The Beginning - 31/08/2011
So I've been debating setting up this TJ since I ordered it, but I figured now would be a good time so I can do my planning in one spot, and get feedback on things as they happen, and update the details below as things change.
*This TJ is already incredibly long without the tank being wet, but hopefully it might help illustrate the amount of effort and thought that needs to go in to this - especially if you're on a budget and want to do some DIY.
Introduction:
System Objectives: Create an "Oh Wow" factor.
Type of reef: Probably mixed. Still working on that.
Display System:
Initial Fill Date: 2nd January 2012
Display Tank Dimensions: 4x2x2
Display Lighting: DIY RapidLED build 48 LED with BoostLED Typhon controller
Stand: Custom cabinet.
Hood or Rimless: Crown style open hood to hide the LEDs.
Sump Design: 3x1.5x1.5 with 3 sections
Filtration: The sump.
Support systems:
NSW or ASW: NSW
Display Water circulation: Tunze 6095 + a JVP (to be upgraded) Originally 2 x JVP 12000l/hr wavemakers
Return Pump: Waveline DC5000 Originally a Diablo Red Devil D3000
Skimmer: Avast Marine Works CS-1 Originally a Bubble Magus BM-150PRO
Evaporation Top Up: Custom ATO
Chemical additions:
Calcium Addition: Randy's Recipe with a dosing dump
Alkilinity Addition: Randy's Recipe with a dosing dump
Magnesium Addition: Randy's Recipe with a dosing dump
Prodibiotics Addition: N/A
Coral Food Addition: Various Brightwell products
*Updated 23rd July 2013 to reflect multiple changes
*Updated 23rd July 2013 to reflect multiple changes
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