We have now replaced our skimmer with the new Maxspect-Jump SK400, which is suitable for aquariums from 400 to 1000 litres, and as usual we have recorded our usual impressions in a video. How can it be cleaned? How loud is it? What is the result? But see for yourself in the article and video.
After almost 2 years, thread algae suddenly appeared - despite good values. This is probably a type of Derbesia algae. It was interesting for me to see how the products Vibrant and Flux RX behaved. Due to the existing phophate deficiency, we decided not to continue using Vibrant. Please be sure to follow the instructions for use. Since we are recommending products here, I have to call this advertising. Both products were bought by ourselves.
The adsorbers have to be changed or the filter cleaned? You squeeze yourself into the technical tank and often have to heave out the entire filter with pump, each time being careful not to bump into anything so as not to damage the filter or tear off the pump, excess water dripping onto the floor, then painstakingly undoing screw connections, making sure that no dirt gets into the thread, and and and.....for many aquarists this has been a horror for years, considering that these activities often have to be repeated in a short time. - We have tested the Magnetic Filter! So everything in the video :-)
The 31st episode of our Aqua Medic Armatus is about a little tip. Namely, replacing the filter socks with something else. The innovation is also a little quieter.
Sicce is currently updating some recirculation and flow pumps in April 2019. With the SCNCRA ADV (non-adjustable) return pump and the SYNCRA SDC (adjustable RFP) and the new XSTREAM SDC flow pumps (1000-8500 litres at 12 watts) come many new possibilities, such as control via WiFi and app and an alarm on your mobile phone when the water temperature deviates. In the near future, it will be possible to continue to operate the pump at half power for 5 hours in the event of a power failure. We have summarised this for you and, of course, also shot a video.
In addition to the actual operation of the Deltec 1000i, we go into the volume, take the 1000i completely apart for pump cleaning and show the settings on the device. The whole thing is shown on video, of course.
A few days ago we received a very big package, namely the Aquatronica aquarium computer. Just to mention a few data: ... measures and controls the water level, measures and controls the temperature, measures PH, Redox and conductivity. Of course, it can also report faults, either via email or via an additional SMS module. There is a huge range of accessories such as pump controls, e.g. Tunze, etc., etc. We will now unpack the device and take a look at it. There will then be a comprehensive video about it.
Current is a particularly important topic in the marine aquarium. It ensures that food reaches the corals and that each coral polyp is sufficiently supplied. The current also removes pollutants from the corals so that no sediment is deposited. A few days ago, the new NERO 5 from Aquaillumination was launched in Germany. We took a closer look at it and made a video.
There is already a lot of knowledge about orange-yellow filters for taking pictures under blue-heavy light. Now this is available as a clip-on filter. The D-D Coral Colour Clip On lenses are ideal for taking pictures of aquariums that are illuminated with blue light. Here you can find many comparison pictures in a video. Have fun with it.
ReBiotic 100% Natural is a freeze-dried special bacteria mixture for restoring a stable bacterial environment in seawater. Gerd Guddat is a very active marine aquarist from NRW and has had good experiences with a new product called ReBiotic 100% Natural in relation to the decline of cyanobacteria. Read more in the article.
Already in 2010 - 8 years ago - we dealt with this topic in detail. Now, 8 years later, we were once again confronted with the drug Mycosidol, which is supposed to help against cyanobacteria. We have now discussed this in detail in a video.
A few days ago we were in Würselen near Aachen, more specifically at Aquatop. A really great shop, which we will present in more detail in January. Together with Tobias Löffler, we took a closer look at the brand new "angelLED 200" from Aqua Medic. Enjoy the video.
Almost exactly 6 months ago I was able to start my new coral reef aquarium. It was clear from the start that it would be a mix of dead and live rock for the reef construction and would be operated without substrate. Due to my amply dimensioned skimmer and the above-mentioned type of setup, the nutrient limitation was not long in coming. Despite rapid stocking with fish as primary producers, which have a high metabolism, such as Pseudanthias bimaculatus, I had to add potassium nitrate and Fauna Marin UltraOrganic from the beginning. Just at that time there was a new development in coral food from Fauna Marin (the child didn't even have a name yet), which Claude Schuhmacher provided me with at the time for testing purposes. The food was added from day 1, when the first corals moved in. You can find out what I experienced in this article.
...but they can make life a lot easier. After hearing from more and more hobbyists that the once so promising systems probably can't manage without water changes in the long run, this topic has gained new momentum. For others it has never been "out". But no matter what your opinion is. This "machine", which I would like to introduce to you today, turns duty into freestyle!
Initially, fleece filters were mainly used in the pond and koi sector, until a few years ago when the company Theiling made fleece filters affordable for everyone with the „Rollermat“ and they were also of such a size that they became interesting for small and medium-sized aquariums. This meant that fleece filter technology now also found its way into the saltwater hobby. Renowned brands such as Royal Exclusiv also took up the subject with the new Dreamboxes 3.0. However, this time in the high-end range and also in terms of price and dimensions. A small but smart manufacturer from England has now stepped into this gap. ClariSea wants its fleece filters to work for every aquarium and has therefore patented its design. Reason enough for us to take a closer look at the filters for you.
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