I started to Make a bio sand filter a few years back,I had it about 80% done then decided to go with Bio Pellets. Bad idea to be honest. So now with the new tank going better then expected I need to do something about all the 2 part we are doaseing. I have come to the conclusion that adding that much of anything is not good for a reef tank! So considering that both 2 part and Ca reactors both have good benefits why not just use a little of both ! Here is a picture of what I am starting with. Tried to give this thing away but am glad no one grabbed it. This will save me hundreds of dollars !
First thing to do is make a media plate that will hold 50#'s of ARM course media yet allow plenty of water thru the reactor. This is what I came up with.
I bought a Milwaukee regulator and selanoid valve and have a pinpoint probe and probe adapter coming from premium so we will update this as the mail man delivers the new toys !
Last edited by binford4000; 04-02-2014 at 03:28 PM.
So I opened up the regulator box to look at the new toy. Looks nice and it comes very highly recommended . I noticed the bubble counter has no oil in it. Anyone know what oil or fluid is used in it ??
That's going to be a big Ca reactor! How tall is it?
I think you'll really enjoy having a reactor, and wont miss all of the hassle of dosing.
I'm looking forward to seeing how you convert this. Oh, the attachment in your second post didn't work.
Tom
The base is 6" tall x 18" long x18" wide and the chamber is 5 1/2" inside diameter X 48" tall. I am guessing it will hold 50 lbs of media. I am planning to use a 20# tank
Last edited by binford4000; 04-04-2014 at 07:38 AM.
DIY Ca Reactor
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