zoo tank updates
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I believe the ballasts came with heat sinks though I didn't open anything yet. I like the idea of an open design as well as Vinces pulley idea. Fans would help increase the lifespan of the bulbs and help blow heat away from the tank. I'm not too concerned about ballast heat. So anyway to integrate all these design features would be great pending input from others.
Looks like Euro=reef will be sending what they term a "Blemmie", a Euro RS250 with a very slight cosmetic blemish.
I also asked marine depot for the PanWorld, Aqua Controller Jr. and some Eheime-Jager heaters. I figured they are a much bigger organization tha premium Aquatics and might be in a better position to donate. They asked for a project description which I sent so we'll see. That should be it for the big ticket items. Maybe I'll ask Premium for some smaller items. I'd like to savge as much money as we can for livestock and seahorsies.
I just ordered bulkheads and tomorrow Vince and I will submit orders for discounted sand and salt.
We are getting there folks. I'm anxiously awaiting getting this baby together.
Piazzon: A Sea Clone would be fine for this. How can I get this from you?
Looks like Euro=reef will be sending what they term a "Blemmie", a Euro RS250 with a very slight cosmetic blemish.
I also asked marine depot for the PanWorld, Aqua Controller Jr. and some Eheime-Jager heaters. I figured they are a much bigger organization tha premium Aquatics and might be in a better position to donate. They asked for a project description which I sent so we'll see. That should be it for the big ticket items. Maybe I'll ask Premium for some smaller items. I'd like to savge as much money as we can for livestock and seahorsies.
I just ordered bulkheads and tomorrow Vince and I will submit orders for discounted sand and salt.
We are getting there folks. I'm anxiously awaiting getting this baby together.
Piazzon: A Sea Clone would be fine for this. How can I get this from you?
Piazzon12
New member
No offense taken.. I had just read the thread earlier so thought I would post it. How far a way can we mount the ballast, possibly to the ceiling/support beams? Thats the only issue I might see with a slatwork design, the wieght of the ballast.
Dr B. I can drop it off pretty much any time this weekend... even after 1 today. Just let me know when you're available. You could pick it up if that's easier, just let me know, or call give me a call.
Adam
Dr B. I can drop it off pretty much any time this weekend... even after 1 today. Just let me know when you're available. You could pick it up if that's easier, just let me know, or call give me a call.
Adam
Hello Adam,
For mounting the ballast I was thinking above the tank against the wall. As for distance I'm not sure of the spec (guess we need to get that from ICECAP). For wiring I was thinking of using bundle wire. You can pick up at home depot. I have some 18Gauge 7 strand wire (by Carol). It meets the 18Gauge requirement but the insulation is listed at 300V. I believe ICECAP was using 600V. So we would need their engineers to confirm the use of 300V wire.
Paul
For mounting the ballast I was thinking above the tank against the wall. As for distance I'm not sure of the spec (guess we need to get that from ICECAP). For wiring I was thinking of using bundle wire. You can pick up at home depot. I have some 18Gauge 7 strand wire (by Carol). It meets the 18Gauge requirement but the insulation is listed at 300V. I believe ICECAP was using 600V. So we would need their engineers to confirm the use of 300V wire.
Paul
puter
Active member
Hi Guys!
From the length of the thread it seems like you're making lots of progress! I only had a chance to skim the thread so my comments may be completely irrelevant given how far you've progressed... they're offered just for what they're worth:
First, I saw a comment about the height of the stand. There was an existing tank at the Seneca Park zoo when we started that project and we received a lot of feedback that the existing four foot stand was much too high given that kids were the primary audience. Making the new stand much lower was a good decision.
Second, I recommend you consider enclosing the top as much as possible. It wasn't long before we began work on the SPZ tank that a tank at a LFS in Canada was poisoned killing all of the inhabitants. It's nice not having to worry about what else "might" be involved when you're chasing issues with the tank.
Sounds like you guys are doing a great job!
Again, just FWIW...
Mark
From the length of the thread it seems like you're making lots of progress! I only had a chance to skim the thread so my comments may be completely irrelevant given how far you've progressed... they're offered just for what they're worth:
First, I saw a comment about the height of the stand. There was an existing tank at the Seneca Park zoo when we started that project and we received a lot of feedback that the existing four foot stand was much too high given that kids were the primary audience. Making the new stand much lower was a good decision.
Second, I recommend you consider enclosing the top as much as possible. It wasn't long before we began work on the SPZ tank that a tank at a LFS in Canada was poisoned killing all of the inhabitants. It's nice not having to worry about what else "might" be involved when you're chasing issues with the tank.
Sounds like you guys are doing a great job!
