Profilux vs Apex

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by cwatkins

The Full Apex can control Tunze with the cables I believe. But because I don't use anything variable and have no interest in monitoring ORP, I decided to go for the cheaper Lite version (exact same but missing ORP and variable ports). Hopefully I don't kick myself for not getting variable ports if I ever go LED.

Cheers.

Since I have controllable Streams, I need the full version, although I can then sell my 7095 multi controller and that mostly pays the difference.

[fencer]

tunze right out of the box just need the cables
Calibrating ORP for apex is harder than the other units but it happens to be the correct way of doing it. wish Neptune would have internal self calibration.

[amoreira]

Wish the apex would connect to my Osmollator ATOF. Sometimes the feed pump would fail and I've no alarm for low level in the sump. I will make my next project to put in a level float contact for low level.

The Apex also has a wireless I/F to the Vortech MP40. I've that on my list too.

[Snappy]

Originally Posted by amoreira

Wish the apex would connect to my Osmollator ATOF. Sometimes the feed pump would fail and I've no alarm for low level in the sump. I will make my next project to put in a level float contact for low level.

In my opinion the Osmolator is really only reliable for smaller systems because it will only run for 10 minutes max and then shuts down with no reset. Once the 10 minute cycle ends & the light goes red & you need to reset it manually by unplugging it. A royal pain for a larger system, I only use mine as a back up unit.

[amoreira]

Originally Posted by Snappy

In my opinion the Osmolator is really only reliable for smaller systems because it will only run for 10 minutes max and then shuts down with no reset. Once the 10 minute cycle ends & the light goes red & you need to reset it manually by unplugging it. A royal pain for a larger system, I only use mine as a back up unit.

Yeah, it's a pain in the rear end and the pump is not that reliable. I've had to replace 2 that burnt out. I also made the mistake of unplugging it 1 too many times from the plug in to the unit (not the wall) and it's loosely connected to the unit often failing to give it power.

I'm thinking of switching to s a simple float switch and a proper top off pump.

[Doug]

Originally Posted by fencer

tunze right out of the box just need the cables
Calibrating ORP for apex is harder than the other units but it happens to be the correct way of doing it. wish Neptune would have internal self calibration.

Cant be much harder than my RK 2. I quit using it and went back to my Pinpoint ph meter.

[fencer]

orp is a two soln calibration

[Tom R]

I love my ProfiLux.

I have had it for over 4 years now and wouldn't trade it for anything.

It may be the most expensive controller on the market, however it is also the most reliable, complete system out there.

They also astound me with their free updates and quick response to any new equipment introduced to the market place.

Tom R

[seasmurf]

Hi, this file is too big for me to attatch, if you want it, just P|M me and I will email it. My good friend NAS uses the reekeeper II.

Reefkeeper I
AquaController Jr
Biotope
ReefKeeper II
Light House
Solar 1000
Aquacontroler III
Aquadyne 4000
Basicline
Aquamedic
Aquatronica
ProfiLux Plus II
AquaController III Pro
Profiline
AquaSmart
IKS Midi
Riff Control
Elos Biotopus II

[whatcaneyedo]

Originally Posted by seasmurf

Hi, this file is too big for me to attatch, if you want it, just P|M me and I will email it. My good friend NAS uses the reekeeper II.

Reefkeeper I
AquaController Jr
Biotope
ReefKeeper II
Light House
Solar 1000
Aquacontroler III
Aquadyne 4000
Basicline
Aquamedic
Aquatronica
ProfiLux Plus II
AquaController III Pro
Profiline
AquaSmart
IKS Midi
Riff Control
Elos Biotopus II

That spreadsheet is getting pretty outdated but it can also be downloaded here: http://www.aquariumcontrollers.com/a...omparisons.php