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Thinking about a controller

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by Craig, Feb 15, 2012.

  1. Feb 15, 2012 #1
    Craig

    Craig Inactive User

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    Well I've been tempted at possibly setting up a controller. Here is what I would need it to control:
    3- 150 watt MH (these come on at hte same time)
    T5HO bank
    Moonlighting
    CO2 regulator
    Heaters (2 of them)
    I already have a bubble magus dosing setup that has built in controls along with a Hydor Koralia Deluxe wave maker. Not sure if it really makes much sense to go with a controller as I really only need it for my lighting. I've currently got a industrial grade timer that is working my MHs and some cheap timers on my CO2, T5HO and Moonlighting. Everything else is always on.
    Craig
     
  2. Feb 15, 2012 #2
    xroads La Porte City, IA

    xroads Veteran Reefkeeper Vendor

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    I would recomend an Apex, they are awesome!
     
  3. Feb 15, 2012 #3
    a12ptbk

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    +1 on the Apex Top notch support as well.
     
  4. Feb 15, 2012 #4
    iaJim

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    If you have things working, why are you thinking about a controller? My main reason would be to make sure that my tank didn't overheat from the lights or a stuck heater. For these needs, an ACIII would be an amazing choice.
     
  5. Feb 15, 2012 #5
    snowman82

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    if you like tinkering and programming here is a nice option

    www.reefangel.com its an arduino based controller. completely open source and has a great community from what i've seen. As soon as i sell my ReefKeeper lite i'm buying one.
     
  6. Feb 15, 2012 #6
    Waverz

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    If that's all you need it to do then an Apex Jr. would be perfect for you and is only around $150. Along with controlling everything you would also be able to receive email/text alarms as well as control everything from the web.

     
  7. Feb 15, 2012 #7
    Craig

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    Thanks the Reef Angel looks pretty cool but think I need to do some more research before I jump on something.
     

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