auto top off

amber3k · 05/07/2015, 03:36 PM

I have been using a diy gravity fed top off, using a five gallon water jug. It keeps collapsing in so I was looking to just buy an auto top off, but honestly I'm really confused. Do these just hook up to a water reservoir and use a pump, float switch or both? I don't want to run directly from my rodi into my tank. Any info you can share is appreciated as I continue to read up on my options.

icebrg5 · 05/07/2015, 04:02 PM

I use hydor smart level ATO along with a toms aqua lifter pump and a 5 gallon bucket. Here is a video that will show what all it does.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiMXbbXRMm8

You can look on youtube for a lot more videos of it being used in real setups.

azjohnny · 05/07/2015, 05:08 PM

You will need to have a float(s) unless you have a controller and you can program it to run a certain amount each day

I have had a JBJ ATO and now have a Spectrapure UPLC-II which I love, simple to set up and can be run over long lengths if needed due to using a peristaltic pump

tkeracer619 · 05/07/2015, 05:18 PM

I use autotopoff.com dual float switches and a masterflex economy drive w/ precision tubing.

My controller turns the RO on and off as needed to refill the storage vat via a solenoid valve.

scooter31707 · 05/08/2015, 08:10 AM

This is what I use.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...1&pcatid=28181

amber3k · 05/08/2015, 12:42 PM

Thank you

05/07/2015, 03:36 PM	#1
amber3k Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 251	auto top off I have been using a diy gravity fed top off, using a five gallon water jug. It keeps collapsing in so I was looking to just buy an auto top off, but honestly I'm really confused. Do these just hook up to a water reservoir and use a pump, float switch or both? I don't want to run directly from my rodi into my tank. Any info you can share is appreciated as I continue to read up on my options.

05/07/2015, 04:02 PM	#2
icebrg5 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 168	I use hydor smart level ATO along with a toms aqua lifter pump and a 5 gallon bucket. Here is a video that will show what all it does. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiMXbbXRMm8 You can look on youtube for a lot more videos of it being used in real setups. __________________ Using Tapatalk

05/07/2015, 05:18 PM	#4
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	I use autotopoff.com dual float switches and a masterflex economy drive w/ precision tubing. My controller turns the RO on and off as needed to refill the storage vat via a solenoid valve. __________________ 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.

05/07/2015, 05:08 PM	#3
azjohnny Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Gold Canyon Posts: 2,914	You will need to have a float(s) unless you have a controller and you can program it to run a certain amount each day I have had a JBJ ATO and now have a Spectrapure UPLC-II which I love, simple to set up and can be run over long lengths if needed due to using a peristaltic pump

05/08/2015, 08:10 AM	#5
scooter31707 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia Posts: 4,971	This is what I use. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/produc...1&pcatid=28181

05/08/2015, 12:42 PM	#6
amber3k Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Post Falls, Idaho Posts: 251	Thank you