Brandon's Reef :: Equipment

58 Gallon Oceanic Reef Ready Aquarium

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: The MegaFlow™ Overflow System is engineered to allow maximum water flow to the main filter system, while greatly reducing the cascading water sound. The MegaFlow™ Overflow System design draws water from the surface, mid-range, and bottom levels of your aquarium. This provides more effective circulation and filtration, which in turn helps eliminate dead water zones in your aquarium. The MegaFlow™ allows more water flow than the previous All-Glass overflow design and significantly outperforms the competitors tube design. The new design can handle an actual maximum flow through rate of 600 G.P.H. per overflow. The MegaFlow™ Overflow is securely bonded and sealed to the back wall of the aquarium with silicone. The overflow construction makes it rugged and durable and allows the user to stack rock or other decorating materials right up against it…no unprotected flimsy clear plastic tubes to worry about. This new back wall mounted design also keeps unsightly plumbing from being seen. Aquariums up to 110 gallons are fitted with one MegaFlow™ Overflow and are rated for a maximum flow through of 600 G.P.H. (Using a rated 2,400 G.P.H. pump at a 5 foot head).
Issues: none

Octopus Recirc Needlewheel 150

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: Body Width: 5.85 inches
Height: 26.5 inches
Footprint: 7 inches X 15 inches
Included Pump: Octopus Turbine 2000 (draw only 38 watts)
Our Tank Rating: 180 gallons
The Recirc 150 skimmer is built on a simple, proven design. This skimmer comes with a needlewheel driven pump. Setup is very easy; simply place the skimmer in your sump, plug it in, adjust the riser pipe, then let it go. This is truly a plug and play skimmer.

The skimmer is constructed of cell cast acrylic, true schedule 80 unions are also used on these skimmers.

Collection cup removal is very easy, simply loosen the large union on top and the skimmer and remove the collection cup. Collection cup removal requires less than 1 inch of additonal clearance.

In addition to this skimmer you will also need a feed pump to supply water to the skimmer. We recommend a flow rate of up to 1.5 times the volume of your tank. In this case no more than 270 gallons per hour.

This skimmer can be run external from a sump. It may require a small amount of plumbing in order to install this skimmer as you will have to route the exhaust from the skimmer back to your sump.
Issues: none

Current 150W HQI Pendant

Aquired: 4.2006
Info: The Outer Orbit Pendant includes a single 10,000K HQI lamp, internal reflector, retractable hanging bracket, 16 ft. lamp cord and remote electronic ballast assembly with quick disconnect. It also features Moon White Lunar Lights along the rim.
Issues: none

QuietOne 4000

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: The Outer Orbit Pendant includes a single 10,000K HQI lamp, internal reflector, retractable hanging bracket, 16 ft. lamp cord and remote electronic ballast assembly with quick disconnect. It also features Moon White Lunar Lights along the rim.
Issues: Has some serious reliability issues. When I turn the pump off to do maintenance or sometimes to feed, it is a gamble whether it turns back on. It is fairly quite, but I am doubtful if I will ever purchase another.

Mag 7

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: These energy efficient, magnetic drive pumps have only one moving part. Specially designed to run continuously either in-line or submersed. Very low maintenance with an easy-clean pre-filter. Ideal for fresh or saltwater aquariums. Complete with base, pre-filter, and 10 ft. power cord.
Issues: none

Milwaukee MR100ATC Refratometer with ATC

Aquired: 12.2005
Info: The MR series refractometers are precision optical instruments used for measuring concentrations of substances in aqueous solutions. They work using the principle of light refraction thru liquids. When passing light thru a liquid the refracted angle will be shown on the scale determining the amount of dissolved solids in the liquid.
    Milwaukee refractometers have adjustable focus, easy to read numbers for good resolution and zero adjustment screw for calibration.
Issues: none

Visi-Therm Stealth 250W Heater

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: This heater combines advanced streamlined design with water-calibrated VisiTherm accuracy and performance assurance. It delivers the ultimate in easy-set adjustability, shatterproof durability and efficient overheat-protected operation. Start up is easy--just set it, install it and plug it in. Good for freshwater or saltwater aquariums up to 75 gallons.
    Other features include: UL listed; red temp select dial on top of heater; has an aluminum cylinder and eight-cavity heating element to distribute core heat evenly, efficiently.

Specifications: This heater is fully submersible.

Size: Heater is 15" long x 3/4" diameter.
Issues: none

Ranco Electronic Temperature Controler

Aquired: 4.2006
Info: The Ranco ETC is a microprocessor based electronic temperature controller designed to provide on/off control of heating and cooling (Chillers) . The ETC is equiped with a Liquid Crystal Display(LCD) that provides a constant readout of the sensed temperature, and a touch keypad that allows the user to easily and accurately select the set point temperature, differential set point, and heating or cooling mode of operation. The unit can be operated on either line voltage, 120/208/240VAC. With its wide temperature setpoint range and selectable heating or cooling modes, the ETC can be used for a wide variety of applications such as Research, Science, Laboratory, Education, Aquariums, Hydroponics, Pools and more..
Some of ETC's outstanding features include:

* Large and easy to read LCD
* Remote Sensor of up to 400ft away
* SPDT Output Relay
* Wide Range: -30 to 220°:F
* User selctable Fahrenheit/Celcius scales
* Simple 4-step keypad programming
Issues: none

American DJ PC-100A

Aquired: 11.2006
Info: A must for every DJ! Designed to eliminate extension cords and messy wires, the PC100A features 8 lighted switches and a 15A resettable circuit breaker right on the front panel. Ideal for switching lights and sound equipment. Highlights: Eight 120V, 3-prong plug sockets on rear of the unit; 6 ft. power cord; 120V or 220V operation. Maximum load: 15 amps or 1800 watts.
Issues: none