Please critique!!
Hello,
After seeing so many tanks being whipped out by Irma and the need for generators as well as gas. I have been thinking a great deal on how to achieve an extended battery backup solution for my 330g. I have read many DIY builds on RC and I think I have a solution that might work for me and my pumps.
Objective:
Run all DC pumps at 70% Flow and cooling fans for 5+ days
Extended runtime without lowering speeds
DC pumps:
4 x PP20 Jeboa wave makers
2 x DCS12000 return pumps
1 x 36v DC reef octopus pump for Skimmer
What I am looking to get:
2 x 12V 110 Ah Deep Cycle AGM marine batteries
1 x NOCO Genius G15000 12V/24V 15A Pro Series UltraSafe Smart Battery Charger
20pcs x 5.5 x 2.1mm 2 Terminals DC Power Cable Male Connector
Thicker gauge cables to feed Jeboa controllers.
Voltage Booster Power DC Converter Regulator 12V/24V Step up to 36V 2A 72W (for Skimmer pump)
Other backup solutions for lights, controller, bigger fans and other components will be the use of portable generators. Generator will also charge batteries when running.
Pro's
1. I did research on ice cap battery solution but it would be costly to get 6 untis and run times will be far shorter and doesn't address skimmer pump.
2. less power bricks to manage
3. Heat from power brick and cable mgmt will be easier.
4. Will have similar cut over as a UPS.
5. Will run my skimmer keeping it oxygenated.
6. can be charged by generator.
Con's:
1. battery cost
2. space
3. cables should be shorter ranges.
4. Still need controllers
Thanks,
Z
Hello,
After seeing so many tanks being whipped out by Irma and the need for generators as well as gas. I have been thinking a great deal on how to achieve an extended battery backup solution for my 330g. I have read many DIY builds on RC and I think I have a solution that might work for me and my pumps.
Objective:
Run all DC pumps at 70% Flow and cooling fans for 5+ days
Extended runtime without lowering speeds
DC pumps:
4 x PP20 Jeboa wave makers
2 x DCS12000 return pumps
1 x 36v DC reef octopus pump for Skimmer
What I am looking to get:
2 x 12V 110 Ah Deep Cycle AGM marine batteries
1 x NOCO Genius G15000 12V/24V 15A Pro Series UltraSafe Smart Battery Charger
20pcs x 5.5 x 2.1mm 2 Terminals DC Power Cable Male Connector
Thicker gauge cables to feed Jeboa controllers.
Voltage Booster Power DC Converter Regulator 12V/24V Step up to 36V 2A 72W (for Skimmer pump)
Other backup solutions for lights, controller, bigger fans and other components will be the use of portable generators. Generator will also charge batteries when running.
Pro's
1. I did research on ice cap battery solution but it would be costly to get 6 untis and run times will be far shorter and doesn't address skimmer pump.
2. less power bricks to manage
3. Heat from power brick and cable mgmt will be easier.
4. Will have similar cut over as a UPS.
5. Will run my skimmer keeping it oxygenated.
6. can be charged by generator.
Con's:
1. battery cost
2. space
3. cables should be shorter ranges.
4. Still need controllers
Thanks,
Z
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