Sirjohn's 92 Gallon Corner

[sirjohn]

I thought I would share some pictures of my 92 gallon corner, just before I start filling it. Hope you enjoy them!

 

[sirjohn]

Here are some more...

 

[myakkareef]

That's probably the nicest 92 corner I have seen. Including my own. Can't wait to see some pics of it up and running. Well thought out...

 

[Pacific Reefs]

That makes my 92 corner look like something from the 80s. By the way the stand and canopy are beautiful. I can't wait to see it running.

 

[rachelcb80]

Ummm, drool! Maybe I can talk my husband into refinancing the house and I could afford a set up that nice!

 

[sirjohn]

Thanks for the comments guys. I left the hobby for about 2 years while I was moving, saved some money, planned like crazy, and tried to do things right this time. I'm sure I forgot something, but oh well

The stand and canopy were the costliest items, by far.

 

[joeychitwood]

Beautiful stand and hood, and elegant technical setup. Be sure to post photos of your progress.

 

[Husky_1]

Hey,
That tank looks very nice. I love to see a tank that someone took the time to make the wiring and everything look perfect. I just bought a 92 and will start the upgrade withing the next few weeks.

Are those streams on the side walls or did you drill? I drilled my 37g tank, but dont think I am going to drill my 92, instead my CL will be running in the canopy. The cost of the error can be very expensive if I cracked the new tank.

What is the inside height of your stand?

 

[Husky_1]

Oh, one other question, did you buy the AGA overflow kit, or did you make your own?

 

[sirjohn]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10539228#post10539228 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by joeychitwood
Beautiful stand and hood, and elegant technical setup. Be sure to post photos of your progress.

Thank you joey, I will. The stand and canopy were made by BRI Aquatic Cabinets in Jacksonville, Florida.

Are those streams on the side walls or did you drill? I drilled my 37g tank, but dont think I am going to drill my 92, instead my CL will be running in the canopy. The cost of the error can be very expensive if I cracked the new tank.

Thanks for your comments Husky_1. Those are a pair of Vortechs, no drilling required! http://www.ecotechmarine.com/

What is the inside height of your stand?

Inside clearance is 32". Stand is 34" high (36.5" with the trim).

Oh, one other question, did you buy the AGA overflow kit, or did you make your own?

I bought the All-Glass Megaflow Accessory Kit. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produ...ll&Ntx=mode+matchallpartial&Np=1&N=2004&Nty=1

 

[Husky_1]

Sorry for the questions, but I am just trying to get ideas.

Where did you mount those ballasts? And is that a heat sync for the ballasts? If so where did you get it?

Thanks,
Dale

 

[Reefing102]

looking good, can't wait to see more pics

 

[sirjohn]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10541501#post10541501 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Husky_1
Sorry for the questions, but I am just trying to get ideas.

Where did you mount those ballasts? And is that a heat sync for the ballasts? If so where did you get it?

Thanks,
Dale

No problem. The ballasts (2) are Icecap 660s. They are mounted on the outside of the canopy, left side (so you can't see them when you come in through the door). The metal plate is indeed a heat sink and it comes with the Icecap ballast, no extra charge.


**Update**

I did a leak test last night, and so far so good. If there are no leaks, I should have all the water in by tonight. I'll post more pics when I get home later.

I'm also working on an equipment list for anyone that might be interested, which I'll post soon. Thanks for all your comments.

 

[King-Kong]

uhmm.. wow? That is an awesome sump setup and great mounting.

Kudos for the time and patience! I am jealous..

 

[sirjohn]

Thanks for the nice comments everyone.


Here's my Equipment List for those who may be interested:

Tank: All-Glass 92 gallon corner “reef-ready” (with corner overflow). Megaflow accessory kit.

Stand and Canopy: BRI Aquatic Cabinets (Jacksonville, FL)

Lighting: 4 x 36” (39 watt) T5s HO and 4 x 24” (24 watt) T5s HO, each (over)driven by an Icecap 660 ballast. Combination of blue plus, aquasun and super actinic bulbs (thanks to Grim for the bulb selection). Two (2) white LED lunar moonlights. 18 watt PC fixture on refugium.

Sump/Refugium: ADHI Model 20
Return Pump: Eheim 1260
Additional Circulation: Two (2) Vortech Propeller Pumps, with Ecotech battery backup on one.

Protein Skimmer: Tunze 9010, configured for in-sump use.
UV Sterilizer: AquaC Classic, 25 watt, running inline on return line.

RO/DI Filter (not pictured): Kent Marine Deluxe Hi-S Maxxima, 60 GPD.

Misc: Pinpoint wireless water thermometer / Pinpoint PH monitor / Five (5) Intermatic digital outdoor timers to control the two Icecap ballasts, moonlights/refugium light, skimmer/UV filter, and one Vortech/sump fan.


The open space in the stand on the left is for a calcium reactor OR a 2-part auto-dosing setup (using a Litermeter III), I haven't decided yet. Any suggestions?

 

[stevedola]

very nice

 

[chem-e]

Wow that's one nice setup you've got there. I wish mine was that well thought out. Can't wait to see more pics when you start stocking it. Please post more pics along the way.

 

[ahoyhoy239]

wow great looking setup!

I just started a 92 about a month ago and wanted to setup a new sump but was scared that the Eheim 1260 i had from my old setup would not be powerful enough on this tank. how do you think it does with that much head?
have you tried it with and w/o the UV? it seems like that would be too much for the pump to handle.

im kind of in shock that you managed to fit all those T5's in there lol

 

[chem-e]

Yea, that was pretty slick how you were able to squeeze in 8 bulbs. I was able to get decent growth for my corals with 4 bulbs. With 8 bulbs, it should look sweet.

I am curious why you didn't go with a controller instead of all the separate timers and meters.

 

[sirjohn]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10546056#post10546056 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by ahoyhoy239
wow great looking setup!

I just started a 92 about a month ago and wanted to setup a new sump but was scared that the Eheim 1260 i had from my old setup would not be powerful enough on this tank. how do you think it does with that much head?
have you tried it with and w/o the UV? it seems like that would be too much for the pump to handle.

im kind of in shock that you managed to fit all those T5's in there lol

Thanks Ahoy. The Eheim 1260 is doing fine so far. The overflow in the corner is only rated for 400 gph, I believe, so I figured a 1260 would be enough with the added head from the UV.

Also, I purposefully went with the 1260 instead of, say, the 1262 because I only wanted 3-5 times turnover in the tank, so as to avoid microbubbles. The main circulation will be handled by the 2 vortechs. The vortechs, by the way, are performing beautifully. When throttled under 50%, they are really quiet.