Oceans Motions

DOI · 05/02/2012, 06:59 AM

Hello RC community,

I have used Oceans Motions actuators in the past but now have a faulty part that is now leaking. I am curious to know if anyone has used other comparable manufacturers. The reason I am asking is because Oceans Motions is now out of business due to the owners health. Any input would be greatly appreciated

DOI · 05/02/2012, 09:23 AM

Bump

dahenley · 05/02/2012, 10:26 AM

what part is leaking?
and i believe on their website, they said they are contracting some parts out and will help support those that have their devices. have you contacted them? i think they listed an email.

DOI · 05/02/2012, 01:08 PM

It's the plate inbetween the motor and flow diverter. The plate fails on a regular basis (yearly) due to poor design and/or inferior material. I know they are looking for new manufacturers to supply their parts but I don't want to deal with this in the long run. I would prefer to replace the entire unit and be able to get replacement parts more readily.

So if anyone has any insight on alternative manufacturers that would be great.

dahenley · 05/02/2012, 02:50 PM

If its just the plate, can you take it to a local machine shop and see what they would charge to make it.

But you could always use George Fischer electric ball valves. I've seen this done on larger builds.

05/02/2012, 06:59 AM	#1
DOI Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 3	Oceans Motions Hello RC community, I have used Oceans Motions actuators in the past but now have a faulty part that is now leaking. I am curious to know if anyone has used other comparable manufacturers. The reason I am asking is because Oceans Motions is now out of business due to the owners health. Any input would be greatly appreciated

05/02/2012, 10:26 AM	#3
dahenley Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lubbock, Tx Posts: 3,165	what part is leaking? and i believe on their website, they said they are contracting some parts out and will help support those that have their devices. have you contacted them? i think they listed an email. __________________ Its not just my tank, its OUR tank!!! :-) 240display, reef in progress Current Tank Info: 240 display, a few frags here and there. lots of fish, and lots of watching. (230 big screen getting re-sealed and going to add to the gallonage) My wife has no clue how addicted i really am.....

05/02/2012, 02:50 PM	#5
dahenley Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lubbock, Tx Posts: 3,165	If its just the plate, can you take it to a local machine shop and see what they would charge to make it. But you could always use George Fischer electric ball valves. I've seen this done on larger builds. __________________ Its not just my tank, its OUR tank!!! :-) 240display, reef in progress Current Tank Info: 240 display, a few frags here and there. lots of fish, and lots of watching. (230 big screen getting re-sealed and going to add to the gallonage) My wife has no clue how addicted i really am.....

05/02/2012, 09:23 AM	#2
DOI Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 3	Bump

05/02/2012, 01:08 PM	#4
DOI Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 3	It's the plate inbetween the motor and flow diverter. The plate fails on a regular basis (yearly) due to poor design and/or inferior material. I know they are looking for new manufacturers to supply their parts but I don't want to deal with this in the long run. I would prefer to replace the entire unit and be able to get replacement parts more readily. So if anyone has any insight on alternative manufacturers that would be great.