Calcium Reactors, Part 2: How To Use a Calcium Reactor
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
- goo.gl/GmFNPh A calcium reactor is a great way to maintain calcium and alkalinity levels in reef aquariums with high demands. Today we are going to explain how to properly dial in a calcium reactor. This is Part 2 in a two-part series.
READ ACCOMPANYING BLOG POST (with full video transcript):
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SHOP CALCIUM REACTORS & ACCESSORIES:
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Until next time... take care and happy reefkeeping! 
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I’m confused the Aquamaxx comes with a pump does that mean I still need to buy a dosing pump to run it? It dosent explain where to set the feed pump up either
awesome
is this something I should install in the initial setup of the tank or once it has been established for a while?
Typically, a calcium reactor is added after the tank is established and stocked with corals that are growing and have a heavy demand for calcium and alkalinity. Having said that, you can certainly set one up during the initial build and then tune the reactor as needed based on the demand that will surely increase over time as corals are added to the reef tank.
Could I set up the reactor before I put anything live in the tank?
You certainly can if you would like to raise your calcium but, just be sure to keep an eye on it to prevent it from getting too high.
When you adjust the effluent that goes into your tank, don't you have to adjust the feed pump also so pressure doesn't build up?
At what pressure are you running you'r co2 tank i have the Aquamaxx Nano and there is no pressure settings in the manual
For a calcium reactor, you will typically need a working output pressure around 15-20 PSI.
can you still dose trace elements (A,B,C,D) with a calcium reactor?
Yes, you can certainly dose whatever your tank still needs after adding the reactor. ICP testing is a great way to keep a close eye on those trace elements. Check it out below.
www.marinedepot.com/ICP_Water_Analysis_ICP_Analysis_Single_Pack_Water_Test_Kits_for_Saltwater_Aquariums-CoralVue-CV1691-FITK-vi.html
Thank you
So the effluent or water entering the tank from the reactor should measure the targeted pH range of 6.6 which is also the pH inside the reactor, correct? In other words, is 6.6 pH calcium rich water entering the aquarium?
Yes, this is correct and this low pH effluent water will have an effect on the pH in your display tank and this is the reason we need to slowly drip the water into the display. "
Some hobbyists will even set up a second chamber full of Aragonite media that helps remove some excess CO2 from the effluent water before it enters the aquarium. With a lower dissolved CO2 level, the pH will be less acidic and help prevent the calcium reactor from dropping the pH in your display drastically.
Do you have to fill up the bubble chamber with water ? Can you use mineral oil instead of water ?
I just set up my T1... You fill the bubble counter 3/4 full with ro water or tank water.
Before the skimmer or after the skimmer?
I would recommend that you drip the effluent solution from the calcium reactor into your tank after the protein skimmer.
What do you do when you need high calcium levels, but require a lower alkalinity level such as when carbon dosing with pellets or Zeovit? How do we keep alkalinity in the 7-8 range with a calcium reactor?
Thanks. Daniel
dangappa This would probably be a better situation for using a supplement, but many hobbyists do successfully run a calcium reactor and Zeovit. You would end up running minimal CO2 for a less concentrated effluent solution. As long as calcium is balanced to start, it should maintain at the desired levels along with alkalinity.
Hello friend, i bought the reactor but the tank came empty. Could you help me with that or tell me how to fill the tank. I live in pennsylvania.
You will need to utilize Calcium Carbonate media; we have a great selection below.
www.marinedepot.com/Calcium_Reactor_Media-FICRCM-ct.html
I'm sorry, I'm talking about the co2 tank, I' can not find where to fill it.
Psh yeah right. I love how my neighbor said saltwater tanks are easier to take care of than freshwater. Too much work for damn reef lol
Without further ado, here is Part 2!
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Are calcium reactors or any other type of reactor really necessary? Would it be possible to have a reef tank without them and without having to dose calcium?
Thank you so much for the video. I don't understand why its 6.5? I thought reef tank should be 7.8?
NVM i read that it melts it at 6.5, does the calcium reactor maintain reef tank of 7.8? thank you so much.
The target pH inside your tank is 8.3 but the reactor is not designed to maintain pH. It is designed to enrich the water with elements that corals need. Feel free to ping our technical support team anytime if you wish to discuss it further, we are always happy to help!
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@@BulkReefSupply I see. Thank you! No wonder you mention the kalkwasser in your other videos.