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Forum: Reef 02-18-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,398
Posted By sphelps
Power draw will reduce slightly as head pressure...

Power draw will reduce slightly as head pressure increases, this is typical for most centrifugal style pumps.
http://www.reeflopumps.com/images/340_2011-Hybrid-Low-Speed.jpg
You can see in the spec...
Forum: Reef 02-18-2013, 08:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,398
Posted By sphelps
Mark, there's obviously a mistake on the website,...

Mark, there's obviously a mistake on the website, at 5m head you get zero flow. We discussed this in a previous thread but here's an adjusted pump curve that I believe is more realistic.
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Forum: Lighting Specific 02-16-2013, 04:01 AM
Replies: 252
Views: 114,386
Posted By sphelps
100% on eco mode (default) is only 80%, so...

100% on eco mode (default) is only 80%, so something to consider. Also not much concern with these fixtures, the even spread and lack of optics should eliminate most threats from burning coral. Keep...
Forum: Reef 02-16-2013, 02:45 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 21,906
Posted By sphelps
Just checking some readings the Waveline DC10000...

Just checking some readings the Waveline DC10000 draws 0.75A so around 85W or so at full speed. So as advertised, fairly efficient. One of my 300W heaters however draws 2.95A so closer to 325W, I...
Forum: Reef 02-16-2013, 02:35 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 21,906
Posted By sphelps
I run dc pumps and LEDs, my power bill is higher...

I run dc pumps and LEDs, my power bill is higher than ever :lol: We need better ideas.
Forum: Reef 02-14-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,691
Posted By sphelps
Did you know the same thing can be said about an...

Did you know the same thing can be said about an aerofoil?
Forum: Reef 02-14-2013, 04:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,691
Posted By sphelps
I think it depends on how strictly you follow the...

I think it depends on how strictly you follow the guide/procedure for a zeovit system. I know when I use to use it I got really good results when following proper schedules and keeping up with the...
Forum: POTM Entries & Votings 02-14-2013, 03:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,648
Posted By sphelps
Stupid Clowns

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a174/sphelps/m3%20tank%20build%202012/clowns.jpg
Forum: Edmonton 02-13-2013, 09:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By sphelps
Then you need two bags, each bag is 1L

Then you need two bags, each bag is 1L
Forum: Edmonton 02-13-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By sphelps
If you can't find them up there, pretty sure...

If you can't find them up there, pretty sure Concept has them down here, just picked some up last week.
Forum: Reef 02-13-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,671
Posted By sphelps
IME when it comes to fish it's low O2 that will...

IME when it comes to fish it's low O2 that will kill first, temp unless you have a small tank shouldn't be an issue. Some sort of battery back up for a powerhead or air pump can make a huge...
Forum: Lounge 02-13-2013, 03:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,799
Posted By sphelps
Yeap, cats too. All my animals are on 100% raw...

Yeap, cats too. All my animals are on 100% raw diet now, haven't paid a vet bill since.
Forum: Lounge 02-13-2013, 02:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,799
Posted By sphelps
Since we're sharing one of my cats use to have...

Since we're sharing one of my cats use to have problems, a combination of being allergic to pretty much every type of commercial food and having urinary problems use to stack up pretty decent bills...
Forum: Reef 02-12-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,493
Posted By sphelps
They will attach to acrylic as they will also...

They will attach to acrylic as they will also attach to eggcrate but they can be easily scrapped off acrylic. Plugs are my choice, take up less space and stay put, plus less obtrusive if mounted in a...
Forum: Concept Aquatics 02-12-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,090
Posted By sphelps
Nope, my BK still actually works after 5 years in...

Nope, my BK still actually works after 5 years in service but a comparisom would be cool. Oh wait... that means you'd actually have to get one first :wink:
Forum: Reef 02-12-2013, 09:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,493
Posted By sphelps
Only problem with eggcrate IME is it tends to be...

Only problem with eggcrate IME is it tends to be a host for all sorts of algae. Once encrusted with coralline however it's ideal. I would still suggest it over something like gravel or rubble but...
Forum: Concept Aquatics 02-12-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,090
Posted By sphelps
Well you heard it here first folks... Denny hates...

Well you heard it here first folks... Denny hates Canada :twised:
Forum: Marine Fish 02-12-2013, 09:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,176
Posted By sphelps
I think you need to remove the Cupramine with...

I think you need to remove the Cupramine with carbon and/or water changes and observe the fish for a week or so to be certain the treatment was effective. After which you can match temperature, pH...
Forum: Concept Aquatics 02-12-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,090
Posted By sphelps
Only problem with these skimmers is that...

Only problem with these skimmers is that ultimately you will end up with smeared crap on the Canadian maple leaf :surprise: Not a good day for Canada :razz:
Forum: Concept Aquatics 02-12-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,090
Posted By sphelps
Rick what model do you have?

Rick what model do you have?
Forum: Tank Journal 02-12-2013, 05:34 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 34,259
Posted By sphelps
Somewhat disappointed, was hoping for an end...

Somewhat disappointed, was hoping for an end table with a slightly more stepped profile.

Oh and this...
http://ciklife.files.wordpress.com/2010/09/hate_cats.jpg
Forum: Polls 02-12-2013, 12:28 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,824
Posted By sphelps
I think mesh ones are just basically higher...

I think mesh ones are just basically higher micron, they don't clog as quick but also won't filter things quite as fine. I imagine they clean easier as well.
Forum: Polls 02-11-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,824
Posted By sphelps
I don't think whether you need them or not is the...

I don't think whether you need them or not is the question as you really don't need them. I've never used them and my tanks have always done well. The question is do YOU want them, not sure a poll...
Forum: Pump Specific 02-10-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,090
Posted By sphelps
Is that a typo or are you suggesting you can't...

Is that a typo or are you suggesting you can't plumb pumps in parallel?
Forum: Lounge 02-09-2013, 02:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,000
Posted By sphelps
:surprise:

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