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  1. 10-23-2009, 11:11 PM #1
    Tom@HaslettMI
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    FTS: Oct 2, 2009

    IMG 2612 - Tom@HaslettMI - 50 gallon mixed reef

    The system
    Display Tank: 50 gallon breeder
    Sump/refugium: 20 long
    Plumbing: CPR CS50 overflow box
    Return pump: Mag18 with SCWD
    Flow: (1) NanoStream 6045 and (1) Koralia 2

    More details (and photos) to come...
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  2. 10-23-2009, 11:15 PM #2
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    Can;t wait to see some close ups! How big is the clam?
    Anyone can grow Zoa's and LPS I have some in my sump.
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  3. 10-23-2009, 11:15 PM #3
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    Looking nice, how old is it?? Is that the one you mentioned in your mature tank thread?
    Does water always taste like salt and poo????

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  4. 10-24-2009, 12:14 AM #4
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    Speed - The clams (T. squamosa and T. derasa) are 8 or 9 inches (shell length).

    jojo - Thank you and yes, this is my only tank... for now.
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  5. 10-24-2009, 06:06 AM #5
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    looks good Tom. What is your stock list?
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  6. 10-24-2009, 06:48 PM #6
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    Tom that is a beautiful tank, did I hear that its your old tank?

    Love natures little protein skimmers. I guess they are not little in your case!
    I have 5 currently in my 60.
    "We shouldn't think of an environment where livestock can survive, we should ensure an environment where livestock can thrive."-Rabidgoose
    "If it's gonna be that kinda party, Ima stick my ........ in the mashed potatoes!"-Beastie Boys
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  7. 11-18-2009, 08:08 PM #7
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    Looking great Tom!
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  8. 11-24-2009, 10:22 PM #8
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    Lighting: T5-HO 117 watts
    • Front - ATI Blue+
    • Middle - AquaScience 15K
    • Back - ATI Blue+


    The middle and back bulbs run on a Current USA Nova Extreme retro kit. The stock reflectors were swapped out for TEK II reflectors. Lights on at 1pm and off at 11 pm. A 3" fan also runs on this schedule.

    The front bulb runs on a Workhorse 3 ballast and a TEK II reflector. This bulb runs on a separate timer along with a Current USA lumabrite LED strip (4 white bulbs). I run this light bank on and off throughout the other's on-time to simulate clear sky and clouds.

    Circulation
    • Tunze NanoStream 6045 - upper left corner of the tank
    • Koralia 2 - upper right corner of the tank


    Sump/fuge: DIY 20 long
    • Overflow: CPR CS50 w/ aqualifter pump
    • Skimmer: EuroReef ES5-2
    • Heater: 200W Trionic
    • Passive filtration: Carbon
    • Algal filtration: Caulerpa taxifolia
    • Fuge lighting: 2 12" Cold cathode fluorescent tubes (24 hours)
    • Return pump: Mag 18 - Split so a portion is put back in to the fuge and further split by a SCWD (that is currently not switching due to carbonate buildup).


    ATO
    • Tunze Osmolator
    • DIY Kalk chamber


    I think that's it for equipment. Here is a photo of the "nerve center" a few days ago. I switched it up in an effort to toddler proof it. Stay tuned for photos.

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  9. 12-18-2009, 10:35 PM #9
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    Toddler tested, reefer approved...
    IMG 2817 - Tom@HaslettMI - 50 gallon mixed reef

    and when I need access I simply slide it out. I still need to get the wires better organized.
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    I built it out of MDF but in hindsight I think real wood/plywood would have been more sturdy. May be I'll rebuild it... yeah, right.

    and now for something completely different... my clams!
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  10. 12-19-2009, 07:42 AM #10
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    nice work Tom!
    Tankster's 40g Mantuary

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