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Googling yielded results on Boron, dosing, etc... Good read here. http://www.advancedaquarist.com/2002/12/chemistry

Hey Randy I just uploaded them via tapatalk, try F5 on the browser...

Overview As I mentioned a while back, I eagerly sent off some water to Germany for the infamous Triton ICP test. If you are interested in it, there is a great presentation from MACNA here: In a nutshell, a deep analysis is performed on your water at a level never previously available to hobbyists. This data is compared against NSW sampled from around the world and recommendations are made. My Results My Test Results Same Day Using Home Test Kits SG - 1.024 (calibrated refractometer) Calcium - 665 (red sea pro) Alk - 8.624 (Hanna) Mag - 1560 (red sea pro) P04 - 0.00 (Hanna) PH - 8.14 Triton Recommendations Sn (Tin) Too high - 4x15% WC Na (Sodium) too low- Fix salinity Mg (Magnesium) too low- Dose to raise magnesium K -(Potassium) too high - check test kit? Currently not dosing directly Br (Bromine) too high - 4 x 15% WC B (Boron) too low - Dose boron Sr (Strontium) too high - Stop dosing Strontium! Li (Lithium) too high - 4 x 15% WC I (Iodine) too low - Dose iodine Si (Silicone) too high - Check DI and PO4 media Summary One area to note is the personal / home test kits vs the Triton ICP. I was pleasantly surprised at how accurate the Calcium test turned out compared to Red Sea, but felt uneasy that the magnesium test was so far off. ​ I will give these recommendations a try, first documenting coral health and keeping a log of changes. While I am not sure how to dose Boron odds are some googling will yield results. Despite this deep analysis, my salinity, calcium and mag were off. Obviously I have become a bit complacent. These can be adjusted of course without ICP analysis. I am excited to see the results stay tuned...

Sounds like a killer project, how will you suspend the lights over the table? How high are you thinking?

Hi Danlu, I am using the DC12000 for recirculating, a separate pump to feed. Yes I am using standard 1.5" fittings. The female threads on the pump end, then a T 1.5" T with a 3/4" for the air intake.

I like the manifold off of the return pump, so future proof! That is awesome she built your screen panels, have fun on the build. I think I remember that clear panel on the bottom was part of the 'display sump' someone had done. Curtains are a simple solution, cool.

Awesome, this isn't the first time I have heard of him lending an APEX hand. Nice to have people willing to lend a hand. It is tough, we all tend to have busy lives....

Thanks danlu, I would love to reduce the footprint of my plumbing on the DC12000 skimmer pump. A custom volute that has adjustable flow like you build would sure do the job! Pump intake is 1 1/2", air intake is 1/2". Threaded on pump side, slip on the other.

Amazing video, be sure to look at his first video link!

Nice! Man that would be so cool to be able to go out and catch fish from the ocean as a kid, what a cool story.

TRENT has a full apex for sale it looks like, 350 bucks!

You wouldn't regret either most likely. APEX though is very tough to beat, lights keep coming down in price. D120s full spectrum on ebay now for example can be had for 90 bucks at times. APEX so far is holding its value although there is hint of serious competition around the corner from several up and comers. I am betting on APEX for the next year or two at least though. Good luck and have fun

Looking good, way to get after em! Is there a 'quick links -> subscribed threads' menu option somewhere? I use that allot...

First impression is, wow, what an upgrade! Love the style, the 'like' button. Forums have needed that for a long time! If someone finds the quick links -> subscribed threads I would be grateful for a pointer to it.

Right on, insurance just paid off

Ah bummer, I don't have it, hope you get back up and running

Cannot wait to see it!!

Oops no tracking since I chose lowest cost shipping. It is here!!

When will these ship, how / when do we pickup? Just want to be ready.... There are hints in the thread but no exact dates that I noticed on a quick browse. Thanks Jose and TECO!

Hey Wilz, I am in Kelso, can see if I have any starter frags for ya. We are in and out allot this weekend, maybe early next week? PM me.. Thanks - Jeremy

Man, logged into uniquecorals to track my order. Vials have not even been shipped out yet, ugh!

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