cbort Posted February 16, 2016 Author Share Posted February 16, 2016 Out with old frag tank, in with the new! Link to comment
cbort Posted February 21, 2016 Author Share Posted February 21, 2016 Frag tank Update: The stand structure is complete. The sump and refugium have been test fitted. Now to begin the plumbing. The tank was drilled with a single 1.5" drain and inky box overflow. I drilled it for an additional 2 1" returns that will have alternating flow via a 1" SWCD unit and a Reef Octopus Water Blaster(taking this off of my Elos, too much flow). Opposite side of the returns will be an MP40 for Random flow patterns. Link to comment
cbort Posted March 14, 2016 Author Share Posted March 14, 2016 New Skimmer for the frag tank, although this may get moved to the Elos when I re-do the sump. Coral Box D500 Skimmer Link to comment
Lawnman Posted March 14, 2016 Share Posted March 14, 2016 New frag tank looks awesome. I need some of those blue kisses Link to comment
cbort Posted March 15, 2016 Author Share Posted March 15, 2016 New frag tank looks awesome. I need some of those blue kisses Thanks! It's coming along slowly! The blue kisses are pretty nice! They're not a zoa that really pops, but they are very nice blue and pink! Link to comment
Lawnman Posted March 15, 2016 Share Posted March 15, 2016 Thanks! It's coming along slowly! The blue kisses are pretty nice! There not a zoa that really pops, but they are very nice blue and pink!Always loved the pastel colors of Vice Zoas. You going to sell frags online or just locals? Link to comment
cbort Posted March 16, 2016 Author Share Posted March 16, 2016 I'm officially a Control Freak! The basics are all programmed now to work on the Sump Level Switches, and ATO Switches! Link to comment
cbort Posted March 17, 2016 Author Share Posted March 17, 2016 Always loved the pastel colors of Vice Zoas. You going to sell frags online or just locals? I haven't gotten that far yet. Just mainly sell/trade locally. Maybe someday. Link to comment
cbort Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Finished my 450nM swap outs on the 3 fixtures. Replaced all 48 with brand new, and replaced two of the 10K with two 450nM's for a bit more blue on the center fixture. I will be ordering 12 more UV's next week to add a bit more pop. So far really liking these OR S026 units! Link to comment
cbort Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 Couple shots of the Elos..... Link to comment
cbort Posted April 3, 2016 Author Share Posted April 3, 2016 A few new additions: A few randoms: Link to comment
cbort Posted April 17, 2016 Author Share Posted April 17, 2016 Needing some input. My Elos stand will be thrown in the trash when I move, making way for a custom made 1" tubing stand. My original thoughts were to keep it looking like a stock Elos stand, but as I add more components (Apex controller, Apex modules, MP controller, power bars, power supplies, Apex DOS units, ATO, wifi router, etc.) I am running out of room and between all the electronics and wiring everything is getting cluttered and dangerous with electricity and water. So here are my thoughts: -Stand needs to keep the modern/sleek Elos look. -I want all three sides completely opened and accessible when doing maintenance -I want to keep foot print of stand relatively stock. I really don't like the look of a larger stand than the display nor do I want to add an additional fixture for components. -I want to create a water proof housing for electronics. -Finally, hide wires! Here is what I am thinking: -1" tubing stand powder coated piano finish gloss white (stand will be exposed around edges). Adjustable leveling feet are a must! -Build 3 skinny waterproof boxes that will house components with dark mocha or expresso sides and tops and either color matched to stand doors (piano finish gloss white). These will all be inserted into the stand like the panels in the pictures. -Each box will house like components. --FRONT-- will be controls; Apex controller display, iPad mount, MP controllers, DC pump controllers etc. --LEFT-- will be modules from the Apex Gold System, ATO module, EB8 pair, wifi router, etc. --RIGHT-- will be my housing for the 2 DOS units, ATO diaphragm pump, ect. -Figure out how to make these three panels completely open like doors. Might have to mount them so they only inset into the framing a 1/2" to avoid scraping the stand. These open and close via dual push magnets, and be connected to magnetic switches that will control LED stand lights. -Finally hide all the wiring/tubing. A false wall within each box would be ideal or just a partial false wall in some cases due to the depth of some of the components to be able to keep boxes as skinny as possible. -Run all wiring/tubing from each box to PVC pipes to sump. -Finally, yes I'm probably going to have to reconsider this after much research, but my goal is to have 2 single power cords for EB8s coming from back of stand to plug in. Everything within stand my goal is to be controlled via Apex. I know some will advise against this Thoughts? Input? I have a few builders contacted already, just waiting for my final plans. Below are pictures for inspirations This is the stand that has given me inspiration. You can see how the stand will be exposed, and instead of just panel inserts, i will insert boxes that will stick out roughly 3-4". This shot shows the fully accessible stand, much easier for tank maintenance! Adjustable feet are a must! Changing sock filters and media will be a breeze! All plumbing both for water lines and running cable will be color matched. This is an example of the boxes for housing the electronics. Material thickness will be key! Link to comment
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