New wavemaker- awesome!!! - Page 34

mikeo1210 · 06/04/2004, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AcroSteve
I figure it is no worse than a 90. For either unit only.

A 90 plus you're going to use at least one more 90 and/or a 45. That can add up. It'd be nice to get an idea when planning your pump.

maxxII · 06/05/2004, 12:49 AM

Mike1210,
The unit itself is basically a single 90 elbow that rotates through 360 degrees. However many other 90 degree elbows you add on is up to you. So you should be able to calculate head loss etc fairly easily using the RC calculator.
Nick

tor101898 · 06/05/2004, 08:29 AM

well everyone i just received my 4 way HD unit two days ago,i must say it looks good and i can't wait to install the unit. i also got two 3/4" 180 revolutions. i will post pics asap.

thanks paul for the info and the prompt response and delivery.

Lunchbucket · 06/05/2004, 09:48 AM

doody - he is testing a nano version!!!!

mikeo1210 - calculate it on the RC head calculator. this is pretty much the BEST unit for flow. 2" inlet and 1" or 1.5" outlets. you tell me what wavemaker has that BIG of size so no flow is restricted.

Lunchbucket

doody · 06/05/2004, 11:08 AM

WOOHOO, an nano version! I hope that works out.

cgh38 · 06/06/2004, 10:36 AM

hey guys, what is the best pump to run the 4way unit? I'm currently running a Iwaki MD 30Rxlt 900GPH @4' connected to a SCWD plus 2, 1200 maxi-jets and I would like to replace them and the SCWD with this awesome unit . is the iwaki enough? or should I go bigger?
Thanks

tor101898 · 06/06/2004, 12:40 PM

i just received the 4 way and will be plumbing it to a blueline 30 HDX which should give me about 1000 at 3ft.try it if it doesn't give you the flow you want then try to get a bigger pump and hold it back some.

hammerhead · 06/06/2004, 01:15 PM

Im using a mag 12. I must say I now have excellant flow. I did add 2 maxijet 450 in each corner so as the unit rotates I still have some flow in that area

AcroSteve · 06/06/2004, 02:59 PM

There really is no "Best Pump". It all depends on your tank's needs and your desires.

I am not sure, but these will handle 1 gph to over 5,000 gph.

Travis · 06/06/2004, 08:06 PM

Anyone else with a 4-way recieve a FREE improvement package? I got one yesterday. It came with new screws which use an allen wrench rather than a socket. Also came with the allen wrench and a vinyl disk. The vinyl disk is for an added vapor barrier. A BIG THUMBS UP to Paul.

hammerhead · 06/06/2004, 08:26 PM

Mine came with that. I also got a spare vapor barrier.

seeker · 06/06/2004, 08:34 PM

What's the vapor barrier for?

Seeker

hammerhead · 06/06/2004, 08:38 PM

The vapor barrier protects the electronics that are in there from moisture. I have also noticed a small hole drilled where the cord is on the newer models. does yours have this.

Lunchbucket · 06/06/2004, 09:37 PM

i got mine yesterday also

anyone put thiers in??

i thought there were only TWO screws...i got like 6.

HUGE thumbs up Paul. just little things like this make a BIG difference IMO

Lunchbucket

herbert4 · 06/07/2004, 12:04 AM

David P,
Any new pics showing your plumbing and aquascaping? I am thinking of doing mine like yours; from under the tank.

herbert4

SOMEthinsFISHY · 06/07/2004, 03:25 AM

did these improvement packages cost any thing ?

maxxII · 06/07/2004, 05:01 AM

I got mine a few days ago...meant to post up a thank you to Paul earlier, been pretty hectic lately tho in my neck of the woods.
Thanks a bunch Paul!
Nick

jlehigh · 06/07/2004, 10:12 AM

Well it isn't done but I thought I would post a pic anyway. This is my 280gal in-wall with an 8-way mounted to a Dolphin 4700.

1.5" input to 8 1" outputs, many of which are split again into 2 3/4" lines allowing 3/4 locline on the interior and 3/4" revolutions on top.

Lunchbucket · 06/07/2004, 02:43 PM

jlehigh - looks GREAT. can't wait to see MORE pics

i would LOVE to get ANOTHER 4way and run my blueline MD 30x on it...but no $! they things are AMAZING. the best wavemaker i have seen to date. my corals are the happiest i have EVER SEEN!!! growing like crazy!!

Lunchbucket

Easily Distracted · 06/07/2004, 11:18 PM

Paul,
Are the regular duty(original) 4-ways going to be available anytime soon?

Easily Distracted · 06/07/2004, 11:18 PM

Double post........ Please ignore.