Again, just FWIW...
Mark
Conesus_Kid
Premium Member
I stumbled across this as well tonight.
I'm excited just hearing about your plans!!
I hope someone brings a camera Saturday.
I'm excited just hearing about your plans!!
I hope someone brings a camera Saturday.
I posted on the ICECAP forum. For the ballast we have to use the 18 Gauge 600V wire. As for distance they indicated any length so mountng the ballast on the celling or wall will be fine. As for the wire I know Radio Shack sells it. Not sure about Lowes/HomeDepot. FOr the light frame we have 4 bulbs a side. Should I design the frame to support 4, 6 &/or 8 bulbs for future light if needed.
Paul
Paul
fatrip
Yup That Stuff
i dont think we are goin to need any more light. it is goin to be for the public IE little kids, they want to see all of the soft corals imaginable and probibly wont care to much for the sps look, just because they dont move. so we probibly wont have some of the more light demanding sps, and even if we do i think it would still be fine with those lights.
Lamps arrived today. Paul (Fish1219) offered to start work on the lighting and will pick up equipment for measuring etc.
The Vortechs should be here any day as well as bulkheads and RO/DI from Melev. Vince got the float valves from E-bay. I'm still waiting on the Euro-reef skimmer and any word from Marine depot on the Panworld pump and Aqua Controller. If I don't hear soon I'll try Premium Aquatics.
Who do folks recommend I contact for cleanbing crew and what would you recommend I ask for.? I can keep a cleaning crew in the live rock tank.
The Vortechs should be here any day as well as bulkheads and RO/DI from Melev. Vince got the float valves from E-bay. I'm still waiting on the Euro-reef skimmer and any word from Marine depot on the Panworld pump and Aqua Controller. If I don't hear soon I'll try Premium Aquatics.
Who do folks recommend I contact for cleanbing crew and what would you recommend I ask for.? I can keep a cleaning crew in the live rock tank.
Also.... EWe still need substrate. The stuff we were going to order through the reptile place was too course for a remote sand bed. We need sugar sized oolithic araganite type sand. We need enough for a five gallon RSB and about 1/2 to 1" display sand. How many total lbs would that require?
RyanM
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Hey guys, Sorry I have been out of the loop the last few days. Im in the middle of selling my house. What a PITA it is. Taken much of my free time dealing with all the issues that come about with it.
I may or may not be able to attend this Saturday. They are making me move a trailer that I have rented that sits on the property and that is happening Friday. I may or may not be done putting it back on the property. I have to move it by 1:00 pm then the appraiser comes at 1:30 then the movers will move the trailer back. Then I have to put it all back together. Ill know how much and what I have left to do Friday night. Just seems like a lot to do in one day. Im prety sure its going to spill over till Saturday. I will try and make it tho.
Jerry asked about a core drill and if I could get one. I was just going to rent one. I can call around if we think we need one for Saturaday. I think there is alot to do with out needing it for the first day but if you all want me to see if I can find one let me know.
I may or may not be able to attend this Saturday. They are making me move a trailer that I have rented that sits on the property and that is happening Friday. I may or may not be done putting it back on the property. I have to move it by 1:00 pm then the appraiser comes at 1:30 then the movers will move the trailer back. Then I have to put it all back together. Ill know how much and what I have left to do Friday night. Just seems like a lot to do in one day. Im prety sure its going to spill over till Saturday. I will try and make it tho.
Jerry asked about a core drill and if I could get one. I was just going to rent one. I can call around if we think we need one for Saturaday. I think there is alot to do with out needing it for the first day but if you all want me to see if I can find one let me know.
Actually, Piazzon stated the morning which also works for me so I told the zoo 9 AM. Plus I figured is coolest then and it may be good to have zoo personnel around. I can make it for later but then I will have my daughter. I can still come for at least a while. But you guys are more important than me at this stage of the project so I can arrange whatever time we need (I think). Please let me know ASAP.
The zoo indicated that the floor will be out by Saturday and that the Rubbermaid tub will be there. i also forwarded a thorough list of plumbing supplies that Nate took the time to put together in avery clear and detailed manner. Thanx nate. Not sure it will be their by Saturday.
Since Ryan may not make it, can anybody rent or borrow a core borer to drill the brick wall? I would but i don't really know what the heck it is.
The zoo indicated that the floor will be out by Saturday and that the Rubbermaid tub will be there. i also forwarded a thorough list of plumbing supplies that Nate took the time to put together in avery clear and detailed manner. Thanx nate. Not sure it will be their by Saturday.
Since Ryan may not make it, can anybody rent or borrow a core borer to drill the brick wall? I would but i don't really know what the heck it is.
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