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Hello, I am trying to think of a way to provide another failsafe for my ATO on my tanks and the only idea I could think of is to use a float switch wired inline with the pump wiring. Therefore, if the float switch is activated, the ato pump will not be able to pump water into the tank because...

So I’ve got a 90 gal and I’m interested in making a stand out of aluminum. Standard size that’s close to my tank size is 48” but my tanks max length is 48.5”. Short version of my question is this…do I need to find extrusion that is greater than 48” and cut it down to exact size? Has anyone built...

I have a a rack system set up that currently has a 55 gallon aquarium set up on it in the middle and two 10's and a 20 on the top...

So, The pieces I have been waiting on have arrived - pump and outflow accessories - and I'm going to try my hand at rebuilding the AIO chamber of the tank I have. The tank is a 3 gallon Marineland contour AIO that I ripped the back partition out of in order to give the tank a larger display...

Many of us order in pods or algae or any other assortment of things to add to our tanks, and some of them come in these nifty little plastic jars. I've already found a half dozen uses for these jars from temporarily housing small fish to watering windowsill plants. Primarily they're...

im looking to make my own chaeto reactor and i cant seem to find a decent set of led lights for the reactor can anyone offer any help

I am working on trying to decrease the difficulty of water changes. I currently have my water making station in the basement and my tank on the level above. I have a python hose that I use to remove water and have used to connect to a pump in my water tank in the basement. I purchased a sicce...

Hey everyone, This is my first build thread and hope it's going to be a fun one! I have been in freshwater aquascaping for quite some years before, but went all-in on reefing for over a year now and I'm quite passionate about it. Currently I own a Reefer 170 including a sump and Apex...

Hello everyone! I work at a store that has more than 20,000 gallons of coral grow out space, but dosing aminos gets expensive, so I'd like to make our own. From what I've seen, Aquavitro Fuel is the best amino acid supplement out there and as luck may have it, they posted their lab analysis of...

Hi everyone. I thought this might be a good place to ask about this. I want to build a "reservoir" or container for water out of wood. It's actually for hydroponic/aquaculture use; recirculating/deep water culture. I could maybe use some design advice. I think a rectangular trough, roughly...

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I am wondering what would be best for my 180 gallon bowfront. It is drilled for a single corner overflow but I wanted to either add a second overflow in the other corner or fill the holes (they are drilled at the back) and redrill for a ghost overflow. What would be best? Has anyone filled...

Hello. I was wondering if anyone knows of a reef safe clear epoxy. It can even be a clear casting epoxy. Like the stuff used to make crafts and such. NOT epoxy glue to hold corals or rocks together Thanks!

I am new to the hobby and just set up my 7 stage BRS RODI w/ booster pump. I wanted to ensure my RODI is clean enough to be used. Thanks

Hello, I finally have some time to put together a build thread on this tank! My goal is a FOWLR build but who knows where that'll take me. I was in the middle of a 40 breeder build when my wife found a Prostar 90 that was super cheap. I picked it up for 1/3 of the price off a guy who bought it...

Has anyone ever attempted building their own tank? I have obviously heard it's not the best idea. However, I can't pass up on the fact that it's about a third of the cost of buying a new tank. I'm looking at building a 90 gallon with the following specs: 48" x 18" x 24" using 3/8" thick acrylic...

Good idea or Bad idea? The Problem: Without a chillers, most reefers can only heat > cool water, but NOT cool > warm water. My oberservation: Especially during the winter I chose to add the new salt water into my heater chamber during water changes. But, I realized after doing so many...

Good day all! So finally completed a 4 straight day stint of setting up the tank above and its about 95% complete and believe some learning points should be shared to make life easier for others looking at getting the above unit. Introduction:- Had a Red Sea Max Nano tank first and ran it in...

Hey guys, I am looking to build a new stand with a canopy for my 75g tank. Anyone now where I could find some plans or ideas. My idea for the stand frame would be 4x4s and 2x4s. Any ideas would be greater appreciated!

Where can I buy 1/4” rigid clear tube? thanks

I’m curious to know peoples thoughts and suggestion on whether or not to use rigid PVC or reinforced vinyl tubing for overflow and returned plumbing.

I am starting my build very soon the tank and stand comes Tuesday. The bulk of the equipment gets delivered tomorrow. I will post a bunch of pictures. The tank is going in my home office and will house mostly Zoas and Ricordia. As well as a clown. I am not sure if I can do a pair...

Hello Is it possible to find the curve/angle of a tank with only the measurements for the length and width? I’ve got an Aqua Japan-60 (AJ-60) and I broke the glass lid and I've been trying to think of ways to create a diy mesh lid somehow, similar to the ones using the DIY window screen...

I should really have started doing this a couple years back. NO3PO4-X usually sells for $45 give or take, and I could make so much more by just buying the Vodka, Vinegar and mixing in with RODI so what follows is a Quoted recipe from a 5yr old Nopox Recipe thread that I found on R2R. Credit goes...

Hi averyone, So i had a ball of chaeto in my main tank for few moths, but it died due, i think, to the lack of light with coral growth, so i wanted to add a little "refugium" in my Max Nano (and i had my 1st nutrient spike because of the chaeto dying, i think) so i bought a Tunze Eco Chic and...