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08-23-2009, 06:31 PM
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They call me EC
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ATO. I need help picking one.
I asked this question in my build/magnifica thread, but I figured I'd get more help if I started a new thread.
I need an ATO that will control my RO/DI. I want the RO/DI to flow through a Kalk reactor before entering the tank. Any ideas where I can get one?
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Buy only AUSSIE Elegance corals.
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08-23-2009, 06:35 PM
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Big Fishy
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hmm i got mine from autotopoff.com...and it works great..mines not hooked to my RO though..i have heard thats risky..going to need a solenoid i think-drew
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08-23-2009, 07:13 PM
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They call me EC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fox2589
hmm i got mine from autotopoff.com...and it works great..mines not hooked to my RO though..i have heard thats risky..going to need a solenoid i think-drew
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Thanks. I just checked out the site. I can get the double float switch and solenoid for about 85 bucks. I would like to know if I can hook the float switches to two different solenoids, or if I would need to buy another set of switches to install two solenoids. If one solenoid fails, I would like to have a backup. I can't find a contact button on the site.
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Buy only AUSSIE Elegance corals.
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08-23-2009, 08:25 PM
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Gone Snorkeling...
 
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Id recommend 2 additional float switches, the second one in the kit is for redundancy 
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08-23-2009, 10:56 PM
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Plankton
Join Date: May 2009
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Purchased my ATO from Bulk Reef Supply. It has a float switch, electric float switch and a solenoid. If I remember right it was around $100.
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08-24-2009, 05:26 PM
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posted a link to Tunze dot com on the other thread, I think it will meet your needs. albeit a bit pricy (shop for it...)
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08-24-2009, 05:47 PM
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Big Fishy
Join Date: Mar 2009
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whats everyones thoughts on the JBJ ATO? Someone in a local reef club is getting out and has it for sale...
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08-24-2009, 05:51 PM
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Tarpon
 
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If your going to (BUY) a premade top off.......I would buy the Tunze Osmolator. If your making your own....just get your switches and solenoids and your good. I bought my switches from a company on ebay.....they work great.
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08-24-2009, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by fihsboy
If your going to (BUY) a premade top off.......I would buy the Tunze Osmolator. If your making your own....just get your switches and solenoids and your good. I bought my switches from a company on ebay.....they work great.
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Depends on how handy you are. For about $20 in parts, you can have double redundancy for safety.
BUT, I am still thinking about buying an osmolator... ...right after I buy the Huricone Cat 2, been thinking about it ever since Tony mentioned it...
Now I have to find a deal on one...
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08-24-2009, 07:24 PM
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Gone Snorkeling...
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Quote:
Originally Posted by tdwyatt
Depends on how handy you are. For about $20 in parts, you can have double redundancy for safety.
BUT, I am still thinking about buying an osmolator... ...right after I buy the Huricone Cat 2, been thinking about it ever since Tony mentioned it...
Now I have to find a deal on one...
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Tom, contact Cory (usmc2b2004) he is a dealer of Octopus skimmers (and a PMAC member), he will work something out for you.
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08-24-2009, 07:26 PM
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Gone Snorkeling...
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fihsboy
If your going to (BUY) a premade top off.......I would buy the Tunze Osmolator. If your making your own....just get your switches and solenoids and your good. I bought my switches from a company on ebay.....they work great.
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Just my opinion here, but I think that the Tunze is overpriced for an ATO.. I'd stick with either a DIY setup or a premade floatswitch setup like from autotopoff.com or bulkreefsupply...
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08-24-2009, 08:13 PM
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Tarpon
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Well personally I would just make my own as well......which is what I did. 20-30 bucks and your done. Thats the easiest if your not afraid to try it out. I have a friend who has the osmolator....and he likes it a lot. I think if you use two switches its more than enough protection from floods. I use a tom aqualifter and a single float valve..I will be adding another one eventually. but right now its just one... I have the same exact setup that Marc does on Melevs reef. Just a extension cord spliced....I used waterproof twisties (they have silicon in them to seal the wires) and then I wrapped them in plastic and taped them in electrical tape......sounds extreme but I tested it in a glass of water completly submerged and a gfci for two days.......the gfci didnt trip....so im assuming its pretty water tight. I like the diy one....its a LOT cheaper, and works just as well.
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08-24-2009, 09:31 PM
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Big Fishy
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fat Tony
Just my opinion here, but I think that the Tunze is overpriced for an ATO.. I'd stick with either a DIY setup or a premade floatswitch setup like from autotopoff.com or bulkreefsupply...
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well tony i just ordered the tunze should be here by the week end i hope. but i will let you know how it works. plus i just got the air water ice typhoon 3 extreme rodi to go with it.
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08-24-2009, 09:40 PM
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Big Fishy
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i think the most important thing is to use the proper size ato tank that if something failed it will not overflow your sump.
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