HOB refugiums

Discussion in 'Refugium' started by Surfin C, Sep 10, 2012.

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  1. Surfin C

    Surfin C Astrea Snail

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    Does anyone know of any companies that make an HOB refugium large enough for a 90 gallon system? I would think it would have to hold at least 6 or 7 gallons of water right?
     
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  3. gabbyr189

    gabbyr189 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    I have a 29g sump on my 90g and I thought that was small.. I'm not sure that 6 gallons would even be worth the hassle IMO. The bigger the sump the better.
     
  4. Surfin C

    Surfin C Astrea Snail

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    Ha no I have a sump its the megaflow model 3 by all glass aquarium. Its rated for up to 110 gallons. I'm looking for a hang on back refugium to provide enough copepods and other critters for the dt
     
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    Surfin C Astrea Snail

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    I want a hang on back so more of these critters actually make it into the DT
     
  7. cosmo

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    that is a HOB;)
     
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  9. Surfin C

    Surfin C Astrea Snail

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    Cosmo - thanks. ive seen that particular one but do you think the 4.7 gallon capacity is enough?
     
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    cosmo Giant Squid

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    I had the medium one on my 55g and it grew pods like crazy, I just seeded it with alot of different types and fed the pods, and had alot of rubbly in there, and it grew TONS of pods. It looked like it was snowing in there;)

    As a supplement, yes, it should be fine.

    I'd ask a few local LFS's, they may know someone local that does acrylic work, that could make you one, it's a pretty basic concept. My LFS has a guy that makes versions of these for about $100.
     
  11. Surfin C

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    Awesome thanks bud really appreciate the help :)
     
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    Anytime bro, enjoy;)