Top off

jimmyn · 01-07-2008, 10:08 AM

I need to set up a top off system for my kalkwasser and evaporate in my 140 with a 60 gallon fuge. What system would you suggest.

lcstorc · 01-07-2008, 10:36 AM

I've never set one up but hear good things about autopoff.com

Travelin Reef · 01-09-2008, 01:43 PM

a 140 will need alot of top off. I use a rubermaid basin ( apx 18" X 30" )
My ro keeps it full with a float. Then my clear 1/2 inch line goes to my sump
with another float. I mix my kalkwasser right in my basin so my top off is r/o
water premixed with kalkwasser. 7 years and works fine.

framerguy · 01-09-2008, 05:47 PM

AutoTopoff.com
call or email these guys and they will help. I use a 10 gallon container (wrapping paper holder) that I fill manually. I'm afraid to hook my RO/DI to it and have a float stick while I'm gone and pump endless amounts of freshwater into my system and kill it. In the 10g resevoir is a pump activated by an ATO float switch and solenoid that pushes water through a kalkwasser reactor I built myself from this thread:
4" DIY Kalk Reactor (Probuilder)

You will probably have to go with a larger resevoir (I've got about 110-120g in my system and it evaps 3 gallon/day. HTH!

jimmyn · 01-09-2008, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by framerguy

AutoTopoff.com
call or email these guys and they will help. I use a 10 gallon container (wrapping paper holder) that I fill manually. I'm afraid to hook my RO/DI to it and have a float stick while I'm gone and pump endless amounts of freshwater into my system and kill it. In the 10g resevoir is a pump activated by an ATO float switch and solenoid that pushes water through a kalkwasser reactor I built myself from this thread:
4" DIY Kalk Reactor (Probuilder)

You will probably have to go with a larger resevoir (I've got about 110-120g in my system and it evaps 3 gallon/day. HTH!

thanks farmerguy this is exactly what I want with the kalk reactor, my problem is finding all the parts for the reactor. Thanks jimmy

jimmyn · 01-09-2008, 09:00 PM

Farmerguy u have exactly what I want. Ill take your advice my problem is on the reactor I cant find the parts here. Thanks Jimmy

boozeman · 01-09-2008, 09:30 PM

really? have you checked in a plumbing supply store?

jimmyn · 01-10-2008, 10:08 AM

boozeman-there are no plumbing supply stores in Costa Rica. I can find the basics like the pvc tube, but the johnny guest and the reductions no. Thanks

BigAl07 · 01-10-2008, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by framerguy

AutoTopoff.com
call or email these guys and they will help. I use a 10 gallon container (wrapping paper holder) that I fill manually. I'm afraid to hook my RO/DI to it and have a float stick while I'm gone and pump endless amounts of freshwater into my system and kill it. In the 10g resevoir is a pump activated by an ATO float switch and solenoid that pushes water through a kalkwasser reactor I built myself from this thread:
4" DIY Kalk Reactor (Probuilder)

You will probably have to go with a larger resevoir (I've got about 110-120g in my system and it evaps 3 gallon/day. HTH!

Greg,
what pump are you using INSIDE of your ATO container? That's exactly what I am planning to do. The only difference is the manufacturer of the ATO kit. I am using the same container as that. I plan to have 3 float switches.. High in sump.. Low in Sump and LOW in ATO tank.

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Travelin Reef Star Polyps Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: newton, nj Posts: 160 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Top off a 140 will need alot of top off. I use a rubermaid basin ( apx 18" X 30" ) My ro keeps it full with a float. Then my clear 1/2 inch line goes to my sump with another float. I mix my kalkwasser right in my basin so my top off is r/o water premixed with kalkwasser. 7 years and works fine.

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framerguy Tridacna maxima Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Clarkesville, Ga Posts: 4,994 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: Top off AutoTopoff.com call or email these guys and they will help. I use a 10 gallon container (wrapping paper holder) that I fill manually. I'm afraid to hook my RO/DI to it and have a float stick while I'm gone and pump endless amounts of freshwater into my system and kill it. In the 10g resevoir is a pump activated by an ATO float switch and solenoid that pushes water through a kalkwasser reactor I built myself from this thread: 4" DIY Kalk Reactor (Probuilder) You will probably have to go with a larger resevoir (I've got about 110-120g in my system and it evaps 3 gallon/day. HTH! __________________ ___________________________________ Greg All time fav quote: "Now and then it's good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy."-Guillaume Apollinaire "Being happy can be as easy as deciding to be!"-Greg Kimsey (framerguy) 375gDT built in wall, 100g sump, Sequence Hammerhead closed loop, DIY light system w/4x 250MH & 4x54w T5, Aqua C EV-400 skimmer etc, etc, etc... http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...areum-too.html

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jimmyn Tunicate Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Coronado, Costa Rica Posts: 17 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Top off Farmerguy u have exactly what I want. Ill take your advice my problem is on the reactor I cant find the parts here. Thanks Jimmy

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jimmyn Tunicate Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Coronado, Costa Rica Posts: 17 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: Top off boozeman-there are no plumbing supply stores in Costa Rica. I can find the basics like the pvc tube, but the johnny guest and the reductions no. Thanks

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