looking for ato top off

[scotty b]

looking for a ato for a aio trdsea max tank,
what would be recommended?

 

[zombie]

Get a tunze osmolator if you can afford it.

 

[Shaunv]

I have a JBJ and it works great. If you have an Apex though, you will want something else. I wanted the Tunze Osmolator but it cost more than I was willing to spend on it.

 

[Aaron]

I have a Tunze on my 90 gallon and the JBJ on my nanos.

I prefer the JBJ. You'll also need to get a pump with it though. I recommend the Tom's Aqualifter, just be sure you set it up so it doesn't back siphon.

 

[charleshardy5]

I also have a jbj on my flat... it's great however I can't speak rhe same for my aqualifter. Thing worked well for a few months then started not keeping up every couple days and now it doesn't work at all. Disappointing but perhaps I just had a fluke experience with it

 

[asn-naso]

I have a DIY one I'll sell for $20. Or trade for some nice zoas.

 

[scotty b]

this jbj ? http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/jbj-a...g1Qvv20PNbrswZXCl3o-I7weuRCIjQ4_MgaAhxY8P8HAQ
@asn-naso could I get a pic ?

 

[charleshardy5]

That's the one

 

[Aaron]

Yeah I heard the same thing initially so I bought 4 just in case. I have them on both of my nanos and they have been working fine for about 2 years now. The only problem I had was back siphoning.

I also have a jbj on my flat... it's great however I can't speak rhe same for my aqualifter. Thing worked well for a few months then started not keeping up every couple days and now it doesn't work at all. Disappointing but perhaps I just had a fluke experience with it

 

[asn-naso]

Here is a pic. It came with some equipment I bought, and I never used it. We can test it while you are here if you'd like.


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[zombie]

I hate to play safety dance, but that is not safe to use. That is using the contact from the float to interrupt an AC circuit and that contact will be submerged in saltwater. It may work for now, but given time, it will energize your tank with 120V AC, which is a danger to yourself and the fish.

 

[asn-naso]

Zombie - do you wear hats? (Men w/out Hats - Safety Dance)

As I said, I have never used it, but can see your point.

If Sciotty still wants it, it can be taken apart and used that way too. Or used with a RKL, or ????

 

[zombie]

Yes I do wear hats, and we can dance as long as everyone looks at their pants. Lol

 

[scotty b]

any one use these >?
I like the fact that there are no moving parts with it

 

[Hodge Podge]

I have used the Hydor ato with a Tom's Aqua Lifter for a year now with no issues. I like the fact that it is not a mechanical float switch and senses the temp change with water vs air. Just be sure not to let the water back siphon. If you are using a controller I would go a different direction but as a stand alone it has been great!