Which Apex Controller

[hkgar]

I am considering buying an Apex controller for my tank, but after doing much research I still have questions.

I would like to control,
CA reactor, co2 regulator (PH)
Ph probe in the tank
Temperature
Ecotech MP40es

I already have 2 ph probes, so I don't believe I need any. Just so it has the inputs for the 2 probes

I have AI LED's but use their controller so I don't need that, but it might be nice if not much more.

Which Apex should I get and what, if any, modules.

Thanks for your advice, in advance

 

[dan-in-gr]

Hi, you will have to go for the $450 one, that is there best without a probe ($500 with probe) and gives you two pH probe capacity - one is labeled ph, the other is orp/ph use. Your main problem is the two probe deal, you can also go with the one a step down and then buy the PM1 to get two probe capability, but then you are back to $450.

I have the Apex $150 unit as I use my computer to control everything and I have the iPhone app - web only is great. I can add only one pH probe unless I buy 2 PM1's. I will be getting just one for the calcium reactor and I have a very nice Hanna pH meter that is quick to use.

Here is shandy chart on there website: http://www.neptunesys.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=62&Itemid=40

 

[ek9vboi]

Get the full apex. Sometimes they run specials on pH probes as freebies. I believe the full apex includes one. It's always good to have an extra one when one goes bad.

If you want the option module for the vortech, it's another $125. Gives you more options as to certain times of the day to run different modes. Cool option if you have more then 1 vortech. I plan on getting it soon.

 

[ghellin]

Full apex with WXM module!