So I started on getting my Bubble Magus 3-way Dosing Pump setup today. I bought it last week, but have been trying to figure out how/where to set it up. My original thought was to use my nearly empty Kent Tech bottles, but decided I wanted something translucent so I could check the levels at a glance. Further, I didn't want to risk evap and changing concentration through a required vent hole in a solid container. My original thought was an IV saline drip bag, but found they were not refillable so added complication. I finally found a couple of sweet Platypus "canteens" that had a soft shell and 800mL capacity at my local high-end outdoors store. This should allow for about 60-days between refills at current dosing levels, all while staying sealed. I drilled out the included lids and added airline connects sealed with RTV silicone.
I had hoped to put the pump itself on the hollow section of the JBJ stand where the stilts are, but it was too thick to fit so had to cram it into my already cramped cabinet. Lesson learned? My next cabinet will be well oversized to allow for all equipment to be stored out of the way and allow for a work surface next to the tank for waterchanges and such.
Here is how it turned out:
I haven't quite figured out how to route the lines into the false wall sump area. I am waiting for my Tunze Osmolator to get here tomorrow so I can get a solution for all 4 tubes at one time.
You could use 3m super duty velcro tape and attach the pump under the shelf. I did that and it saves so much space. Check it out on my thread.
I do have a planned purchase for the center empty area left by my now tiny ORA bellina. I've also got a fish replacement lined up for my murdered damsel.
