Official: Masterflex Calcium Reactor Setup Thread - Page 86

soulpatch · 01/24/2017, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by brandon0350

Are there smaller versions of the masterflex pump? I have hardly any extra space under my 60g

While not a masterflex the new ultra precise spectrapure unit is small and rated for should do well. Slief keyed me into it and I have it sitting at home to be installed once I move some other gear and get my CO2 tank filled.

swk · 01/24/2017, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by soulpatch

While not a masterflex the new ultra precise spectrapure unit is small and rated for should do well. Slief keyed me into it and I have it sitting at home to be installed once I move some other gear and get my CO2 tank filled.

Which pump? Litermeter?

soulpatch · 01/24/2017, 02:33 PM

This one: http://spectrapure.com/DOSING-TOP-OF...c-Probe-Holder

swk · 01/24/2017, 02:35 PM

And that's designed for continuous duty use?

soulpatch · 01/24/2017, 02:39 PM

similar to the Pacific Sun model this pump pulses. You set how many pulses in a set time period giving between 6 ml/min or as much as 190 ml/min but it is not the exact same as the constant slow turn in a masterflex.

But yes it is supposed to good for constant on and off and comes with a 5 yr guarentee.

I think Slief said that they were in discussions with GEO to integrate with him but I dont totally recall...

Within the next week or two I should have a write up on it as my calcium reactor should be coming online here shortly...

brandon0350 · 01/24/2017, 09:12 PM

Would the 7550-20 be a good choice? 10-600rpm

tkeracer619 · 01/25/2017, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by brandon0350

Would the 7550-20 be a good choice? 10-600rpm

7550-20 is a digitally controlled brushed unit. It is 1.6 to 100 rpm though. It's not an ideal choice unless noise isn't a concern and on a small tank.

brandon0350 · 01/25/2017, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by tkeracer619

7550-20 is a digitally controlled brushed unit. It is 1.6 to 100 rpm though. It's not an ideal choice unless noise isn't a concern and on a small tank.

How much of a difference is the noise level between a brushed and a brushless model. And ideally I want a pump that does 6-600rpm? Anything else I should look for? I see a bunch on ebay, but none seem to allow returns and are sold as is. If I receive a broken one are parts easily acquirable?

tkeracer619 · 01/25/2017, 11:03 AM

Parts are not really easy to get. They may be sold as is but if advertised as working you can send it back if it doesn't. Just read everything carefully. Brushless are silent. Brushed are not, they have a faint buzz and typically squeak a bit.

thinguyen · 01/26/2017, 03:51 PM

Hi guys,

I got an 7550-30 with 77200-60 head and using LS17 tubing. The minumum flow should be 28ml/min but I can't get lower than 30ml/min. Is that normal with anyone?

Also when I try to adjust the flow rate, I only can adjust for 10 units (like 30ml/min --> 40ml/min or 50.. 60), anyone know how can I adjust the flow rate by single unit?

Thanks in advance.

tkeracer619 · 01/26/2017, 06:49 PM

Set it to RPM mode instead of a specific tube size. That should get you finer resolution.

thinguyen · 01/26/2017, 08:25 PM

Thank you. I'll try it

stephj03 · 02/01/2017, 04:28 PM

Maybe I missed it but is there a pros and cons list of the different easload head options (I vs II vs III)?

I am trying to decide between III and II

Thanks

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BigMike75 · 02/01/2017, 06:12 PM

Might be a silly question but would it be ok to setup my system to test on tank without the CO2 on? Want to turn in on and check for leaks and ect.

tkeracer619 · 02/01/2017, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by stephj03

Maybe I missed it but is there a pros and cons list of the different easload head options (I vs II vs III)?

I am trying to decide between III and II

Thanks

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They function the same but some have reported the III models are not as robust as the II or I. IME they are all perfectly adequate. The thing to make sure is that you get one for precision tubing and not one for performance tubing. You also have to be careful of "long shaft" versions unless you have a specific pump that requires them.

tkeracer619 · 02/01/2017, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMike75

Might be a silly question but would it be ok to setup my system to test on tank without the CO2 on? Want to turn in on and check for leaks and ect.

