80 gallon rimless (new build)

[SanmanReefer]

Awesome looking setup man, I'm actually planning a similar build. will be following along for updates.

Sent from my SGH-T999 using Reefs

Thank you, let me know if you have any questions regarding the Deepblue tank or any of the equipment.

 

[MHG]

Nice build...

 

[SanmanReefer]

Awesome looking setup man, I'm actually planning a similar build. will be following along for updates.

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Thanks

 

[SanmanReefer]

Nice build...

Thank you!

 

[SanmanReefer]

Update:

Ordered a few itmes today:

Super Reef Octopus SRO-2000INT skimmer
2 MP10 wireless pumps

Have 2 second generation Radions on my cart now, undecided on these lights as of now. I'll sleep on this until tomorrow.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Update:

The tank is doing great, cycling at the moment. Getting the usual ammonia spike, will keep testing and testing until its ready. I'm in no rush at the moment, just ordered the skimmer, MP10's and still need to buy the lights. I want to take my time with this one and have it exactly the way I wanted. Will keep you guys posted.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Started mounting the EB8 outlet from my Apex inside my cabinet now along with the Apex base unit. Will not mount the display unit just yet. I wanna build a control panel for the Apex display, Vortech controllers,etc.. It will go on the wall next to the tank, it will be stained and coated to match the stand.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Update:

Just received my skimmer. Super Reef Octupus RO-PS 2000 int and 2 Vortech MP10 wireless pumps. I have to make an acrylic stand for the skimmer like the one sitting next to the skimmer. That stand was made for an Aqua C EV-240. The water level in my skimmer section is about 15 inches high.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Update:

Okay so I'm off today and already finished building the acrylic stand for the skimmer as the water level in that section is 15 inches high and the optimal water level for the skimmer is 5.75 to 6 inches. Installed the skimmer and I'm very impressed as to how quite it is, I mean its dead silent. Amazing! Breaking it in as we speak.

Working on cable management today. I'm gonna hide the wires and cables as much and neat as possible. Also working on a piece of wood (stained and polyurethaned to match the stand) to put the Vortech controllers and Apex display unit. Will post more photos later.

 

[MatthewScars]

Whats the name of that fitting that goes PVC to barb? The one that you have the hose connecting to the pvc

 

[SanmanReefer]

Whats the name of that fitting that goes PVC to barb? The one that you have the hose connecting to the pvc

The one on the reactors? That's a 1/2 barb from HD. It's connected to a bushing or a reducer 3/4 to 1/2. Hope this helps.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Update:

Okay, I finished the control panel for the MP10's and the Apex display unit. What do you guys think. Everything is velcroed plus the Velcro was crazy glued to the panel. I have these cool looking L shape brackets (very tiny) that I plan on using also for peace of mind. Even though there is a 2-3 inch clearance behind the tank. I don't think anything will fall inside of the tank. I don't anticipate splashing either as I'm going with lagoon reef crest mode. I don't want to many ripples on the surface of the tank, I'm not sacrificing flow either. Main pump is 2600 gph.

 

[SanmanReefer]

The brackets for the lights will go on each side of the panel. Saltwaterinbrooklyn will build brackets for me as soon as I buy the lights. Will go with second generation Radions or Pro Radions.

 

[MatthewScars]

You are literally putting them there? Seems like salt creep, splash would get them. Plus it doesn't look very smooth there. Id put them in the sump area IMO.

 

[SanmanReefer]

That's the plan for now. I hear you, legitimate concern there. I'll give it a shot. Might move them to the side of the tank or the bottom like you suggest. Nothing is set in stone as of yet. Thanks for the comment, appreciate it. That's why I started the thread, to embrace comments and suggestions.

 

[evoIX_Reefer]

I am actually agreeing with MatthewScar here. That is a pretty bad place to place it due to salt creep and splash.

I like mine accessible so I would probably suggest closer to the couch area where you can tinker while you sit. There won't be many times when you have to move the controllers. Only downside is people touching or hitting it.

 

[annanymous]

You are literally putting them there? Seems like salt creep, splash would get them.

+1
plus reaching them may be a PITA

 

[SanmanReefer]

+1
plus reaching them may be a PITA

I hear you, I'm 6'2" so no problem reaching there. Trust me I thought about that before putting them there, lol. Also my wife looked at me and said the same thing.

 

[SanmanReefer]

I am actually agreeing with MatthewScar here. That is a pretty bad place to place it due to salt creep and splash.

I like mine accessible so I would probably suggest closer to the couch area where you can tinker while you sit. There won't be many times when you have to move the controllers. Only downside is people touching or hitting it.

I agree with you, the problem in my house are children. My kids already know not to touch the tank or the equipment but their friends are here all the time, that's one of the reasons I built the stand that high (45 inches high) I originally thought about setting the tank up in my bedroom, wished I did that actually. But I plan on a 300 deep dimension for the bedroom at some point.

 

[SanmanReefer]

Ok so I ordered the Radions second generation. They'll be here in a few days. I'll keep you guys posted.