Current USA recall - Page 2

Dubbin1 · 03/09/2006, 11:09 AM

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Originally posted by UnderwaterExotic
What is it with you always contradicting me? Man you know, quit posting after me. i know what you say and how you say it,! The only thing you are trying to do is get post's im sure other can agree cause i have been tracking your responses! We are here to help not be a..holes!

physicslord · 03/09/2006, 12:24 PM

Well, you didn't contradict him this time.

UnderwaterExotic · 03/11/2006, 10:05 AM

lapizzaro · 03/11/2006, 03:34 PM

Can anyone direct me to a website where I can get more info on this? I'm just about to buy one of their products. Thanks

Opcn · 03/14/2006, 10:29 AM

check everything youbuy over thuroughly, you may just find something made in the USA.

Slightly unrelated but a few years ago Sorrel boots were made in both Canada and Korea, and the Koreans were skimping on insulation so you had to pay close attention when you were buying boots so you wouldn't be cold.

tang named junkyard · 03/15/2006, 11:18 PM

I had a problem with a ballest and they sent a new one out asap no questions asked. Thier light is one of the best things I've ever bought.

bandedangel · 03/18/2006, 08:53 PM

glad to hear, I wwas just about to pick up a few

tripstank · 03/18/2006, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by tang named junkyard
I had a problem with a ballest and they sent a new one out asap no questions asked. Thier light is one of the best things I've ever bought.

I agree, I am about to buy one of their HQI setups to add to my Satellite Double.

archie1709 · 03/19/2006, 12:19 PM

I have a CUSA 4x65W Extreme. I love it. I have them on PowerCenter timers. Plug and play, baby. No shocks, no nothing. Just plain beautiful.

One advice, you will get shocked at ANYTHING plugged because there's this thing called electricity that will jolt you. However, if an electrical appliance is unplugged, there's a good chance that no electricity will be running through it.

Just kidding.

CUSA is, in my opinion, an affordable way for starter reefers to have a decent dual daylight, dual actinics, and white moon light.

bandedangel · 03/19/2006, 02:42 PM

does anybody have one of their new hqi halide/enormous amount of moonlight fixtures? feedback? Was thinking of adding a few

Bugs825 · 03/23/2006, 06:19 PM

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Originally posted by UnderwaterExotic
They should recall all their products! Every set of lights i ever bought from them i have gotten shocked from! i finallu pulled their fixtures apart and mounted them in a canopy!

I have had one for 3 years with no problems. I have been shocked and its not fun! Most problems aare caused by the operator not the product that is UL listed as safe.

Salt creep will carry an electrical current.

NEVER remove a ground probe

Light covers are there for a reason. Just clean them monthly you bum!

If that don't fix it, check your house wireing for errors. HD sells aan outlet tester for about $4. It will test your positive, neutral, and ground. They even make one with a GFI test button. Very handy because I have fixed some shady work in my field.

be safe,

Nathan

synlapse · 03/25/2006, 11:55 PM

Interested party, just tagging along

tripstank · 03/26/2006, 12:11 AM

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Originally posted by synlapse
Interested party, just tagging along

And Free door prizes!

hstanley70 · 03/26/2006, 09:14 PM

FWIW, I have two 36" Orbit, 1 24" Dual Satellite and 1 20" Dual Satellite and I've never had a problem other than salt creep. The company may deliver horrible service or fail to follow through on commitments or even be American-hating, foreign-sourcing psychos for all I know -- but their products have worked beautifully for me.

:>

(and Bugs Nathan -- congrats for being real! You gotta keep your equipment clean. Otherwise, c'mon guys, it's massive voltage in close proximity to huge quantities of saltwater! Doesn't take a rocket scientist....)

jobiwan · 03/28/2006, 06:43 PM

I was considering one of their 36 inch HQI hoods, is there anything better anyone can recommend in that price range?

flowerseller · 03/28/2006, 06:58 PM

sorry, thought this was for other Current USA products

Brad A. · 03/30/2006, 08:23 AM

I know a LFS here in VT refuses to carry Current products due to "their high failure rates and lack of company support". Maybe Vermont folk are just plain unlucky when it comes to Current products.

KMDO · 04/14/2006, 02:23 AM

China Inc. Third world to me. I make a concerted effort to buy US/Swiss/German/Japanese or Italian products when ever possible.