Absolutely! Run it without the CO2 and make sure everything is working properly.

Breadman03 · 02/01/2017, 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkeracer619

Absolutely! Run it without the CO2 and make sure everything is working properly.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigMike75

Might be a silly question but would it be ok to setup my system to test on tank without the CO2 on? Want to turn in on and check for leaks and ect.

Yep. Just make sure that the gas inlet is sealed/turned off our you'll make a neat little water fountain

tkeracer619 · 02/02/2017, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Breadman03

Yep. Just make sure that the gas inlet is sealed/turned off our you'll make a neat little water fountain

I think we've all made that mistake

I was 15 minutes into cleaning my reactor the last time before I

and realized I hadn't unplugged the recirc pump... didn't even notice it had died sometime in the prior week or two

hkgar · 02/02/2017, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by tkeracer619

I think we've all made that mistake

I was 15 minutes into cleaning my reactor the last time before I

and realized I hadn't unplugged the recirc pump... didn't even notice it had died sometime in the prior week or two

One of the things I like about my Reef Octopus CR5000 with an external pump. Easy to verify it is on.

tkeracer619 · 02/02/2017, 03:51 PM

Mine was super easy to verify, you could hear that little mag 3.5 from the other side of the house. With so many things going on I failed to notice the lack of white noise... Don't have that issue with the ehiem I replaced it with.

hkgar · 02/03/2017, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by tkeracer619

Mine was super easy to verify, you could hear that little mag 3.5 from the other side of the house. With so many things going on I failed to notice the lack of white noise... Don't have that issue with the ehiem I replaced it with.

I understand not hearing common sounds in the house. I sit in the same room with the Grandfather Clock and can go hours without consciously hearing it chime.

gus6464 · 02/03/2017, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigMike75

Might be a silly question but would it be ok to setup my system to test on tank without the CO2 on? Want to turn in on and check for leaks and ect.

You want to do that anyway to purge all the air out the reactor and lines before you bring the reactor online with co2.

IUfan · 02/07/2017, 10:27 PM

Question: Has anyone found a quick disconnect for the Co2 line into the reactor yet? Maybe something like this: https://www.industrialspec.com/shop/...couplings.html

Reason: When I tear the reactor down to clean, I absolutely dread putting that hard Co2 piping over the nipple. Even when I heat the tubing up I always worry about damaging the nipple, it takes so much force.

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Dapg8gt · 02/07/2017, 11:12 PM

[QUOTE=IUfan;24950154]Question: Has anyone found a quick disconnect for the Co2 line into the reactor yet? Maybe something like this: https://www.industrialspec.com/shop/...couplings.html

Reason: When I tear the reactor down to clean, I absolutely dread putting that hard Co2 piping over the nipple. Even when I heat the tubing up I always worry about damaging the nipple, it takes so much force.

I have John guest fittings on my c02 lines.. Figured that's a standard issue thing since I wouldn't trust ridgid line over a nipple in a pressurized situation at any time. The collar holds it onto the regulator side and the John guest onto the reactor.

scuzy · 02/08/2017, 02:14 AM

[QUOTE=Dapg8gt;24950193]

Quote:

Originally Posted by IUfan

Question: Has anyone found a quick disconnect for the Co2 line into the reactor yet? Maybe something like this: https://www.industrialspec.com/shop/...couplings.html

Reason: When I tear the reactor down to clean, I absolutely dread putting that hard Co2 piping over the nipple. Even when I heat the tubing up I always worry about damaging the nipple, it takes so much force.

I have John guest fittings on my c02 lines.. Figured that's a standard issue thing since I wouldn't trust ridgid line over a nipple in a pressurized situation at any time. The collar holds it onto the regulator side and the John guest onto the reactor.

I'm not sure what you are referring to. Got a picture?

