clearsky57

So........... in reading what everyone has said here, is still making me question whether they (Kessil) are the ticket.... I would like to think I don't have to be so fussy as to what I grow, and it would appear as stated earlier, there isn't enough data in yet (long term data that is) to make a qualified judgement, as to whether or not they are "growing" corals... While I like the lower electric bills, and less temperature fluctuations, not having a cooler, I would like to see some more data or for that matter practical experiences before I invest.... I have been hedging on looking into diy project, but there seems to be more success there... david

I looked at their calculator, and unless I didn't find the right spot to navigate to, their calculator was set up for the 150's.... However, everyone I have spoken to says the 350s are enough for sps's..... I was interested in any negatives from the folks that have had them for a while now..... I'm not that current on the technology for these type led's.

As I don't know most of the people personally, I hope they will catch this thread and ring in...... thanks david

I was in Daytona Beach this past weekend, and visited with several fish stores while there... One in particular I like to visit, just moved recently into a bigger newer location (Poseidon) and while he is not up completely running, there are still over a dozen salt tanks running.. They are builders and suppliers of RO/DI systems, and have some neat things on their shelves for sale... One thing I picked up was a new (to me dry food) "Sustainable Aquatics" dry Hatchery Diet. .5mm slow sinking pellets I have tried some dry foods on my fish but they didn't really take to them, although I will say they probably get a little spoiled with all the frozen foods, and live b/s.... anyhow, they told me that this is the stuff used in hatchery breeding programs so i decided to buy a bottle.. (4oz bottle/ 7.99) when I got in last night, I decided to feed the tank just a bit before lights out and boy i was pleasantly surprised.... Everyone was eating it, which made me happy... now on the lights.. He just got in the brochures, but said the lights would be in any day..... I wouldn't have bought them just on one persons opinion, especially at the price, but figured I would like to hear from others, and maybe someone that has got them. I know they are new and a newer technology, so I am excited to hear the reports... I was told the par readings are good, so let's see....

I have been reading up on Kessil LED lights, specifically the AP350W and the A150W products.. Anyone able to give me any input on these lights. I am planning on changing out my twin 175 wt m/h lights, and want to consider LED options.. thanks david

Hello:recently (within the past two months) I purchased a couple of your products.. A Phosban 150 Reactor, along with some phospate pellets, to add to my 75 gallon reef tank.My intention was to place it into my sump to help reduce my phosphate and ultimately my nitrates..I powered it with a maxijet 600 powerhead, and all seemed to be doing fine..I suppose the unit has been actually running on my tank now for 4 weeks, and recently, I noticed it was clogging up.the pump was laboring and there was no flow through the unit, along with the fact there was an odor(which i figured to be normal for this sort of thing?) I took it out to try to flush it or clean it out, but I have run into a problem> I cannot seem to open the unit! for whatever reason, it seems to have sealed so tight, that I cannot turn the top to open it...I have tried several things to try to turn and open the canister, with no luck! any ideas would be greatfully tried..... can you give me some help on this matter, as I would really appreciate it... do the pellets tend to disolve or mold together, or is it because the flow was slowed?thanks for your help...... david

This was my first Frag Fest, and It was better than advertised. from learning about common pests, to the tank drilling demonstration, to all the new frags of corals!!! thanks to all the folks that put this together, and for making it a wonderful day. cheers david

Agreed: I have 4 (bangai)right now in my 75 and two have paired off... they tend to chase the other two when they are trying to mate, and have done so now 3 times... as long as the other two stay out of the way, there isn't much problem, but I fear the male has either swallowed eggs, or dispatched them early and I will attempt to get the other two out soon...

Where would the booster pump be placed in this diagram?

golly gee batman! I think we'll need a bigger tank! LOL

Hi there: having not attended a frag fest in the past, and certainly looking forward to sunday, I was reading the brief itinerary on the upcoming function thread, and I would like for someone in the know to explain the rules and conditions of the "auction of your items" and sale of items... thanks

I actually have a space under my stairs, where the furnace and water tank are... there is room for a couple tanks, which works well for close proximity to my water filtration and hidden from view. It may be hard to plumb from that room, but I can set it up where I can attach a hose or something...

Do you have any photos of this system? would love to see it... thanks

I do have the space (money???) for a couple decent sized tanks, and I suppose 100 gal for mixed water may be overkill.... My concern on the mixed tank was the correct way to mix it, and how long it would keep once mixed.. If I maintain good circulation on it, will it keep longer? I could go down in size, and might do so in retrospect, I don't need more than a 50 gal tank for the salt, but I can use all of what I produce in fresh, with all my other tanks. I looked at the pics from the thread and the fellow there has the ultimate ocd system..... Looks great but maybe a little fancier than I need. and the room I have for mine isn't quite as large as that...

I am getting ready to order a couple (100 gallon) poly tanks, one for my RO/DI water, and a second to have for mixed salt water for my water changing. My question is, does anyone have any input as to the style tank I should get? I was thinking on two 23"diameter tanks (are about 5' tall, with a 7" or 8" top port, and a typical drain on the bottom... graduated, and the white poly... I suppose my concern is what is the best way to mix the salt so that the water is properly disolved, and that it "keeps" in between changes in the tank. My thought was to add a power head or some sort of pump, to keep the water moving in the tanks. I'm sure there are ways (even better ways) to accomplish this so I figured I would get some input before I go out and buy a bunch of stuff, and find out there was a better way to "make the wheel".... by the way.... I am purchasing a 75 GPD RO/DI unit so I think a 100 gallon tank should suffice... (I have a bunch of fresh tanks, but only one salt water one right now (75 gallon) thanks david