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It depends on how you have stuff plugged in. I installed 2 GFCI outlets side by side. In one setup I used all 4 sockets. On the system I'm setting up now I'm just using 1 outlet since I have a 15amp power strip that everything is powered off of. If you're using a controller, you'll likely plug most of the equipment into its power strip(s). Think about how many of those you will use. Another option is to have one GFCI and 1 regular outlet in case you wanted to plug something into a regular outlet. Would you be able to access the back wall through your stand? I would prefer that route so you can hide the cabling instead of higher up where it's all visible. Just make sure you use drip loops etc as you would with any outlet. I'm always off the thought that it's better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Will you be able to replace the outlet if the GFCI is/becomes faulty? Just things to consider when placing the tank and leaving access for maintenance down the road.

Looks like things are rolling. Keep it up!

I wouldn't connect the RO line directly to the float valve. I feel like it's a recipe for disaster should the float valve fail. TDS burst will also exhaust your resin fast. If I were considering plumbing in the RO line, I would plumb it into the resovior and have some safety mechanisms in place with the Apex. For example, use a level sensor or high/low float switches/optical sensors in the reservoir to control when a solenoid opens/closes the RO line. Maybe a pan under the reservoir and sump area with a leak detector as a back up to shut off the solenoid and alert you. You can even program a max time the solenoid can be open while filling the reservoir with an alert/shutoff.

Congrats! Better get that new tank up before you hit zombie mode with less sleep.

Maybe something like these would work. https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/jumpguard-multico-cut-out-accessory-set-d-d-the-aquarium-solution.html?queryID=e710d08ed38b82b3420340870c855dd1&objectID=15286&indexName=brs_prod_m2_default_products https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/jumpguard-flexico-cut-out-accessory-set-d-d-the-aquarium-solution.html?queryID=e710d08ed38b82b3420340870c855dd1&objectID=15285&indexName=brs_prod_m2_default_products or combine these with standard big box store frame corners https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/rimless-screen-top-frame-corners-niche3d.html?queryID=18ab0ee67e8eb309ff2f6c906ec185bf&objectID=10461&indexName=brs_prod_m2_default_products

Yea I remember. My wife nicknamed it Tina (Turner) when I had it. Looking at your tank it definitely still fits. I tried to quit the hobby. Lasted 10mo lol. I bought a used SCA 120 from another member. I am just waiting for good weather to build a stand. My “workshop” is my backyard. Collecting equipment atm. It will be a slow process.

Looking good!

It’s nice to see things coming along. I appreciate all the details you provide in your updates.

Is it the spectrum or the light leakage? If the latter, they make 3d printed diffusers and/or shades that are relatively inexpensive. The lens section of the lights are pretty shallow and those help block the light.

Looking good!