Eisernes Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 I will definitely be picking one of these up for carbon dosing soon. Thanks for the write up. Link to comment
jedimasterben Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Man, it hurts my brain that the best picture of my tank still looks like crap compared to this picture of a syringe Link to comment
Neill.w Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 Man, it hurts my brain that the best picture of my tank still looks like crap compared to this picture of a syringe Dont feel to bad, I paid for a product photographer but these photos are much better! Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 7, 2015 Author Share Posted January 7, 2015 Thanks so much for sharing all that NanoTopia! Great photos My pleasure Neill, this is product of the year for me, thanks for making this pump available to hobbyists! I will definitely be picking one of these up for carbon dosing soon. Thanks for the write up. Awesome, love to see what you do with it. Man, it hurts my brain that the best picture of my tank still looks like crap compared to this picture of a syringe LOL, thanks Ben Dont feel to bad, I paid for a product photographer but these photos are much better! That's a very nice complement Neill, thank you. Let me know if you need any shots in particular. Always happy to help spread the word on this great product. Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 7, 2015 Author Share Posted January 7, 2015 Update on the Nano Doser 1. The second Nano Doser I have been testing (3mL syringe) is complete as of 0741h today. So at 0741h, exactly 24 hours from the start, the doser has just reached 0.0mL, perfect, has to be much less than +/-1% error. Amazing but to be expected, I just like to test everything that goes on my tank these days So now I have to think about how and where I will mount this pump on this 7 gallon tank. As you may recall, things are a tad tight when it comes to real estate in the sump areas of this build. I will have to get creative with this, luckily the pump is small so I am confident it can be done. I will be posting some pictures soon on this. Update on the tank in General: One of the things we tend to do as aquarists is over react. When we see something going terribly wrong with our tanks, or algae settling in and nutrients rising, we tend go full out with all the nutrient absorbers, bio-pellets, carbon dosing, water changes, and what ever it takes to get it all under control. I'm guilty of this. This over reaction usually leads to stripping too much nutrients from the tank. If this goes unnoticed we end up with a whole new set of problems to deal with. A few months ago I noticed corals not looking so good, I tested and found that the nutrients had risen to astronomical levels. So, I put the AIO Bio-Pellets in along with GFO. A month later things were looking pretty good, nutrients under control and corals looking better. Not long after corals started to loose some colour and not open. I tested and found that nutrients were too low so I took half the Pellets out and all the GFO out, and did more feeding. Slowly things started to improve again, corals looking fat and colours coming back. So I just wanted to point out that this over reaction to nutrients and algae has a tendency to put us on a teeter-totter ride before we find the balance with a new tank. If your not observant enough you might miss the important signs that indicate disaster is looming. I guess the trick is to stay observant and vigilant with nano tanks because things tend to happen faster the smaller the volume of water is. Today, all the products we have at our fingertips to help control nutrients work pretty well, sometimes too well. Patience is the key when tackling a nutrient issue, use much less of the products than you think you need and give it some time. Balancing nutrients with nutrient control is the hardest thing with nano tanks, I am still learning Oh, and I wanted to post a pic of my new screen top I installed a couple of months ago, I realize I never got a photo of it, I'll get one today and post it. Link to comment
Paleoreef103 Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 It boggles the mind how crazy your set ups get. I love it. Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 7, 2015 Author Share Posted January 7, 2015 So here is the Screen Top as promised, before and after. Also the Nano Box LED looking sleek and beautiful as always Link to comment
TheKleinReef Posted January 7, 2015 Share Posted January 7, 2015 hot damn. nice writeups on the nano-dosers. My next tank will likely use them. Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 10, 2015 Author Share Posted January 10, 2015 I have mounted the second "Nano Doser" to this tank now. As you well know, there is not much available room left to do this with. I managed to find some available space near the ATO reservoir, actually on the door across from the reservoir. This I think works out pretty well since there is little to no humidity or salt spray like there is higher up in the sump area. So, I guess I need another doser to dose two part with this tank (ALK/Ca), for now I am content with the alkalinity portion. The tank doesn't use a whole lot of elements so I should be fine with the 30mL syringe and it should last a week at least. I just have to pick up some Brightwell's Alkalin8.3 liquid Alk then I will start dosing!I made an acrylic plate and attached it to the door.I figured Velcro would be the best route to go for mounting these dosers, it would be secure and allow for easy removal and positioning. I cut out a piece to fit on the back... sorry Neill, I had to cover up your "Saltwater-Conversion" logo So here it is, not more than an inch to spare I think there are many possibilities for mounting these dosers since the foot print is quite small. If you mount them similar to the way I did it note that the bigger syringes do not end up flush with the back surface so a spacer may be needed, in my case the industrial Velcro provided just enough extra space. Link to comment
Reefwiser Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 That worked out nice Christine. I like the cable management where did you get it? Link to comment
