Osmolator and magnets

[ReefTeacher]

I have my osmolator sensors in a comline filter (3166) and have been using the traditional brackets for holding it in place. I would like more flexibility to vary the water line so I tried a magnetic holder today. When I powered up the osmolator, the alarm went off signaling a high water level, although it was not. When I lifter the float sensor, the alarm stopped, as though the polarity of the switch had been reversed by the presence of the magnet. I immediatly removed the magnet and replaced the normal....but difficult to use, brackets.

My question is this....is there any way to have the float sensor that close to a magnetic holder....or must I use the brackets?

 

[rvitko]

It is possible to modify your filter so you can use the magnet holders. We have to glue a couple nipples at the bottom of the filter so the magnet holder would mount at the bottom. I can do it here or I can send you the nipples and glue.

 

[wastememphis]

Roger,

Similar question... I'm trying to find a way to attach my Osmolator in the back compartment of my all in one 34gallon Solana aquarium. I do not have mounting hardware just the straight brackets to hold the sensors on... how would you recommend going about attaching a magent to each high and low sensor bracket? As far away from optical and float sensors as possible or anywhere?

Neil

 

[rvitko]

The optic snesor is not affected by magnets, but the float is a magnet switch and cannot be near a magnet without some shielding. It is best to keep it 5-6" from a magnet holder.