I have four products from Switzerland and couldnt be happier with their outsanding quality. If you are in the market for a View camera, a Watch, drill, or clean room grade air purifier they wont let ya down.

tripstank · 04/14/2006, 09:13 AM

I didn't know much about current products before I ordered my Dual Satellite, but I have to say, I have been happy with it in the 2 years that I have had it. I myself try not to buy imports, but sometimes domestic is just too darn expensive. I have to say, I am pleased with Current so far.

daveonbass · 04/17/2006, 01:00 AM

I too have never had a problem with my Current USA products. I did get a little jolt though from my aqualight PRO (coralife) but only once...I thought it was going to be a reaccuring thing but I bumped it again with my hand in the water...and nothing. It was a one time deal, but one to be cautious about in the future...with any product. But I have loved CUSA for so long now that I think I will stick with them from now on. I have recently gotten the 24g AquaPod with 70W SunPod. It does have an *** load of moonlight (not really sure why?), but it is a beautiful light to me. I love it already. I prefer the blue for the moonlight cause that many white LEDs seems to bright to be moon like, it's just a low light at that point. But again to answer the question about the SunPod...I'm still testing to see how well the growth is, it is only 70W but it's a smaller tank. they have a 20" 150W that I may end up getting, but gonna hold out and see how things go. I do like the 14,000K though and think that I will get this fixture in the 36" size for my upcomming 58g tank. The 14,000K take away the need for actinics, they are blue enough...but the fixture is only the size of a regular Orbit (not "orbitz"...that's gum) so You CAN fit some retro fit PC's in a hood if you need to. But We shall see. So far though I would highly recommend the SunPod.

dave

I<3Fish! · 04/20/2006, 01:48 PM

You see, I bought one of these tanks, and I hate it!

fireresq42 · 04/22/2006, 07:52 PM

Anyone ever have a problem with the 24 gal. pod???

tripstank · 04/22/2006, 08:00 PM

Remember, unplug your appliances before you start playing with them! It's just like a toaster, but not.

pledosophy · 04/27/2006, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by UnderwaterExotic
They should recall all their products! Every set of lights i ever bought from them i have gotten shocked from! i finallu pulled their fixtures apart and mounted them in a canopy!

Mine shocks me everytime. I got rid of the damm thing. it was a PC satelite fixture. The switch to turn on and off the atnic light is not grounded if you touch it when it is plugged in it shocks you.

They make a bad product IME.

Just because you have not had the same experience as others does not make others experiences untrue.

joaquin1119 · 04/28/2006, 12:31 PM

I have just order a "Perfecto 90 gal tank-oak" from pets-warehouse
I have called them up to make sure everything will be ok..like no scratches on the glass and that there no gaps in the silicone..we have a pretty good 20mins talk...

03/09/2006, 12:24 PM	#27
physicslord Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santa Cruz Posts: 469	Well, you didn't contradict him this time. __________________ a border collie is my pilot animal Current Tank Info: 12 gal. JBJ nanoDX, BB, 2x24W PC lighting, JBJ ballast, Maxijet 400 powerhead, Hagen Tronic 100W heater, Red Sea 60 skimmer with Hagen Elite 802 pump.

03/26/2006, 09:14 PM	#39
hstanley70 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 89	FWIW, I have two 36" Orbit, 1 24" Dual Satellite and 1 20" Dual Satellite and I've never had a problem other than salt creep. The company may deliver horrible service or fail to follow through on commitments or even be American-hating, foreign-sourcing psychos for all I know -- but their products have worked beautifully for me. :> (and Bugs Nathan -- congrats for being real! You gotta keep your equipment clean. Otherwise, c'mon guys, it's massive voltage in close proximity to huge quantities of saltwater! Doesn't take a rocket scientist....) __________________ There's a fine line between the cutting edge and the lunatic fringe... Current Tank Info: 225 gal. reef with a 40g 'fuge and the usual toys, several other saltwater & freshwater tanks, because you never have enough...

03/28/2006, 06:43 PM	#40
jobiwan Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Whidbey Island, WA Posts: 83	I was considering one of their 36 inch HQI hoods, is there anything better anyone can recommend in that price range? __________________ "I'm a Pain in the Wrasse" Current Tank Info: 600 SPS & 120 Softie Plex Reefs, 4 fragging tanks

03/28/2006, 06:58 PM	#41
flowerseller Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 101	sorry, thought this was for other Current USA products __________________ Chip Frederick McLean, VA Current Tank Info: 220h mixed reef, 68g custom NAGA frag tank, 34g RBTA farm, 78g custom sump, DIY - downdraft skimmer, kalk reactor, and calcium reactor.

