New tank equipment checklist

InsideJoke · 01/17/2010, 09:29 PM

Well, I'm getting ready to order the majority of the equipment and testing equipment I'll need for my 75 gallon tank and want to make sure I'm not forgetting anything.

Jager 250 Watt Heater
API Liquid Master Saltwater Kit
Koralia 3 x2
SpectraPure RO/DI
Reftractometer
T5HO Lighting
Reefkeeper Lite

Am I forgetting anything? (Minus salt, substrate, rock)

Lightsluvr · 01/17/2010, 09:40 PM

Do you have a sump and skimmer?

LL

InsideJoke · 01/17/2010, 09:49 PM

I plan on running sumpless. I'm debating about doing a false rockwall to hold the heater, chaeto and some other stuff behind.

I've been debating about a skimmer though. The bioload in my tank should be low as I really dont plan on having a lot of fish.

BrianOKC · 01/17/2010, 10:30 PM

I'd personally buy the skimmer before a controller. Just more important imo.

gregzbobo · 01/17/2010, 10:49 PM

GFCI outlet, chemical media, jugs, tubs, hoses, ATO parts, MagFloat or similar, calcium, alk, mag test kits if/when you start keeping hard corals, and you may want to pickup a powerstrip if your RKL is the level 1, or a 2nd PC4.

skiformance · 01/17/2010, 10:51 PM

Agreed skimmer!!!!!

InsideJoke · 01/17/2010, 11:08 PM

Any ideas for a decent hang on skimmer?

gregzbobo · 01/17/2010, 11:15 PM

I'm using an Aquac Remora HOB skimmer on my 65g FOWLR, works really well, although when its newly cleaned its a bit noisy. I'm thinking of modding it to sit in my sump, so the cabinet stand doors muffle the noise a little bit. But thats the only caveat I have had with it.
Well, I DID get it with the optional surface skimmer/bubble-reducer box, this box is enormous and I could never make it sit level so I removed it. I don't have micr-bubble issues anyways, and the skimmer works just fine without it.

blakers82 · 01/20/2010, 12:20 AM

Alan,

As far as skimmers go...
I had an Aqua Medic T1000 hang-on skimmer on my 75 gallon for many years. It was a great skimmer and it has what I'd call "trickle" boxes that return water to the tank. They really don't draw much attention to them as compared with the sponge like microbubble boxes that come on other skimmers. They are also no adjustments necessary with his skimmer which is nice. As you know, Ive got the Coralife Super Skimmer (125g) on my sump now. Actually a pretty good skimmer. It is water level dependent, but no biggie once it's set.

You should come by to see the updates sometime! Let me know ifyou need anything.

-B

blakers82 · 01/20/2010, 01:27 AM

Oh. I'd also recommend that you upgrade atleast one of those Koralias to a Koralia 4.

Happy fishing!

cjilge · 01/20/2010, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by blakers82

Oh. I'd also recommend that you upgrade atleast one of those Koralias to a Koralia 4.

Happy fishing!

I agree. I'm running x2 k3's and wish at least one of them was a 4. Definately buy a skimmer! All the above mentioned skimmers are good, I used an octopus hob for a little while and it worked well. Good luck

jprince58 · 01/20/2010, 07:58 AM

How about the most over-looked equipment item in the hobby: Generator. Sadly, most of us never seem to think of its necessity until the power is out and we're scrambling. As an adjunct to that, an "emergency" kit of power cords, splitters, and a plan to get them in use quickly is also helpful.

InsideJoke · 01/20/2010, 08:47 AM

I was actually looking at the octopus hobs for the skimmer and I'll probably end up going that route.
I ended up getting a RO/DI from NanoReef and that saved me about 85 bucks off what I was originally going to spend on it so that might open up some more options in the budget.

Upgrading to the K4 is simple enough.

I'd consider the generator for the house, not something for the tank alone :P

I was meaning to ask how the tank was coming along Blake. Did everyone make it through alright?

jkhudson · 01/20/2010, 09:40 AM

You might think about an emperor 400 to hang on the back. It would give good surface disruption and gives you a place to add any media that you may need like carbon or phosguard. Just remember to leave the wheels off.

InsideJoke · 01/20/2010, 09:57 AM

I've been debating between the Emperor and an AquaClear. I really dislike how the Emperors look, but they have the nice dual "ramps" back into the tank.

01/17/2010, 09:29 PM	#1
InsideJoke Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 381	New tank equipment checklist Well, I'm getting ready to order the majority of the equipment and testing equipment I'll need for my 75 gallon tank and want to make sure I'm not forgetting anything. Jager 250 Watt Heater API Liquid Master Saltwater Kit Koralia 3 x2 SpectraPure RO/DI Reftractometer T5HO Lighting Reefkeeper Lite Am I forgetting anything? (Minus salt, substrate, rock) __________________ -Alan-

01/17/2010, 09:40 PM	#2
Lightsluvr Tangaroa to 500 gallons Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,855	Do you have a sump and skimmer? LL __________________ Click on my username and select "Lightsluvr's Home Page" for a recap of our build thread - AGE Hybrid Tank in a 500G system with dedicated fish room. (Takes a few minutes for photos to load) Leave a note if you stop by... Current Tank Info: 350G AGE Hybrid reef tank. 500G+ total water volume. Three sumps for filtration. Barracuda Gold return and Hammerhead Gold closed loop pumps. DIY T5 light system on rails. MP40W x3 to supplement closed loop. 130G Water management system.

