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05-01-2006, 05:21 AM
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Thanks for sharing, Jeff
you're probably the first to demonstrate how the hydrodynamic properties of the lily pipe works (whirlpool effect) and how it might draw oily films from the water surface. Which of course needs sufficient pressure/flow from the filter and adjusted (little) distance pipe-surface.
So, ADA made it? They changed the color of powersand from greyish-light brownish to an Amazonia soil color style? Or is it only different for the coarser PS special M?
Best regards,
Detlef
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05-01-2006, 07:03 AM
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Great demonstration. That's it! I'm getting an ADA tank. | |
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05-01-2006, 07:32 AM
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Wow, great job! That wood really stand out!
Thanh | |
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05-01-2006, 08:10 AM
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Thanks again guys.
As for the tubing availability, I believe ADA Europe should have it-- or try Aqua Essentials UK. They should be able to get it.
The CO2 is controlled by pressurized system with regulator and run through a reactor (Aqua Medic 1000, discontinued?? not sure if these are still around as the company I don't think is...could be wrong, though).
The color of Power Sand is the same as always I believe-- this is just the "SPECIAL" with the Clear Super and Bacter 100 added, so it is much darker.
Thanh-- like I said-- the wood is just awesome to work with. I am really selling down on the good stuff fast, too, so if anyone is wanting some-- now is the time! | |
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05-01-2006, 09:45 AM
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Jeff, does that fixture - with HQI - yield a shimmering effect in the tank like metal halide-only does?
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05-01-2006, 10:12 AM
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Heard you can get the shimmer effect with LED's or any other single point light source. This is from my reef buddies that are running PC with moonlights. | |
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05-01-2006, 05:33 PM
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John P. - yes, you get the shimmer effect. | |
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05-03-2006, 02:28 AM
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like allways, the tank looks great, i love your work | |
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05-03-2006, 03:17 AM
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Hey Jeff,
What a great set-up!!!
I was wondering, what was the price tag on this sort of system? If you don't mind me asking. Also, how long did it take to finish the whole process (hrs)?
Thanks, Eric  | |
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05-03-2006, 11:26 AM
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Thanks!
This full system ran this client about $3000. That's everything-- including Eheim 2217, CO2 reactor, new regulator, etc.-- not including my fees for design and installation.
It took me about 6 hours from arrival to departure. | |
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