04/14/2006, 09:13 AM	#44
tripstank Registered Member. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 488	I didn't know much about current products before I ordered my Dual Satellite, but I have to say, I have been happy with it in the 2 years that I have had it. I myself try not to buy imports, but sometimes domestic is just too darn expensive. I have to say, I am pleased with Current so far. __________________ Not to point fingers, but.................... Current Tank Info: Coral Prop troughs

03/11/2006, 10:05 AM	#28
UnderwaterExotic Moved On Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Mayville, NY Posts: 1,343

03/11/2006, 03:34 PM	#29
lapizzaro Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 224	Can anyone direct me to a website where I can get more info on this? I'm just about to buy one of their products. Thanks

03/14/2006, 10:29 AM	#30
Opcn Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Picard, Dominca, Caribbean Posts: 591	check everything youbuy over thuroughly, you may just find something made in the USA. Slightly unrelated but a few years ago Sorrel boots were made in both Canada and Korea, and the Koreans were skimping on insulation so you had to pay close attention when you were buying boots so you wouldn't be cold.

03/15/2006, 11:18 PM	#31
tang named junkyard Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: bakersfield Posts: 1,201	I had a problem with a ballest and they sent a new one out asap no questions asked. Thier light is one of the best things I've ever bought.

03/18/2006, 08:53 PM	#32
bandedangel Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 83	glad to hear, I wwas just about to pick up a few

03/19/2006, 12:19 PM	#34
archie1709 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 401	I have a CUSA 4x65W Extreme. I love it. I have them on PowerCenter timers. Plug and play, baby. No shocks, no nothing. Just plain beautiful. One advice, you will get shocked at ANYTHING plugged because there's this thing called electricity that will jolt you. However, if an electrical appliance is unplugged, there's a good chance that no electricity will be running through it. Just kidding. CUSA is, in my opinion, an affordable way for starter reefers to have a decent dual daylight, dual actinics, and white moon light.

03/19/2006, 02:42 PM	#35
bandedangel Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 83	does anybody have one of their new hqi halide/enormous amount of moonlight fixtures? feedback? Was thinking of adding a few

03/25/2006, 11:55 PM	#37
synlapse Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: IA Posts: 22	Interested party, just tagging along

03/30/2006, 08:23 AM	#42
Brad A. Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Idaho Falls, ID Posts: 1,694	I know a LFS here in VT refuses to carry Current products due to "their high failure rates and lack of company support". Maybe Vermont folk are just plain unlucky when it comes to Current products.

04/14/2006, 02:23 AM	#43
KMDO Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PRC Posts: 10	China Inc. Third world to me. I make a concerted effort to buy US/Swiss/German/Japanese or Italian products when ever possible. I have four products from Switzerland and couldnt be happier with their outsanding quality. If you are in the market for a View camera, a Watch, drill, or clean room grade air purifier they wont let ya down.

04/17/2006, 01:00 AM	#45
daveonbass Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: texarkana, TX Posts: 1,364	I too have never had a problem with my Current USA products. I did get a little jolt though from my aqualight PRO (coralife) but only once...I thought it was going to be a reaccuring thing but I bumped it again with my hand in the water...and nothing. It was a one time deal, but one to be cautious about in the future...with any product. But I have loved CUSA for so long now that I think I will stick with them from now on. I have recently gotten the 24g AquaPod with 70W SunPod. It does have an *** load of moonlight (not really sure why?), but it is a beautiful light to me. I love it already. I prefer the blue for the moonlight cause that many white LEDs seems to bright to be moon like, it's just a low light at that point. But again to answer the question about the SunPod...I'm still testing to see how well the growth is, it is only 70W but it's a smaller tank. they have a 20" 150W that I may end up getting, but gonna hold out and see how things go. I do like the 14,000K though and think that I will get this fixture in the 36" size for my upcomming 58g tank. The 14,000K take away the need for actinics, they are blue enough...but the fixture is only the size of a regular Orbit (not "orbitz"...that's gum) so You CAN fit some retro fit PC's in a hood if you need to. But We shall see. So far though I would highly recommend the SunPod. dave __________________ dave Current Tank Info: 58g reef, 60 total gallons including rocks and sand, 36" 6 bulb ATI Powermodule, DAS skimmer, Bio pellets, 2 MP10 vortechs

04/20/2006, 01:48 PM	#46
I<3Fish! Moved On Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Indiana! Posts: 4	YO You see, I bought one of these tanks, and I hate it!

04/22/2006, 07:52 PM	#47
fireresq42 Moved On Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bridgeport, CT Posts: 30	Anyone ever have a problem with the 24 gal. pod???

04/22/2006, 08:00 PM	#48
tripstank Registered Member. Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 488	Remember, unplug your appliances before you start playing with them! It's just like a toaster, but not. __________________ Not to point fingers, but.................... Current Tank Info: Coral Prop troughs

04/28/2006, 12:31 PM	#50
joaquin1119 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: buffalo Posts: 76	I have just order a "Perfecto 90 gal tank-oak" from pets-warehouse I have called them up to make sure everything will be ok..like no scratches on the glass and that there no gaps in the silicone..we have a pretty good 20mins talk...