01/17/2010, 09:49 PM	#3
InsideJoke Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 381	I plan on running sumpless. I'm debating about doing a false rockwall to hold the heater, chaeto and some other stuff behind. I've been debating about a skimmer though. The bioload in my tank should be low as I really dont plan on having a lot of fish. __________________ -Alan-

01/17/2010, 10:49 PM	#5
gregzbobo Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 275	GFCI outlet, chemical media, jugs, tubs, hoses, ATO parts, MagFloat or similar, calcium, alk, mag test kits if/when you start keeping hard corals, and you may want to pickup a powerstrip if your RKL is the level 1, or a 2nd PC4. __________________ Greg Z. NanoCube 28G w/DIY LEDs 12 Cree XR-E coolwhite & 12 Cree XR-E royal blues, 2 Meanwell dimmable drivers, Reefkeeper Elite w/Net & ALC controlling Meanwells, MP10, inTank mediabasket.

01/17/2010, 10:51 PM	#6
skiformance skiformance racing Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: chandler Posts: 1,152	Agreed skimmer!!!!! __________________ what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that allow me to do with things that would be a nightmare for people like you. Current Tank Info: 175 bowfront, 120, 80 bowfront, 55 fresh

01/17/2010, 10:30 PM	#4
BrianOKC Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Moore , Oklahoma Posts: 738	I'd personally buy the skimmer before a controller. Just more important imo.

01/17/2010, 11:08 PM	#7
InsideJoke Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 381	Any ideas for a decent hang on skimmer? __________________ -Alan-

01/17/2010, 11:15 PM	#8
gregzbobo Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 275	I'm using an Aquac Remora HOB skimmer on my 65g FOWLR, works really well, although when its newly cleaned its a bit noisy. I'm thinking of modding it to sit in my sump, so the cabinet stand doors muffle the noise a little bit. But thats the only caveat I have had with it. Well, I DID get it with the optional surface skimmer/bubble-reducer box, this box is enormous and I could never make it sit level so I removed it. I don't have micr-bubble issues anyways, and the skimmer works just fine without it. __________________ Greg Z. NanoCube 28G w/DIY LEDs 12 Cree XR-E coolwhite & 12 Cree XR-E royal blues, 2 Meanwell dimmable drivers, Reefkeeper Elite w/Net & ALC controlling Meanwells, MP10, inTank mediabasket.

01/20/2010, 12:20 AM	#9
blakers82 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 842	Alan, As far as skimmers go... I had an Aqua Medic T1000 hang-on skimmer on my 75 gallon for many years. It was a great skimmer and it has what I'd call "trickle" boxes that return water to the tank. They really don't draw much attention to them as compared with the sponge like microbubble boxes that come on other skimmers. They are also no adjustments necessary with his skimmer which is nice. As you know, Ive got the Coralife Super Skimmer (125g) on my sump now. Actually a pretty good skimmer. It is water level dependent, but no biggie once it's set. You should come by to see the updates sometime! Let me know ifyou need anything. -B __________________ The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. -Jacques Yves Cousteau 150gal SPS

01/20/2010, 01:27 AM	#10
blakers82 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 842	Oh. I'd also recommend that you upgrade atleast one of those Koralias to a Koralia 4. Happy fishing! __________________ The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. -Jacques Yves Cousteau 150gal SPS

01/20/2010, 07:58 AM	#12
jprince58 Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Jenks, OK, USA Posts: 751	How about the most over-looked equipment item in the hobby: Generator. Sadly, most of us never seem to think of its necessity until the power is out and we're scrambling. As an adjunct to that, an "emergency" kit of power cords, splitters, and a plan to get them in use quickly is also helpful. __________________ 'I refuse to discount another man's opinion -- until he opens his mouth to speak.' -- Anonymous Jeff Prince Current Tank Info: 72g bow mixed reef; 40g frag

01/20/2010, 08:47 AM	#13
InsideJoke Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 381	I was actually looking at the octopus hobs for the skimmer and I'll probably end up going that route. I ended up getting a RO/DI from NanoReef and that saved me about 85 bucks off what I was originally going to spend on it so that might open up some more options in the budget. Upgrading to the K4 is simple enough. I'd consider the generator for the house, not something for the tank alone :P I was meaning to ask how the tank was coming along Blake. Did everyone make it through alright? __________________ -Alan-

01/20/2010, 09:40 AM	#14
jkhudson Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 1,252	You might think about an emperor 400 to hang on the back. It would give good surface disruption and gives you a place to add any media that you may need like carbon or phosguard. Just remember to leave the wheels off. __________________ "I don't have out run the bear. I just have to out run you!" Current Tank Info: 150 gal. reef with Christmas tree, 'shrooms, polyps, brains, sps,xenia and things i can't spell. Swimming are m/f blue throats, yellow tang, hippo tang, exquiste wrasse, sailfin, mandarin, flame angel, chromis, lawnmower blenny, crabs, and shrimp.

01/20/2010, 09:57 AM	#15
InsideJoke Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 381	I've been debating between the Emperor and an AquaClear. I really dislike how the Emperors look, but they have the nice dual "ramps" back into the tank. __________________ -Alan-