Pennoyer · 06/08/2004, 09:07 AM

1" Revolutions: Any timetable on production???? not that it matters too much because I still don't have water in the tank, but getting close. The suspense is killing me. Everybody that comes over thinks it is some sort of spider with all the arms and "tees" I have coming from the unit. Can't wait to see it actually move some water.

ScubaBermuda · 06/08/2004, 11:07 AM

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Konadog · 06/08/2004, 05:36 PM

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06/05/2004, 12:49 AM	#827
maxxII Super Housemonkey! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: St Louis Mo Posts: 4,442	Mike1210, The unit itself is basically a single 90 elbow that rotates through 360 degrees. However many other 90 degree elbows you add on is up to you. So you should be able to calculate head loss etc fairly easily using the RC calculator. Nick __________________ A good friend will come and bail you out of jail...but, a true friend will be sitting next to you saying, "Damn, that was fun!"

06/05/2004, 08:29 AM	#828
tor101898 Plankton27 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Staten Island,NEW YORK Posts: 582	well everyone i just received my 4 way HD unit two days ago,i must say it looks good and i can't wait to install the unit. i also got two 3/4" 180 revolutions. i will post pics asap. thanks paul for the info and the prompt response and delivery. __________________ Alex "The sea is everything... An emmense reservoir of nature where i roam at will...." CAPT. NEMO Current Tank Info: Marineland DD 200 gallon, custom built stand 50"L X 38"W X 33"H,I-tech 400 skimmer with tunze 9410 and 9420 pumps, custom made MRC sump, Two Vortech Mp40w.

06/05/2004, 09:48 AM	#829
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	doody - he is testing a nano version!!!! mikeo1210 - calculate it on the RC head calculator. this is pretty much the BEST unit for flow. 2" inlet and 1" or 1.5" outlets. you tell me what wavemaker has that BIG of size so no flow is restricted. Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

06/06/2004, 12:40 PM	#832
tor101898 Plankton27 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Staten Island,NEW YORK Posts: 582	i just received the 4 way and will be plumbing it to a blueline 30 HDX which should give me about 1000 at 3ft.try it if it doesn't give you the flow you want then try to get a bigger pump and hold it back some. __________________ Alex "The sea is everything... An emmense reservoir of nature where i roam at will...." CAPT. NEMO Current Tank Info: Marineland DD 200 gallon, custom built stand 50"L X 38"W X 33"H,I-tech 400 skimmer with tunze 9410 and 9420 pumps, custom made MRC sump, Two Vortech Mp40w.

06/06/2004, 01:15 PM	#833
hammerhead Premium Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Santa Clara,Ca Posts: 3,108	Im using a mag 12. I must say I now have excellant flow. I did add 2 maxijet 450 in each corner so as the unit rotates I still have some flow in that area __________________ Michael PH 8.2 DKH 10 CAL 480 SG 1.025 Current Tank Info: New 95g cube being setup

06/05/2004, 11:08 AM	#830
doody Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: youngstown,Ohio Posts: 1,880	WOOHOO, an nano version! I hope that works out.

06/06/2004, 10:36 AM	#831
cgh38 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: New Jersey , Exit 9 Posts: 394	hey guys, what is the best pump to run the 4way unit? I'm currently running a Iwaki MD 30Rxlt 900GPH @4' connected to a SCWD plus 2, 1200 maxi-jets and I would like to replace them and the SCWD with this awesome unit . is the iwaki enough? or should I go bigger? Thanks

06/06/2004, 02:59 PM	#834
AcroSteve Make my Funk a P-Funk Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Electric Avenue Posts: 5,092	There really is no "Best Pump". It all depends on your tank's needs and your desires. I am not sure, but these will handle 1 gph to over 5,000 gph. __________________ **************** "Work hard, rock hard, eat hard, sleep hard, grow big, wear glasses if you need 'em." -- The Webb Wilder Credo -- don't go ninjin' nobody that don't need ninjin'! Current Tank Info: 220g custom plywood. SPS heavy with Sequence Hammerhead return with 4-Way OM. Tunze 6100, 6200 and Wavebox. 5000btu DIY Chiller. Lighting is 10K mh 250W / VHO Actinic Skimer - H&S A200-2x1260

06/06/2004, 08:06 PM	#835
Travis 10 and over club Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 5,525	Anyone else with a 4-way recieve a FREE improvement package? I got one yesterday. It came with new screws which use an allen wrench rather than a socket. Also came with the allen wrench and a vinyl disk. The vinyl disk is for an added vapor barrier. A BIG THUMBS UP to Paul. __________________ TOTM August 08 An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Current Tank Info: 280 sps w/ 75 LPS, 75 refugium, 120 sump

