Recent content by Marcosreef

Hello, Yes my unit also hums (or buzzes). Unfortunately, all conventional coil ballasts will hum to an extent. Yes mine hums rather loudly next to it, but my room and stand are very silent. It's not a problem, but rather a slight annoyance of having all that electrical stuffed into a little...

NKT, Do you remember what settings you use on your 995? I have never been able to take a macro that clear and crisp on mine. Thanks, Marco

Thanks, I'll give it a try :) Marco

Greetings, A couple of weeks ago, I purchased a 2" Maxima for my 75 reef with 250w x 2 DE system. I had placed the Maxima on top (3/4 way up) of my rockwork. The turbos and astraea snails keep knocking it over, so I have placed it on the sand and would like to know if it will be alright...

Hello, Mount them as high up in the stand as possible. Marco

Hello, You will need a bi-metal hole saw. Just be careful when using a new one, go slow, they are sharp and can grab the acrylic fast. Marco

A couple of bags I used had leaves in them.

Yeah, I would. Also, It would probably be good to have a harpoon nearby as well. Marco

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/algae/

I wash with good handsoap, rinse several times with hot water, then cold water. I work with copper all day long, so just rinsing is not an option. Marco

Yes, what I ask for is opinion, (and I respect that). Unfortunately, very little is scientifically known about the effects that strontium (desirable or otherwise) has on aquaria.

Do you currently dose strontium? If so, do you believe it helps with coral growth? Or, do you think it is not needed? Some have argued that Strontium is poisonous, and retards coral growth, and is not needed. Others feel it helps accelerate sps growth rates, and is necessary for coral health...

Hi Iceman, Yeah, the Rio 800's are okay. You should clean them monthly. I have the same lighting setup on my 75, it's pretty sweet! HTH, Marco

http://www.tunze.com/usa/en-gb/dept_129.html Tunze 3155-000 Osmolator Universal. I used it on my 29 and now have it running on my 75 reef. It's a great system, very reliable and accurate. Check out the link for more info. Premium Aquatics and Marine Depot both stock this unit. Marco

This is extremely helpful, thanks. :P Marco