter was another one was looking into also..still researching before any plans are made to purchased them..
http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-04/pr/index.php"

Man... is this going to be on the mid-term..?

 

[cbui2]

pretty much, read the whole article but still a little skeptical about this system both automated ro/di and self cleaning filter, need to check more info.

ok since i have been quiet now for few days with no updates. here are some specs for my custom light rack which will be fully motorized.. i wanted to do something very different since i loved to dream, so please slap me already to wake me up one day when this is over lol.
:eek1: :lol: :rolleye1: :eek2:
hopefully this will give you some ideas how this will turn out..
heavy duty stainsteel slides were installed (500lbs holding capacity w/full extension), next cabinet plywood (7ply) and 2x10 was cut then treated with 6 coats of spar finish over couple days.

 

[cbui2]

here are some more pic's

 

[rppvt]

as i remember, those slides work best and don't flex when all the holes are drilled/screwed. I know that's just a temporary mount, right?

 

[jnarowe]

whoa! so you are going to have the lights slide out into the viewing room when you work on the tank?

 

[reefman13]

Full setup shots, as of now?

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9763760#post9763760 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by rppvt
as i remember, those slides work best and don't flex when all the holes are drilled/screwed. I know that's just a temporary mount, right?

yes, this is just temporary so all wood can be cutout and measure to exact size and fitment. 2x10 will hold it in place also will be supported by the ceiling, tank, and frame around the top when completed. stainless steel bolts will be used to hold slides in place.

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9764200#post9764200 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jnarowe
whoa! so you are going to have the lights slide out into the viewing room when you work on the tank?

yep ain't that kind of cool, most likely will leave vho on and turn off MH, or turn them all off except for PFO moonlights since they are so pretty, also keep in mind that this will be fully motorized. cabinet doors will probably flip open at the top for any feeding or little maintenance.

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9764606#post9764606 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by reefman13
Full setup shots, as of now?

this is just the beginning, more adjustments will be made.

 

[jnarowe]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9765017#post9765017 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by cbui2
yep ain't that kind of cool, most likely will leave vho on and turn off MH, or turn them all off except for PFO moonlights since they are so pretty, also keep in mind that this will be fully motorized. cabinet doors will probably flip open at the top for any feeding or little maintenance.

OK so I am not sure what the purpose of that is. Is it a neccessity due to lack of space in the tank room, or just to give you better access to the tank?

I have my lights on individual rails so that I can just move one at a time. My reasoning on that is so that I can keep most of the light going and not disturb the tank inhabitants as much. I am sure you realize that the halides put out some serious heat and so they will have to be shut down when you slide the lamp fixture out, and that adds to the "recovery" time since it will take a while for them to get back up to speed when you do restart them.

What grade stainless are the slides?

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9765382#post9765382 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jnarowe
OK so I am not sure what the purpose of that is. Is it a neccessity due to lack of space in the tank room, or just to give you better access to the tank?

I have my lights on individual rails so that I can just move one at a time. My reasoning on that is so that I can keep most of the light going and not disturb the tank inhabitants as much. I am sure you realize that the halides put out some serious heat and so they will have to be shut down when you slide the lamp fixture out, and that adds to the "recovery" time since it will take a while for them to get back up to speed when you do restart them.

What grade stainless are the slides?

much better access since lack of space in tank room, MH will be turn off if working for long period time, if not they will stay on. PFO HQI single ballast is what i am using.

 

[jnarowe]

well, that sounds interesting indeed and I understand the space issue, but I would be concerned about someone else in the house running into the light array or even burning themself.

Any idea on the grade of Stainless? The reason I ask is that I have a variety of 18-8 in my tank room because that is what is commonly available, but even though it is sld into the marine trade, it does not stand up well to a salt water environment for long.

 

[rppvt]

slides

slides

The reason I ask is that I have a variety of 18-8 in my tank room because that is what is commonly available, but even though it is sld into the marine trade, it does not stand up well to a salt water environment for long.

That's a good point- any metal suffers after a time. Probably good before you set-up your track to coat it with wd-40 or some light oil, just to make sure.
I also believe cbui2 plans to box in the lighting so as to cover the slides from splash etc, should there be any that gets out there. Maybe that'll help.

 

[jnarowe]

yeah, I tried to source 316 screws for my skimmer and reactors and had a tough time. My SS tables are rusting as we chat.

 

[cbui2]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=9765675#post9765675 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jnarowe
well, that sounds interesting indeed and I understand the space issue, but I would be concerned about someone else in the house running into the light array or even burning themself.

Any idea on the grade of Stainless? The reason I ask is that I have a variety of 18-8 in my tank room because that is what is commonly available, but even though it is sld into the marine trade, it does not stand up well to a salt water environment for long.

here's the link and hopefully give you full details on them.
http://www.accuride.com/products/woodworking/details.php?p=9301&c=heavyduty_wa

this will be exactly like the drawer and will be in box housing made from 7ply cabinet plywood covered with 6 layers spar so far and might add some more for added protection. all light fixtures will be supported with aluminum. salt splash will never make it to slides since they are mounted 8" above the tank on the outer side of wood. light rack is approx. 85" high and my kids will be nowhere near there when any work is performed. if not I will build some kind of heat resistant material that drop down which will be mounted on the inside of light rack similar to window blinds that roll up.