metrokat Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Hi Christine, couple of questions. On the screen top, did you use window screen and frame? If so, the joints that put the frame together only insert one way. How did you get them to insert the other way to look so seamless? If you're using something other than window screen frame, let me know. The dosers look perfect on the cabinet door. I'm currently using the same velcro to hold vortec control panels and they are so strong, that it is very hard to pry the controllers off. Is that a worry for the nanodoser for you? Also, the acrylic plate gives a nice frame around the dosers, why didn't you opt to put them directly on the wall? Thanks Kat Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 10, 2015 Author Share Posted January 10, 2015 Nice tank. Thank you That worked out nice Christine. I like the cable management where did you get it? Thanks, these little cable holders were bought at a computer/electronics store. They are called "Cable Drop", heres the link : http://www.houzz.com/photos/145974/CableDrop-modern-cable-management Hi Christine, couple of questions. On the screen top, did you use window screen and frame? If so, the joints that put the frame together only insert one way. How did you get them to insert the other way to look so seamless? If you're using something other than window screen frame, let me know. The dosers look perfect on the cabinet door. I'm currently using the same velcro to hold vortec control panels and they are so strong, that it is very hard to pry the controllers off. Is that a worry for the nanodoser for you? Also, the acrylic plate gives a nice frame around the dosers, why didn't you opt to put them directly on the wall? Thanks Kat Hi Kat, The screen itself is that artificial crinolin meshy stuff used in sewing. I like it because it has a good size hole and is fairly durable but you do need to take some care with it. The frame is custom made using polystyrene and the crinoline is attached using epoxy. The acrylic plate is partly for effect Kat, but it also helps keep the Velcro attached as I don't trust the rough paint surface on the door itself. I find the doser comes off pretty easy when pulled. No issues there. I should only have to take them off to change the battery once/twice a year. I can change out a syringe with it attached to the door. Kat, you have to pick up a couple of these dosers, they are really useful for small doses. Now with your bigger tank I imagine you will be dosing larger quantities of elements but maybe for trace elements or carbon dosing? Link to comment
Nano sapiens Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 I have mounted the second "Nano Doser" to this tank now. As you well know, there is not much available room left to do this with. I managed to find some available space near the ATO reservoir, actually on the door across from the reservoir. This I think works out pretty well since there is little to no humidity or salt spray like there is higher up in the sump area. So, I guess I need another doser to dose two part with this tank (ALK/Ca), for now I am content with the alkalinity portion. The tank doesn't use a whole lot of elements so I should be fine with the 30mL syringe and it should last a week at least. I just have to pick up some Brightwell's Alkalin8.3 liquid Alk then I will start dosing! I made an acrylic plate and attached it to the door. I figured Velcro would be the best route to go for mounting these dosers, it would be secure and allow for easy removal and positioning. I cut out a piece to fit on the back... sorry Neill, I had to cover up your "Saltwater-Conversion" logo So here it is, not more than an inch to spare I think there are many possibilities for mounting these dosers since the foot print is quite small. If you mount them similar to the way I did it note that the bigger syringes do not end up flush with the back surface so a spacer may be needed, in my case the industrial Velcro provided just enough extra space. Nice, very clean and organized! Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 Nice, very clean and organized! Link to comment
albertthiel Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I just received two "Nano Doser 1" syringe dosers from Saltwater-Conversion in Australia and all I can say is OMG WOW! I love gadgets but I love gadgets that are purposeful and good quality even more. I am going to be testing these beauties over the next few days and getting a feel for them as well. All I can say at the unboxing stage is I am very impressed. I am a nurse (semi-retired) so I am no stranger to equipment like this but it is the first time I hold these particular pumps in my hand so let the learning begin. Stay tuned for more updates as I put these to the test. I am hopeful they will be the inexpensive and accurate nano dosing solution I have been hunting for for both this tank and my other 20 gallon tank. However, as some might know, I am very critical of all equipment I use on my tanks so I am approaching this with a bit of scepticism as well. Here are some unboxing photo's: More to come... yes they are great indeed. I have them too Link to comment
VABumpkin Posted January 31, 2015 Share Posted January 31, 2015 Congrats on TOTM Christine! Tank's looking great as usual. Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted February 2, 2015 Author Share Posted February 2, 2015 Congrats on TOTM Christine! Tank's looking great as usual. Thank you so much Link to comment
metrokat Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 Thank you Thanks, these little cable holders were bought at a computer/electronics store. They are called "Cable Drop", heres the link : http://www.houzz.com/photos/145974/CableDrop-modern-cable-management Hi Kat, The screen itself is that artificial crinolin meshy stuff used in sewing. I like it because it has a good size hole and is fairly durable but you do need to take some care with it. The frame is custom made using polystyrene and the crinoline is attached using epoxy. The acrylic plate is partly for effect Kat, but it also helps keep the Velcro attached as I don't trust the rough paint surface on the door itself. I find the doser comes off pretty easy when pulled. No issues there. I should only have to take them off to change the battery once/twice a year. I can change out a syringe with it attached to the door. Kat, you have to pick up a couple of these dosers, they are really useful for small doses. Now with your bigger tank I imagine you will be dosing larger quantities of elements but maybe for trace elements or carbon dosing? I got one, have been travelling so have not set it up. I'm considering potassium dosing with it. Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted February 3, 2015 Author Share Posted February 3, 2015 I got one, have been travelling so have not set it up. I'm considering potassium dosing with it. Fantastic! Let me know if you need any help with it Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 FLIR Thermal Image of the NanoBox LED Just interesting to see the operating temperature and hot spots using FLIR technology. New Toy Link to comment
Nano sapiens Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 That is really cool (no pun intended) Link to comment
DaveFason Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 Very cool! Did you pick up the phone reader style? Also the plastic cover over your ATO, DIY project? -Dave Link to comment
NanoTopia Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 Very cool! Did you pick up the phone reader style? Also the plastic cover over your ATO, DIY project? -Dave Yes, FLIR One, a bit glitchy but fun to play with nonetheless. The cover is DIY white acrylic. Link to comment
ninjamyst Posted February 8, 2015 Share Posted February 8, 2015 your tank is so inspiring =). I read in your TOTM article that you dose zeovit additives and i am hoping you can answer a few questions for me. I bought zeovit nano power recently after I added a red sponge from KP Aquatics to my Spec V. The instruction for Sponge Power is 1 drop per 25 gallons, but what are you dosing for your 7 gallon tank? Do you dilute the drop and throw away a portion of it? Link to comment
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