06/06/2004, 08:26 PM	#836
hammerhead Premium Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Santa Clara,Ca Posts: 3,108	Mine came with that. I also got a spare vapor barrier. __________________ Michael PH 8.2 DKH 10 CAL 480 SG 1.025 Current Tank Info: New 95g cube being setup

06/06/2004, 08:34 PM	#837
seeker Premium Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Ohio Posts: 140	What's the vapor barrier for? Seeker

06/06/2004, 08:38 PM	#838
hammerhead Premium Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Santa Clara,Ca Posts: 3,108	The vapor barrier protects the electronics that are in there from moisture. I have also noticed a small hole drilled where the cord is on the newer models. does yours have this. __________________ Michael PH 8.2 DKH 10 CAL 480 SG 1.025 Current Tank Info: New 95g cube being setup

06/06/2004, 09:37 PM	#839
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	i got mine yesterday also anyone put thiers in?? i thought there were only TWO screws...i got like 6. HUGE thumbs up Paul. just little things like this make a BIG difference IMO Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

06/07/2004, 12:04 AM	#840
herbert4 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: AZ,OR Posts: 164	David P, Any new pics showing your plumbing and aquascaping? I am thinking of doing mine like yours; from under the tank. herbert4

06/07/2004, 03:25 AM	#841
SOMEthinsFISHY Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Dixmont Maine Posts: 2,496	did these improvement packages cost any thing ? __________________ JOHN boy Current Tank Info: WE have a 300 gal tank that is 7 feet wide as a head board to our bed in bedroom it is a reef tank we also have a fresh water 265 gal tank in the kitchen

06/07/2004, 05:01 AM	#842
maxxII Super Housemonkey! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: St Louis Mo Posts: 4,442	I got mine a few days ago...meant to post up a thank you to Paul earlier, been pretty hectic lately tho in my neck of the woods. Thanks a bunch Paul! Nick __________________ A good friend will come and bail you out of jail...but, a true friend will be sitting next to you saying, "Damn, that was fun!"

06/07/2004, 02:43 PM	#844
Lunchbucket Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 12,924	jlehigh - looks GREAT. can't wait to see MORE pics i would LOVE to get ANOTHER 4way and run my blueline MD 30x on it...but no $! they things are AMAZING. the best wavemaker i have seen to date. my corals are the happiest i have EVER SEEN!!! growing like crazy!! Lunchbucket __________________ Trying to lose weight by walking is like trying to bake a cake w/ a cigarette lighter - Lunchbucket - "Nancy-Boy Extraordinaire" - maxxII- Current Tank Info: 58gal Oceanic RR, 2x400w MH (20k XM and 10k XM), Deltec PF601 Ca Rx, Deltec AP701 skimmer, mag950 return, iwaki 55rlt w/ an Oceansmotions 4-way unit, Tunze 7300 and 6000 each w/ controller, fluidized po4 rx

06/07/2004, 11:18 PM	#845
Easily Distracted Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Westerville, OH Posts: 1,592	Paul, Are the regular duty(original) 4-ways going to be available anytime soon? __________________ Custom Made and DIY are NOT the same thing. Brand New and Used for 3 Weeks are NOT the same thing. Current Tank Info: Dr. Frankenstein's lab

06/07/2004, 11:18 PM	#846
Easily Distracted Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Westerville, OH Posts: 1,592	Double post........ Please ignore. __________________ Custom Made and DIY are NOT the same thing. Brand New and Used for 3 Weeks are NOT the same thing. Current Tank Info: Dr. Frankenstein's lab

06/08/2004, 09:07 AM	#847
Pennoyer Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 456	1" Revolutions: Any timetable on production???? not that it matters too much because I still don't have water in the tank, but getting close. The suspense is killing me. Everybody that comes over thinks it is some sort of spider with all the arms and "tees" I have coming from the unit. Can't wait to see it actually move some water. __________________ Serenity Now!! Current Tank Info: 90 gallon; Seq. 4200 return w/ 2 x 1" Seaswirls; Seq. 4200 w/ HD-4Way OceanM. CL; 2 x 250 DE ROIII's w/ Gies. 14.5k's on Icecaps; 4x48" T5HO's w/ Icecap SLR's on 2x660 Icecaps dawn/dusk; Geo 6x40" Ext. NW Skim; Jet 1 CR; PC-650 Chiller

06/08/2004, 11:07 AM	#848
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06/08/2004, 04:45 PM	#849
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06/08/2004, 05:36 PM	#850
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