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Discussion about Controllers, Pumps, Lights, Heaters, Skimmers, and other reefkeeping equipment.

  1. Lighting for Corals

    I have a 20 long tank that I want to use for just corals. I need some suggestions for lighting. Right now I have 220watts of lighting that can be put...
    Started by tara, 12-11-2004 09:05 PM
  2. closed loop ideas

    Well,since i'm setting up a new tank soon(40 breeder)I'll be adding a closed loop.I need some ideas/pics on how it should be done.Pump sizes,PVC...
    Started by davejnz, 12-05-2004 10:24 AM

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    Flow & Plumbing
  3. changed out XM to 'saki

    My new XM was working fine for a couple days but my IceCap has since stopped firing it.I dont think those XM's like IceCaps as i've heard from others...
    Started by davejnz, 12-02-2004 04:58 PM
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    Lighting
  4. Pump Specifications (GPH / Max Head / Power Consumption)

    This information was compiled from the manufacturer's data sheets. We've attempted to ensure all data is accurate, however with manufacturers...
    Started by dakar, 11-30-2004 09:40 AM

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    Flow & Plumbing
  5. buylighting.com

    I'm looking to buy a couple of 250w MH PS bulbs from them. They are listed for $38.95 each. Is this too good to be true? Are these bulbs any good?...
    Started by sirpat, 11-23-2004 10:47 AM

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    Lighting
  6. Metal Halide Bulb and Ballast Cross Reference Guide (ANSI)

    Metal Halide Bulb and Ballast Cross Reference Guide The list below provides a quick reference of most aquarium metal halide (MH) bulbs and their...
    Started by dakar, 11-25-2004 12:50 PM

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    Lighting
  7. new MH is here

    My new 250w XM10k has arrived.My IceCap ballast had no problem firing it.Right now,I'm using the 2 layers of screen method for acclimating.It is very...
    Started by davejnz, 11-20-2004 08:13 AM

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    Lighting
  8. Will the bulb work?

    Hey guys, Looking for a little advice. Dakar has recommended using 6500 w Iwasaki 250watt MH bulbs in my unit, but he wasn't sure if the bulb...
    Started by sirpat, 11-17-2004 10:13 PM

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    Lighting
  9. Opinions on the 6500K Iwasaki 250W's

    As I'm still gathering info and deciding which way I want to go with the new tank (180) as far as MH lighting goes, I'm starting to lean towards...
    Started by dakar, 11-12-2004 09:20 AM
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    Lighting
  10. Easiest water change ever!!

    I just did the easiest water change ever on my 125. I did a 30% change. I didn't lift a bucket, lol. I used a python to empty the water down to...
    Started by Sea~Horse~Whisperer, 11-10-2004 11:16 AM
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    Water Treatment
  11. ordered a new MH

    Got tired of this blue 250w CV10k so i broke down and ordered a 250wXM10k.Hope it works well on my IceCap ballast.Should be here middle of next...
    Started by davejnz, 11-11-2004 08:53 PM

    Sub-Topic:

    Lighting
  12. Lighting ordered...

    OK, ordered the new lighting... 2-175 watt 10k XM halides, 2-65 watt act 03 pc's, and 2 65 watt 10k pc's. I found a wholeseller in our local club, so...
    Started by Reptoreef, 10-26-2004 01:58 PM
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    Lighting

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