0.7 Gallon Pico Cube Experiment. - Page 6

djultra · #**126** 06/02/2007, 11:11 PM

OK, I made a few changes added saltwater and a little coral vibrance powder to see if it would pull it out.

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Jay Fortay · #**127** 06/03/2007, 11:01 AM

That is cool for DIY... I think reefin'aggie was talking about a much smaller version though. The collection cup for that wouldn't fit in his sump. I am really looking forward to seeing how small the real thing is going to be.

djultra · #**128** 06/03/2007, 04:20 PM

Yes, its quite tall, but I built it with things around the house. I'm sure he could find other parts that are smaller. But the idea definitely works.

reefin'aggie · #**129** 06/09/2007, 10:36 PM

Man oh man, finally a little spare time! Sorry all for not being around. Things got hectic at work when I got back from outta town. Haven't had any time to do anything.

Canopy is finished and works beautifully. The doors are the last thing to get finished. Will probably get those done tomorrow.

I think I also figured out what this tank will house. A buddy of mine is in Hawaii (sp?) and is going to ship out a bunch of those Hawaiian shrimp that live for something like 20 years. They only get to about a 1/4" long also.

djultra you gave me a really good idea for the skimmer. I just have to see if I can find the right pieces to make what I'm thinking of.

Thanx again everyone for being so patient.

Jacob

Kengaroo131 · #**130** 06/09/2007, 10:39 PM

hey, sorry i totaly wanted to try your idea with the small tanks so i made one haha i had nothing better to do yours is really nice though i just had some extra stuff laying around the house so i put one together.

reefin'aggie · #**131** 06/09/2007, 10:42 PM

Looks good, what are the specs? What's it made of?

Jacob

Kengaroo131 · #**132** 06/09/2007, 10:49 PM

display is 6Lx4Hx3W, sump is 7.5Lx4.5Wx3.5H its a total water volume of about .70 gallons im curing some DIY rubble as we speak so i'll throw some of that in there aswell. how did you do your lighting? or is there a led kit you can buy?

reefin'aggie · #**133** 06/09/2007, 11:12 PM

It's actually pretty complicated to build that array. It would take a thread in itself to explain it. It would be a lot easier to buy one premade if you can find one.

Right after I asked you your tank's specs I saw your thread...lol.

Well I am goin to bed,

Jacob

reefin'aggie · #**134** 06/11/2007, 07:34 PM

All the wiring finished:

Cool blue LEDs in the fans:

Fans and LED array turned on:

Jacob

reefin'aggie · #**135** 06/11/2007, 07:37 PM

From the outside:

Thanx,
Jacob

fishymann · #**136** 06/11/2007, 07:56 PM

looking nice, what about that skimmer any ideas yet?

reefin'aggie · #**137** 06/11/2007, 09:50 PM

That will be a project for later. I will actually get some different sizes of clear acrylic tubing and build one.

I have a pretty good idea of how I want to do it, but it will take quite of bit of time and patience to do it right. Right now I just want to concentrate on getting this one up and running.

Jacob

Helfrich’s Chic · #**138** 06/11/2007, 10:27 PM

This is amazing. Get it stocked already, what are your plans with LR? Rubble? Too cool.

DaltonJames · #**139** 06/11/2007, 11:18 PM

i need to see omg so f***ing cool i want one plz i will buy it

israelnajar · #**140** 06/12/2007, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by reefin'aggie
It's actually pretty complicated to build that array. It would take a thread in itself to explain it. It would be a lot easier to buy one premade if you can find one.
Jacob

Can you just post a schematic and parts list? I'm sure that some people will be able to build it.

garvondavis14 · #**141** 06/12/2007, 12:51 AM

I was thinkin about using some ccfl's for moonlights on my 65 gal...what size/how many do you think would be best, as i don't want it to be too bright/dim? Thanks

flasher1 · #**142** 06/12/2007, 06:31 AM

ccfl's are extrememly bright. if you did use it as moonlighting I would suggest a 4 inch to start. They emit like 29000 lumens.

LionfishFinatic · #**143** 06/12/2007, 02:02 PM

not to be a nudge or anything but...............WHEN ARE WE GOING TO GET TO SEE SOME CRITTERS IN THERE!!!!....jk lol. i really like your set up and you are doing a great job with it!!

. keep up the good work!

Slakker · #**144** 06/12/2007, 02:16 PM

Aggie...what did you do to wire those fans to be able to handle the power coming from an outlet? Is there a particular AC adapter or something that you spliced them into?

I would like to put fans into the pendant I'm building for my MH but don't know how to wire it so that they won't get toasted.

Jay Fortay · #**145** 06/12/2007, 03:26 PM

you need to find out what voltage the fans are and buy an adapter from an electronics store that matches the voltage. sometimes they have wiring harnesses that are plug'and'play, sometimes you just have to splice a couple of wires. Don't even THINK about running them straight to 110.

fishymann · #**146** 06/12/2007, 03:56 PM

the fans are computer fans, 12 volts, but you can run them at 9volts and they'll run just about the same efficiency but quieter.

garvondavis14 · #**147** 06/12/2007, 04:55 PM

yeah, when i put my fans in for my mh's, i just had a few extra old cell phone chargers, spliced 'em together.

so do you think even a 4" ccfl would be too bright for my moonlight?

DaltonJames · #**148** 06/12/2007, 05:20 PM

is HOB stand for hang on back

fishymann · #**149** 06/12/2007, 05:38 PM

yes HOB is hang on the back. garv 2 4" would probably work well, its really up to you how much light you want buy a 4" daul and see how it works, they're cheap.

reefin'aggie · #**150** 06/16/2007, 11:54 PM

Wow, I have not been getting any notices that you guys have been posting on here or I would have been answering these questions. Sorry guys.

Yep, those fans are 12vDC and I just used an adaptor I had laying around.

The 4" UV CCFLs make awesome moonlights. They aren't as bright as you would think they are just because of the spectrum they emit is very subdued.

Found some awesome rope knobs today to go along with my theme. Right now I am waiting on some neodymium magnets to mount the doors. Regular magnets were not strong enough, and the neodymium mags will actually give me a few other options. I am going to countersink 1/8" mags into the sides of the doors and the stand...which should make for a unique door mount.

Right now my buddy in Houston has the rock, sand, and Hawiian shrimp waiting for me in his 180.

Thanx everyone,
Jacob