StirCrayzy
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I do that regularly. I Always have 20g RODI in it, then mix salt a day ish before I intend to WC. I wipe out/rinse any debris as needed. Precipitation can occur and you get Krusty calcium deposits.
Srkd's RSR 450
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Could anyone show me how you installed mixing and transfer pump (from RODI tub to Saltwater tub), and heaters on a brute tub? I am thinking to make a hole on the lid but want to cover the hole so kids don't drop anything in the tubs. Also, pondering on the idea if i could just keep the tubs in place and use a pump to add water to the sump. Any thoughts on that?
mtsully71
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IMO if your running a 20 AMP you need 12/2 wire in your walls, codes are different in each state. I would add up what AMPS you expect your equipment to run. 14/2 is ok for overhead/lights, but I have seen older homes with 14/2 for outlets. I run 2 15 amp circuits, I was lucky enough that 2 outlets that I am plugged into are on different switches.
Hopefully an electrical geek comes along, to explain better
mtsully71
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watts / volts = amps. In theory a 300w heater would be 2.5 amps. I use a 500 watt Finnex heater in my 350. It looks like you have Finnex. Just use 2 good power strips with a surge protector. I would guess you woulg have a GFI on the fridge circuit.
Also I dont know what you did for a return pump. I cannnot remeber what size hose I used on my reefer. Just make sure your hose fits the reefer return tube and if you have too get a reducer for your pump.
You will be fine, have fun this weekend.
Sully
Also I dont know what you did for a return pump. I cannnot remeber what size hose I used on my reefer. Just make sure your hose fits the reefer return tube and if you have too get a reducer for your pump.
You will be fine, have fun this weekend.
Sully
StirCrayzy
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A single 15 a circuit is sufficient for most modern small-medium reef tanks, unless there are multiple MH lights w/ chiller.
Mine only draws 7a Max.
For heaters in the brute I use Mag clips from Dr Fosters. And I cut a hole in the lid for wiring and RODI hose. Here's my brute with pump installed, http://reefsanctuary.com/forum/index.php?threads/joshs-superreef-65.78992/page-8#post-1263749 I use valves to switch between circulation, and pushing water upstairs to DT.
Mine only draws 7a Max.
For heaters in the brute I use Mag clips from Dr Fosters. And I cut a hole in the lid for wiring and RODI hose. Here's my brute with pump installed, http://reefsanctuary.com/forum/index.php?threads/joshs-superreef-65.78992/page-8#post-1263749 I use valves to switch between circulation, and pushing water upstairs to DT.
Beautiful tank ! 
It's threaded for 3/4 or 1 inch tubing