I just tossed a digital tap timer with a week scheduler I had laying around to do a similar thing with the two tanks already connected via float valves to the ato. I imagine if you wanted to set this up for 2 tanks off the one ato you would be best to still have the float valves on both lines with cut off in the ato and then splice a second control board in to operate the same ball valve.
Great vid. I built my own using an old apex brain, does the same as yours but uses pressure switches to put the system on and off. I then set delays to let the system flush the membrane and drain the initial minute of production so that only 0 TDS water is collected. Apex classic brains are really cheap used so why not. Happy reefing
I think this video came at the right time. Can you incorporate a secondary sensor SOV to have as a back up? Is this the same setup your using on your system or do you have any added features? Would you use this on the storage device that tops up your sump or only on a storage container to prevent flooding of house 😂😂
I’ll have a think, but I all I use is a combination of devices that all read temperature. Should more than one notify me that the temp is high or low, I trust that it is
It,s a great video. I know that this is a solution..But i,m scared for this, When there,s a failer your living room is wet. I like your video's and hope for a video about trimming corals when they hurt each other in a mature aquarium. Greetings from Belgium.
Hi, not related to your video but it is about rodi unit. I have a two membrane unit and both membrane are 100 gph and my question is what is the right flow restrictor should I use for my unit. Love your videos 😊
I got the unit with one membrane and I added one to it. It came with 550 one but because I have two membranes I wanted to check if I needed to change it
This is on the freshwater line pre-filter. You’ll find a lot of fresh water taps and pipes are brass, this won’t add any issues. But of course, you can use pvc motorised ball valve if you prefer.
Another awesome contribution for DIY reefers and massive thanks for putting the shopping 🛍️ list together
You're very welcome, it's always a pleasure to help!
Man ur tank is insane! Good job bro
Thanks dude, I appreciate it!
Awesome video! Very well explained 😁
Thank you! 😁
Love the project Sam!!! Doing my shopping list also. Had to watch this a second time to ensure I get the right parts.
Yell out if you have questions!!!
Thanks for sharing your great ideas Sam, very generous of you.
Cheers, I appreciate you watching!
Very clever...love it
Cheers!
Good video, I like this type of content. Thanks Sam!
Glad you enjoyed it mate, thanks for watching
Very cool build! As a back up you should put a float valve on the rodi line as well
Yeah you could, but then you need to have a ASOV on your RODI unit as well. These have worked well for me now for about ten years
@ correct they are a couple bucks and come with pretty much every unit you can get here in America
Excellent!
Awesome video, can you do one on auto skimmer cup emptying .
It’s actually very simple, use a dosing pump to drain it out :)
I just tossed a digital tap timer with a week scheduler I had laying around to do a similar thing with the two tanks already connected via float valves to the ato.
I imagine if you wanted to set this up for 2 tanks off the one ato you would be best to still have the float valves on both lines with cut off in the ato and then splice a second control board in to operate the same ball valve.
Yeah it’d get complex! Might be easiest to have two separate systems?
Good on you mate for sharing this great idea ! For wiring connector , have a look at Wago wire connector , great to have and easy to use ! Cheers .
Thank you! Yeah the wago are a nice connector too
Great vid. I built my own using an old apex brain, does the same as yours but uses pressure switches to put the system on and off. I then set delays to let the system flush the membrane and drain the initial minute of production so that only 0 TDS water is collected. Apex classic brains are really cheap used so why not. Happy reefing
Very nice!
Great content mate.
Regards Duzzy🇦🇺
Thanks for watching Duzzy, I appreciate the feedback!
Would love more of a step by step guide on how to build this. I’ve always wanted to make something like this, keep up the good work mate 😎🇦🇺
Glad it was of use. If you have any specifics, just reach out 👍🏻
Great job Sam. Looking sharp. Parker’s plug. You should make European-compatible ones and sell them, I would order one directly…🙂
You can get the smart switch all around the world with different plug availabilities!
I think this video came at the right time. Can you incorporate a secondary sensor SOV to have as a back up? Is this the same setup your using on your system or do you have any added features?
Would you use this on the storage device that tops up your sump or only on a storage container to prevent flooding of house 😂😂
Certainly can :)
I'm thinking this could easily be adapted to a cade AT0 with the long float. Great work Sam
You bet it can!!!
Hi Sam
Great video
Do you have a way to have a fail safe for a heater to use in conjunction with a ink bird
I’ll have a think, but I all I use is a combination of devices that all read temperature. Should more than one notify me that the temp is high or low, I trust that it is
@@ParkersReefyeah that’s what I do also..
but I was thinking I need a safety switch to cut power if it reaches a set point
Auto aqua make a smart security switch for temperature. It’s pre set to 26c (from memory) and won’t let your heater have any power over that temp
It,s a great video. I know that this is a solution..But i,m scared for this, When there,s a failer your living room is wet.
I like your video's and hope for a video
about trimming corals when they hurt each other in a mature aquarium.
Greetings from Belgium.
Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Good explainer Sam, but I would add a float valve just in case the electronics or the valve fail....and they will :)
Yes fair call!
Hi, not related to your video but it is about rodi unit. I have a two membrane unit and both membrane are 100 gph and my question is what is the right flow restrictor should I use for my unit.
Love your videos 😊
Yeah great question! Best check with the manufacturer of your unit, as it can be fairly specific
I got the unit with one membrane and I added one to it. It came with 550 one but because I have two membranes I wanted to check if I needed to change it
Afraid it’s not my area of expertise sorry mate :(
That’s ok I thought I just ask and thank you for getting back to me
Sorry I couldn’t help more!
That awesome, how much do you charge for one of these ?
Depends a bit on some of the options you take. But somewhere from $400-$550 posted
Nitpicking point but if a person is trying to keep copper fittings out of a tank setup then brass is actually mostly copper. Typically %66 actually.
This is on the freshwater line pre-filter. You’ll find a lot of fresh water taps and pipes are brass, this won’t add any issues. But of course, you can use pvc motorised ball valve if you prefer.
What’s up sam
Good morning Nick, hope you're well mate?