phosban & phoshate reactor what to expect??

Hendersonracing · 10/23/2006, 08:31 PM

I have a little algae issue...I have some phosban coming and a reacotr.....what should I expect or do...I know start slow....

Hendersonracing · 10/25/2006, 07:50 AM

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Hendersonracing · 10/25/2006, 07:53 AM

Im getting alot of mixed answers on the phosban....other forums are telling me not to use it...I have some little algae problems red not slime but red...what should I do??? also I run carbon....everyone says run carbon for 3 hrs max a week...some say 24/7????please help before I get my reactors in...
Thanks Joe...

fingersdlp · 10/25/2006, 08:46 AM

I use it on my reef and recently added one to my fish only tank. I did see a real drop in the green slime algea that builds up on my fish only tank glass.

Just be carefull when you first add it to discard the first few gallons of water going through it (discard until it runs clear) and keep the flow rate low. I have to run mine with a very low flow rate and put a filter sock over the output to keep from grinding up the media.

I don't run carbon unless for a specific problem. It is not part of my regular maintenance.

It is funny that when I first started I ran carbon and phosphate removal media in filter bags on a regular basis but I stopped after a few months and my reef tank did not suffer at all. I think once the tank matures there is less of a need for it.

I also run a large UV and ozone on my reef so maybe these help negate the need as they help keep the water very clear IMO.

B.

rockindacheeks · 10/25/2006, 01:37 PM

ive had one running on my tank for a month and ive notice less algae in my tank.

Paulairduck · 10/25/2006, 03:22 PM

I run sea gel which is a combo carbon and phosban, in my tlf reactor, I run it 24-7, I use it in small amounts and change it once a month, I have had no problems and lots of growth, I have heard phosban releases metals into the aquarium, but I have had no problems, just dont use it in large amounts, to be on the safe side. I would reccomend rowa phos, but it is very expensive, I have used it and gotten great results, except for the price!!!

10/23/2006, 08:31 PM	#1
Hendersonracing Moved On Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,656	phosban & phoshate reactor what to expect?? I have a little algae issue...I have some phosban coming and a reacotr.....what should I expect or do...I know start slow....

10/25/2006, 01:37 PM	#5
rockindacheeks Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Corona, California Posts: 2,072	ive had one running on my tank for a month and ive notice less algae in my tank. __________________ My name is Dan, and I'm a closet reefer... Current Tank Info: 28g nanocube

10/25/2006, 03:22 PM	#6
Paulairduck I LOVE FREE FRAGS!!! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Chino Hills Posts: 2,909	I run sea gel I run sea gel which is a combo carbon and phosban, in my tlf reactor, I run it 24-7, I use it in small amounts and change it once a month, I have had no problems and lots of growth, I have heard phosban releases metals into the aquarium, but I have had no problems, just dont use it in large amounts, to be on the safe side. I would reccomend rowa phos, but it is very expensive, I have used it and gotten great results, except for the price!!!

10/25/2006, 07:50 AM	#2
Hendersonracing Moved On Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,656	I

10/25/2006, 07:53 AM	#3
Hendersonracing Moved On Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,656	Im getting alot of mixed answers on the phosban....other forums are telling me not to use it...I have some little algae problems red not slime but red...what should I do??? also I run carbon....everyone says run carbon for 3 hrs max a week...some say 24/7????please help before I get my reactors in... Thanks Joe...

10/25/2006, 08:46 AM	#4
fingersdlp Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 218	I use it on my reef and recently added one to my fish only tank. I did see a real drop in the green slime algea that builds up on my fish only tank glass. Just be carefull when you first add it to discard the first few gallons of water going through it (discard until it runs clear) and keep the flow rate low. I have to run mine with a very low flow rate and put a filter sock over the output to keep from grinding up the media. I don't run carbon unless for a specific problem. It is not part of my regular maintenance. It is funny that when I first started I ran carbon and phosphate removal media in filter bags on a regular basis but I stopped after a few months and my reef tank did not suffer at all. I think once the tank matures there is less of a need for it. I also run a large UV and ozone on my reef so maybe these help negate the need as they help keep the water very clear IMO. B.