ReefRocker

Bump for price drop...

Two Hamilton Reefstar 250w HQI Pendants and Ballasts. One used, one brand new. No Bulbs. I have been using the one for a few years now, and bought the other a while back, and never got around to using it. Moved up to 400w HQI.

New one - $200 Price Drop - $175

Used one - $175 Price Drop - $150

Thanks for looking,

Jim

Sent you a PM...

Thanks,

Jim

Really like it!

As Andy said, I just got one of these last week, coupled with a Lumen Max HQI pendant. I upgraded from a several year old Hamilton 250 HQI ReefStar. Even running at the 250 watt mode, the new setup was obviously brighter.

Oh, I am running a 250 HQI Phoenix 14K bulb. I ran on the 250 (non-HQI) setting for three days just to allow some time for the corals to adjust, and am now using the 250 HQI setting, which is noticeably brighter than the 250 watt setting.

The ballast as it came does not have a way to dim over time. It has a knob that allows you to adjust the output to the 4 preset settings (250, 250 HQI, 400, and Super Lumen).

The instructions specifically state not to run your bulbs above their rated wattage, but out of curiousity, I have switched the ballast to the 400 and super lumen settings with the 250 watt bulb, and tried it for a couple minutes (insert legaleze here stating do not do this, and if you do it is not my or PNWMAS responsibility... (nono) ) It did work, and was wow bright!

I am very happy with it!

Jim

What are the dimensions on the tank and stand? Thanks.

Where did you get your Solana? Somewhere local? Thanks!

I've been using aquacontrollers for nearly 10 years, and they have been working great for me. The software is not the greatest, and connectlivity to a PC is via a serial port, but it controls my heater, cooling fan, main tank light (with length of daylight changing as seasons change), sump light, moonlight (with dimming and time of day changing automatically), main return pump (turns off and on for feeding), and my powerhead (on during the day, off at night). I orignally used X10 modules with my first Aquacontroller, and now have an AC jr using the DC8. I monitor PH, but do not use it to trigger any actions, although it could if you were using Kalk or similar.

I haven't used the RKE, but I have heard it is pretty nice, has better software, and uses USB connectivity to talk to the PC.

Looking for a glass cube aquarium 18 to 24 by 18 to 24 by 18 to 24. Send me a PM if you have one around.

Thanks!

Jim (ReefRocker)

Yes! Been running without a skimmer, trying to decide which one to get, and then this one popped up and and I was like," THAT'S IT!"

Jim

Hi Nyles,

I'll take it. Sending PM now.

Thanks!

Jim

Original Post updated to reflect price drop and added Icecap Ballast. Items still available. Open to offers, trades, etc...

Thanks,

Jim

Price Drop! Prices Updated!

Hi,

I have broken down a four tank system, and am now selling the tanks, sumps, and lights, some of which I never got around to using. I have simplified down to one tank, Spectra's (by R-3) 90 gal that was on here a few weeks ago. Send me a PM if you are interested.

Thanks!

Jim Canova

I have the following available:

Aquariums

(4) 40 gal acrylic tank, black back rounded front corners 36x15x16 $50 each

These came from Bob at Gateway Tropical when he was reducing his tanks (a bit of history).

Sumps

Acrylic sump 20x16x20.5 $65

Acrylic sump w/integrated refugium 31x16.25x16 $140

Refugium section is approx 16x6x16

Lights

Dual 150w CA HQI ballast with retrofit housings (Brand New) w/10K CA bulbs (Brand New) $240

http://www.catalinaaquarium.com/product_info.php?cPath=71_7_69&products_id=1285

Dual 150w CA HQI ballast with retrofit housings (Used) w/ 1- 10K CA bulb and 1 - 14K Hamilton bulb (Bulbs used about a year) $110

http://www.catalinaaquarium.com/product_info.php?cPath=71_7_69&products_id=1285

Single 250w Hamilton Reefstar HQI Ballast and Pendant (Brand New) $210

http://www.hamiltontechnology.com/shop/index.php?task=show&cat=Reefstar

Icecap 660 VHO ballast w/wiring harness and endcaps $175

Oops, forgot link to HQI Lights information...

http://www.catalinaaquarium.com/product_info.php?cPath=7_69&products_id=1285

Brand new catalina Dual 150 watt HQI ballast, 10k bulbs, and retrofit housings. Bought two sets, am using one (works great), but have changed plans (with my wife's help...), so I am not going to use this after all. Save money and the shipping charges. $280

Used Acrylic Sump, 16 x 20 x 20.5 tall. Set up for a sock. $70

I can bring both to the meeting on Sunday, so if you are coming to the meeting also, I will include shipping!

You've got PM.

Thanks!

Jim

I sent you a PM.

Jim

Just wanted to chime in. I have two pair of the black ocellaris, and a pair of yellow stripe maroons. They each have their Rose BTA. No eggs yet, but Thanks to JManrow, I have rotifers and phyto. Hopefully they will get busy sometime...

Jim

Hi,

I've got four of them from Dr. Foster's and Smith's, and they are doing well. I have had them for over a year. When they are juveniles, they are dusky orange and white, and as they mature all the orange becomes black.

They have become two pairs, and both sets are hosting in Rose Bubble Tipped anemonies. No eggs yet, but I keep watching!

Good luck! I had to keep checking back with Dr. Fosters until they became available.

Sincerely,

Jim

Hi! Are you selling the wiring harness too? Thanks!

Jim

Hi Holly! Welcome! I have heard that Xenia is suspected of absorbing Phosphate as a nutrient. You might try that. I can try to get a small piece of mine off, and bring it to the meeting for you if you are interested.

Jim