Kalk stirrer on AIO system, question about plumbing into tank.

Vdlibrtr · Apr 7, 2023

I just bought an Avast Kalk stirrer, im wondering though if ill have any issues running it up to the AIO section of my tank from beneath in the cabinet. I plan on having my Versa slowly fill the kalk constantly so it doses a very small amount all day. on the outlet ill have a check valve, and the drip line will have about a 4ft climb to the tank, im just worried for some reason it would struggle making that journey and fill up the canister undearneath which isn't water tight at the top.

Any input is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

ReefStable · Apr 11, 2023

Unfortunately that won't work. The lid only sits on top of the stirer, and there are holes. It will not be able to climb at all. It will overflow before climbing. The stirer needs to be above the sump (or tank) it is adding to.

Here is the description from their product page for reference

Kalk Stirrer

SOLD OUT AGAIN! Thank you and we will have more at the end of June, sign up above if you would like to be notified when back in stock. The motor driven design of our stirrer silently and gently mixes your calcium hydroxide 24 hours a day. This ensures that you are always dosing the freshest...

www.avastmarine.com

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"Note that our stirrers are non-pressurized chambers; water enters through a 1/4" John Guest fitting in the lid and gravity drains out into your sump through the 1/2" union barb fitting in the side. The lid is not fixed in place; it lifts off for quick and easy kalk powder refills."
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