Using apex as ATO controller

[Dactylopterus]

Could I ATO with the apex and the MP2 conductivity/temp module controlling an aqualifter pump?

Is this way safe reliable and accurate?

What problems had you have using this configuration?

What is the recommended setup for ATO with the apex controller?

Thanks,

 

[aquamanic]

Yes, many people use the Apex as an ATO controller including myself but there's no way I would do it based on the salinity (PM2 not MP2). It is neither safe nor accurate enough for ATO. Use it as another measurement if you want but for an ATO just use a series of floats. There are plenty of threads on how to set it up and there's a complete picture DIY in my handbook along with sources for the floats and how to make a DIY interface "breakout" box.

 

[Dactylopterus]

So it's not worth buying the PM2 module if my goal is build an ATO, I'm going to read your manual,

Thanks!

 

[aquamanic]

If you want to monitor salinity, then the PM2 is what you need. I just wouldn't use it as my trigger for the ATO. Floats are much safer IMHO. Others may disagree and I encourage you to do some research on ATO solutions posted here.

 

[bamf25]

I just set up my ATO using Alan's instructions, down to the ATO container, yesterday. It is working flawless in the first 24 hrs. You will just need to buy the break out box as well as a few floats.

 

[cm11599ps]

I'm still new to the controller game. I have 2 breakout boxes coming and I already have the float switched needed for my sump. I'm having a low level float and a high level float in my sump. I then will have an additional float a little higher then the high level float as a backup in case the high level float fails.

I plan on using this setup not only as an ATO, but also as a water change system.

 

[Ninja1]

I'm guessing you can use the Tunze with it as well....?

 

[swearint]

Can you be more specific? Are you referring to the Osmolator?

Todd

 

[Ninja1]

Yes, I was referring to the osmolator. Just trying to figure things out Bc I heard abzout the new controller that's comingnext month (apex jr).

 

[swearint]

The osmolator is a stand alone system and would not directly interface with the Apex. You could supply power to the osmolator via a controlled outlet and gain some safety redundancy. For example, use a high level float hooked up to the Apex that would shut off the power.

Todd