Korallin Calcium Reactor
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cpandrewschmidt
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I'm not sure if it's a JBJ or not as i bought it used. I called the guy and he didn't seem to have problems getting it to the 20psi range. I saw you said your check valve might have been clogged. What is that part and how do i clean it? Ahh, this thing is complicated.
Andrew
Andrew
jdieck
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The gauge is probably damaged. Before opening the cylinder valve the center knob should be screwed out so the regulator diaphragm is closed before opening the cylinder valve.
If the regulator center knob is set to a regulating position when opening the cylinder valve, the output gauge receives a very high momentary jolt of pressure (About 1000 psi) which far exceeds its range capabilities thus damaging the internal mechanism.
Take the regulator to your nearby welding store and have the gauge replaced.
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jdieck
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I normally do not recommend specific brands as there are a lot of good ones out there. I have read good reviews of the Geo, the MRC, and what seems top of the line MTC reactors. Although Korallin doe not have a second chamber it is also a reactor with very good reviews, if later on you need a second chamber MRC sells second chamber add ons. If you look for value something like a Reeftek may be what you are looking for.
cpandrewschmidt
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that gauge isn't something i can buy and replace myself? I wouldn't have the first clue as to where to look for a welding shop around here.
The gauge responds just doesn't go lower, i can get it to climb to 60 psi by adjusting things. You're probably right that it's broke though. I never turned any knobs before plugging it in, figured they would have all been closed when the other guy took it down.
The gauge responds just doesn't go lower, i can get it to climb to 60 psi by adjusting things. You're probably right that it's broke though. I never turned any knobs before plugging it in, figured they would have all been closed when the other guy took it down.
cpandrewschmidt
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Ok, i have my reactor working now. I've started at 10 bubbles/min and 40 dpm for my effuluent cup as suggested by dragonslayer. I'm running ARM media. I'm trying to test with my Salifert kit for dKH. I can't get any reading from it however. I'll drip through the entire syringe and not get anything.
Also, how do you actually get these readings of 30-50 dkH The chart only goes up to 16.0 KH value in dKH. I'm lost, hopefully someone can help.
Thanks, Andrew
Also, how do you actually get these readings of 30-50 dkH The chart only goes up to 16.0 KH value in dKH. I'm lost, hopefully someone can help.
Thanks, Andrew
cpandrewschmidt
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ttt, anyone?
cpandrewschmidt
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Ok i did the diluted test
I tested with 2ml of RO/DI 2ml from the effluent cup. I used 1 Drop of the KH Ind. from the kit (was that right or do i need two drops?) It finally changed with 1.90 syringes. Does that mean i have a reading of 72 dKH?
I tested with 2ml of RO/DI 2ml from the effluent cup. I used 1 Drop of the KH Ind. from the kit (was that right or do i need two drops?) It finally changed with 1.90 syringes. Does that mean i have a reading of 72 dKH?
CamBarr
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Hey Guys I have a bit of a problem.
I keep loosing pressure to my C-1502 it runs fine for a couple of days then the drip will slow then stop i am using an aqua lifter pump to feed this reactor and im using outputs 1 and 2 output 1 is at about 15 dpm and outlet one is at about 10 dpm i'm also at about 15-20 bpm
should i get a bigger feed pump?
thanks for the help
I keep loosing pressure to my C-1502 it runs fine for a couple of days then the drip will slow then stop i am using an aqua lifter pump to feed this reactor and im using outputs 1 and 2 output 1 is at about 15 dpm and outlet one is at about 10 dpm i'm also at about 15-20 bpm
should i get a bigger feed pump?
thanks for the help
jdieck
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Before you get a bigger pump try dripping only from the outlet on the top of the chamber, that normally improves the stability.
Also insure that there is no bubbles that get trapped inside the small lines and that the lines are directed to let the bubbles be carried out (No inverted "U" loops as an example).
Also if the reactor is higher than the level in the sump try setting it on the floor next to the sump so the aqualifter does not require to lift the water too high.
If you are using the aqualifter filter insure is cleaned regularly.
Also insure that there is no bubbles that get trapped inside the small lines and that the lines are directed to let the bubbles be carried out (No inverted "U" loops as an example).
Also if the reactor is higher than the level in the sump try setting it on the floor next to the sump so the aqualifter does not require to lift the water too high.
If you are using the aqualifter filter insure is cleaned regularly.
