Phosban causing issues in tank?

Discussion in 'Water Chemistry' started by kdub, Feb 3, 2010.

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  1. kdub

    kdub Plankton

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    He's eating, but swimming is a struggle. Thanks for all the help, Robman. I guess I'll have to look into buying a reactor.
     
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  3. 2in10

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    Some times the GFO pulls out phosphate so fast that it can create a shock.
     
  4. Robman

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    2 little fishies Phosban reactor.....One of the online stores has them on sale. I will try to find it for u
     
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    RavenMind Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    I use the PhosBan reactor as well. It's worked pretty well for me. I even run some activated carbon in it along with some RowaPhos. Here's a link. I would recommend looking aorund a bit for a better price. I recall having only paid $30 bucks for mine. You will need a pump to power it. The key to keep it running well is to use a pump with a lower output and not to put too much media in it. Good luck to your fishy!!

    Edit: Oops Robman beat me to the link. :p
     
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  9. kdub

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    Thanks for the help everyone. Hopefully my Tang makes it.
     
  10. RavenMind

    RavenMind Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    Hey kdub, just wanted to check back & see how your tang is doing?
     
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    Yes'ir! +1
     
  12. bwalker9801

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    I would check out the NextReef MR1 reactors at marine depot they are much nicer than the tlf's.