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01/24/2017, 02:33 PM	#2128
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	This one: http://spectrapure.com/DOSING-TOP-OF...c-Probe-Holder __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

01/24/2017, 02:35 PM	#2129
swk Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wine Country CA Posts: 2,593	And that's designed for continuous duty use? __________________ Member of Wine Country Reefers Current Tank Info: 75 gal SPS dominant reef. Geo calcium reactor with masterflex pump, Deltec 1455 skimmer, 2 mp40QD, mp10wes, lit by a 6x54 dimable ATI sunpower and controlled by Reef Angel

01/24/2017, 02:39 PM	#2130
soulpatch Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 4,017	similar to the Pacific Sun model this pump pulses. You set how many pulses in a set time period giving between 6 ml/min or as much as 190 ml/min but it is not the exact same as the constant slow turn in a masterflex. But yes it is supposed to good for constant on and off and comes with a 5 yr guarentee. I think Slief said that they were in discussions with GEO to integrate with him but I dont totally recall... Within the next week or two I should have a write up on it as my calcium reactor should be coming online here shortly... __________________ 150 SC tank build: http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2550948 Some have bar tabs. I have a coral tab at my LFS. Life goals.

01/25/2017, 11:03 AM	#2134
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	Parts are not really easy to get. They may be sold as is but if advertised as working you can send it back if it doesn't. Just read everything carefully. Brushless are silent. Brushed are not, they have a faint buzz and typically squeak a bit. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

01/26/2017, 06:49 PM	#2136
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	Set it to RPM mode instead of a specific tube size. That should get you finer resolution. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

01/24/2017, 09:12 PM	#2131
brandon0350 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 778	Would the 7550-20 be a good choice? 10-600rpm

01/26/2017, 03:51 PM	#2135
thinguyen Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 10	Hi guys, I got an 7550-30 with 77200-60 head and using LS17 tubing. The minumum flow should be 28ml/min but I can't get lower than 30ml/min. Is that normal with anyone? Also when I try to adjust the flow rate, I only can adjust for 10 units (like 30ml/min --> 40ml/min or 50.. 60), anyone know how can I adjust the flow rate by single unit? Thanks in advance.

01/26/2017, 08:25 PM	#2137
thinguyen Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Posts: 10	Thank you. I'll try it

02/01/2017, 04:28 PM	#2138
stephj03 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Juan Capistrano Posts: 911	Maybe I missed it but is there a pros and cons list of the different easload head options (I vs II vs III)? I am trying to decide between III and II Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02/01/2017, 06:12 PM	#2139
BigMike75 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Mount Washington, KY Posts: 360	Might be a silly question but would it be ok to setup my system to test on tank without the CO2 on? Want to turn in on and check for leaks and ect. __________________ Having fun so far! Current Tank Info: 180 Reef Ready in the works..

02/02/2017, 03:51 PM	#2145
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	Mine was super easy to verify, you could hear that little mag 3.5 from the other side of the house. With so many things going on I failed to notice the lack of white noise... Don't have that issue with the ehiem I replaced it with. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

02/07/2017, 10:27 PM	#2148
IUfan Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 841	Official: Masterflex Calcium Reactor Setup Thread Question: Has anyone found a quick disconnect for the Co2 line into the reactor yet? Maybe something like this: https://www.industrialspec.com/shop/...couplings.html Reason: When I tear the reactor down to clean, I absolutely dread putting that hard Co2 piping over the nipple. Even when I heat the tubing up I always worry about damaging the nipple, it takes so much force. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02/07/2017, 11:12 PM	#2149
Dapg8gt Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Pacifica Posts: 3,741	[QUOTE=IUfan;24950154]Question: Has anyone found a quick disconnect for the Co2 line into the reactor yet? Maybe something like this: https://www.industrialspec.com/shop/...couplings.html Reason: When I tear the reactor down to clean, I absolutely dread putting that hard Co2 piping over the nipple. Even when I heat the tubing up I always worry about damaging the nipple, it takes so much force. I have John guest fittings on my c02 lines.. Figured that's a standard issue thing since I wouldn't trust ridgid line over a nipple in a pressurized situation at any time. The collar holds it onto the regulator side and the John guest onto the reactor. __________________ 15 years in the hobby yet still learning every day. 280g radium lit sps flat living in my garage rent free. Current Tank Info: 105g SPS dominant euro braced powered by 4 ecotech pumps and lit by an ATI powermodule controlled by a reef angel =).