Archive for 'diy'

Awesome 500G Reef Tank Move

19 November 2009

Do you ever wish you had a larger tank? Before you upgrade, think about all the work involved, not only maintaining it, but eventually for the inevitable tank move. Check out this time lapse video of a 500G tank move, just a few gallons at a time. Lessons learned Some things you need for a [...]

Summer Heat and your Reef Tank.

9 June 2008

In the Northeast U.S. the past few days we’re getting our tank cooling methods and techniques tested. I don’t know if this is considered a heat wave, though it’s certainly close. Here a heat wave is three consecutive days over 90°F. In fact, today threatens to break the record of 96° in Boston. It’s interesting [...]

Reverse Durso to Quiet a Noisy Drain

26 May 2008

A common situation with reef tanks is the drain plumbing dropping down into the sump, creating loud splashing noise as well as spray caused by water hitting water. Generally, noise and splashing can be eliminated by submerging the drain pipe below the surface of the water. Putting a pipe straight under water, however, can create [...]