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The Saltwater Kid
11/27/2006, 09:44 AM
Which one is better? I would like to get one of these to get rid of my phosphates/silicates and keep all algae (especially cyano) in check. My LFS has the Nautilus and he could do a package deal with reactor, pump and media for about $70.
The Saltwater Kid
11/27/2006, 09:51 AM
It is a Kent Marine Nautilus Phos Reactor that I'm comparing...NOT the skimmer.
The Saltwater Kid
11/27/2006, 11:07 AM
Need your input please, this item is going on a Christmas list so time is of the essence here!!! Bump
EnderG60
11/27/2006, 11:07 AM
they all do the same thing, just get one thats easy to get into and replace the media and dont get to powerfull a pump that it grinds up the media and your good
jamal-188
11/27/2006, 11:28 AM
Don't think there is much of a difference, I'd go with the better deal.
rockindacheeks
11/27/2006, 12:51 PM
id go with the phosban but they both do the same thing
Ti
11/27/2006, 12:52 PM
They both work pretty much the same
coralnut99
11/27/2006, 01:27 PM
There's no real difference between the two. Just shop for the best price.
cayars
11/27/2006, 01:35 PM
I've got both. They work the same but the Phosban 150 is easier to change media in. Given a choice I'd get the Phosban 150.
The Saltwater Kid
11/27/2006, 04:31 PM
cayars how much more difficult is it to change the media on the Kent Marine Phos Reactor then the PhosBan 150 Reactor? I do want to simplify things as much as possible but the PhosBan reactor would have to be ordered while my LFS has the Kent Marine reactor in stock. Also which media would you use, the PhosBan or the Kent Marine PowerPhos?
The Saltwater Kid
11/27/2006, 09:16 PM
bump
The Saltwater Kid
11/28/2006, 08:46 AM
Now I just saw on some thread that running a phos reactor could bleach corals...is this true? are they more risk then reward?
coralnut99
11/28/2006, 09:07 AM
I run 2 of 'em, planning a 3rd and no such bleaching in my experience. Running phosban can impact Alk, so testing is always a good thing so that you can compensate.
The Saltwater Kid
11/28/2006, 09:27 AM
How much does it impact the Alk? Would you use something like Seachems Reef Builder to keep the Alk stable?
coralnut99
11/28/2006, 09:35 AM
The impact can only be deteremined by simple testing, in my opinion. I tested daily when I first started. Use Baking Soda (baked) to adjust Alk when needed.
reefbuzz
11/28/2006, 09:38 AM
Get no more than a 250gph powerhead for it, even with that you'll be dialing back the flow with a nozzle that comes with it.
The Saltwater Kid
11/28/2006, 11:04 AM
I was planning on getting a MiniJet 606 for whichever one i get as they recommend no more then 90 - 100gph flow and the low setting on the 606 is 83gph...is that too little? would you go with the MiniJet 404 which has a max flow rate of 106gph?
Covey
11/28/2006, 01:18 PM
If you've NEVER used GFO before you should start with 1/4 to 1/2 of the suggested amount. GFO works good and in the case of starting it up a little to good. It will rapidity drop you phos. Corals never like rapid change even if it is positive. After a week you can add the rest of it. You only have to do it when you start using it.

Also rinse the media until the water runs clean not red anymore.

Do those two thing you won't have any problems with it.
The Saltwater Kid
11/29/2006, 12:29 PM
bump
PITSTOP
11/29/2006, 12:50 PM
There IS a difference - buy the KENT version - it comes with fittings that you need to buy if you go w/the Phosban - I own many phosban and wished I chose KENT.
coralnut99
11/29/2006, 01:08 PM
Pitstop, could you clarify please. The TLF phosban reactor comes with a ball valve to control flow into tha chamber. What other fittings could be needed?