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  1. AZDesertRat
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    Plumbing

    You want as few fittings as possible on the overflow, it needs to be smooth without bends or restrictions which cause eddy currents or restrictions....
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  2. AZDesertRat
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    More scores, this time a drilled 40B, $30

    Very simple formula.In inches, LxHxW/231. 12x21x48 / 231 = 52.36. You really want to use the inside dimensions not outside so it is probably...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  3. AZDesertRat
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    RO/DI Long Hibernation

    Replace it, its not worth the risk of virus or bacteria growth inside the membrane and filters. Long term storage recommendations are to remove...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  4. AZDesertRat
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    Reverse Osmosis pressure

    Dual membrane systems are plumbed differently than a single membrane system. They take the brine or waste from the first membrane and feed it into...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Water Chemistry
  5. AZDesertRat
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    Reverse Osmosis pressure

    Not really in the same boat. Most any single membrane system should still operate at 96+/- % rejection rate at 40 psi unlike a dual membrane system...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Water Chemistry
  6. AZDesertRat
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    Reverse Osmosis pressure

    The dual membrane 180 requires 65 psi to function properly. This is well advertised and unfortunately you should have checked your pressure before...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 6, 2013 in forum: Water Chemistry
  7. AZDesertRat
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    RO Unit Filter change

    SpectraPure - Innovators In Water Technology! They always have a sale ad posted at the top of their web page and new treated and tested RO membranes...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  8. AZDesertRat
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    Plumbing

    Drill the hole in the top of the Durso standpipe just large enough to stick a piece of vinyl airline tubing in it snugly. Cut a piece of airline...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  9. AZDesertRat
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    Plumbing

    How is the overflow plumbed, is it internal or a HOB variety, does it have a standpipe and does it have any fittings or restrictions in the lines?...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: General Reef Topics
  10. AZDesertRat
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    RO Unit Filter change

    Don't settle for a TDS of 20 when your tap water TDS is only 170. Thats a rejection rate of only 88% which is horrendous. Is that after the DI or...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  11. AZDesertRat
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    RO Unit Filter change

    Several things affect how well a RO/DI system functions. Water pressure is the most important and all RO or RO/DI systems should have an inline...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  12. AZDesertRat
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    RO unit help

    Now you're cookin! It sounds like your membrane is doing a good job. Make sure the probes are fully inserted in the tees and they are rotated in the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 5, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  13. AZDesertRat
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    RO unit help

    Yes, you need to move the IN probe between the RO membrane and the DI canister. You need to monitor the RO membrane condition and the DI resin...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 4, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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    RO unit help

    How is your inline TDS meter hooked up? The normal way is the IN probe after the RO membrane and the OUT probe after the DI filter so you monitor the...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 3, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  15. AZDesertRat
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    RO unit help

    You will not find the same quality or micron range replacement filters at a hardware store. Most of them carry drinking water type, high micron...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 2, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  16. AZDesertRat
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    Starting To Test/Dose (Need Advice)

    I wouldn't even consider dosing with your tank and inhabitants, regular water changes are more than sufficient for good growth and happy corals.
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 2, 2013 in forum: Water Chemistry
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    RO unit help

    Do you know your house pressure before the filters? If your RO/DI has a pressure gauge you can get this number by kinking or valving both the treated...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Aug 1, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  18. AZDesertRat
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    Homebrewer's Thread

    I have been brewing for about 10 years now off and on. I usually do IPA's and pales but often do wheat varieties in summer months for those who don't...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 31, 2013 in forum: The Bucket
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    Getting No Return Flow. Any Help?

    Remove the pump, disassemble it and soak the parts in some distilled white vinegar for an hour or two. Inspect everything for a white build up and...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 25, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
  20. AZDesertRat
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    Jebao wp40 or wp25

    I have no issues with the flow pattern of the two 25's in my 60" long 100G reef. Very happy so far and the flow is enough stronger than the Evo...
    Post by: AZDesertRat, Jul 25, 2013 in forum: Filters, Pumps, etc..
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