DIY 2 Part doser?

How would I make a DIY 2 part doser for Alk & Ca?

 

Xistance

whats your demand like?
what brand/ type of additives will you be using?

I assume you want a reliable way of maintaining your calc and alk , plus mag on a budget?

you will get some much better ideas for sure, but for now

welcome to Steve's bargain basement

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there are certain things you need to know
1 - changing anything to quickly = bad
2 - you need to know where you are = testing
3 - know your targets and the speed you can safely reach them = 3 reef calculator

example - if you find your DKH is 7 and your target is 8 - taking 2 nights to get there is fine IME

Work out how much of the additive you need to take your volume up from 7 to 8
add 50% of it to a drip feed system like above , mixed with RODI and then control the flow using a air line clamp or a simple knott on the line so the mixed liquid drips out slowly
the longer it takes the better

the same applies with calcium - same method - same technique

testing is key - working how much demand you have by testing each week before using additives is how I started , once I figured I knew what my tank was using I compensated

I will continue testing as demand could increase , and when I notice it, I will either adjust the amount or the frequency of dosing

Thats my bargain basement tip of the day

join me tomorrow when I explain how a willing 8 year old and a jug of RODI is in fact my ATO

LOL

Steve

 

I saw this posted yesterday ...

http://www.3reef.com/forums/i-made/diy-dosing-pumps-88761.html

 

steve thats awesome, child labor is my fav!

 

Hit up tatted4ever - he had a nice 2 part doser for sale for $45.
Edit.. looks like it is still available:
http://www.3reef.com/forums/sale/esv-autodoser-now-45-a-87420.html

 

So all I need is a bottle/gallon & air line tubing?

 

WOW! Wish I looked at this earlier, It's sold

 

Yes
with those items you can indeed make a slow additive dripping device
or depending on what liquids/powders you add, a device that can get you out of a locked room

McGuyvor

 

This is what I use to raise my dkH
Kent Marine Coral Builder

And this is what I use to raise my Ca
Seachem Reef Advantage Calcium

 

Can I do it with those additive's?