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DikkieD
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 Jul 28 2011, 01:15 PM
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Hi  . Thanks for the input. Very valuable yes, didn't think of that. But your dimensions; isn't that a regular size but bigger? Not panoramic views anymore with 1.5F H+D..... Went to a fair at PWTC a while ago (think it was some furniture fair) and there was an lfs (forgot the name) selling/promoting their custom tanks that they put away at offices and such. Was impressed by 1 tank in particular; a panoramic tank, guess it was the dimensions I mentioned. They had 1 group that were swimming in there like a ball; wonderful sight... But still, I should consider the fillings and such yes.... Natural Aquatic World does do custom tanks too. Will go there soon, is it easy to find in Subang? |
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weijie
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Jul 28 2011, 01:26 PM
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I not really sure what is standard 3 feet tamk dimension. Maybe you can reduce the height and depth by few inch. I think 13-15inch should be nice Hmm. You got any photo of it? NA is quite easy to find. If you got GPS assist is the best |
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zipa
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Jul 28 2011, 01:58 PM
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QUOTE(crewmy @ Jul 28 2011, 10:33 AM) thanks crewmy |
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weijie
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Jul 28 2011, 03:37 PM
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QUOTE(weijie @ Jul 28 2011, 12:33 PM) Actually I got one set. Lol It's quality is super good. It's glass is crystal clear and can see the color indicator very easily. I heard other brand of drop checker is not that accurate Only Used for several times (3-5 can't remember) Anyone interested to get it offer me a price I will post picture in my sales topic tonight. Hehehe I looking for 50-80% of original price Guys and girls, ADA had replied my SMS Retail price is rm217 for whole set I willing to let go at rm100. Let me know if you interested. Picture is uploaded !!!! This post has been edited by weijie: Jul 28 2011, 08:15 PM |
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DecemberRose
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Jul 28 2011, 03:58 PM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE(ciohbu @ Jul 28 2011, 11:40 AM) depends on ur tank let me highlight few points from the web
Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) is frequently recommended for inclusion in aquarium filters. It is usually manufactured from coal, and occasionally from wood such as coconuts. It is recommended for use to remove unwanted colors and aromas from the aquarium.
carbon has been used as an agent to remove impurities from air and water. Activated carbon is one of the most effective absorbents currently used. Activated carbon is carbon which has a positive charge added to it, which makes it much more effective at absorbing impurities and chemicals
It does have a finite life, and will usually clog up in about 30 days. So, when the filter is serviced and cleaned (you DO service and clean your filter… right?), the old carbon should be discarded and fresh put in its place.
However, there are some potential problems you need to be aware of. Phosphorus, for one. Some brands of Granular Activated Carbon contain phosphates left over from the manufacturing process, and can add phosphates to the water column. This encourages unwanted algae growth
The biggest problem with Granular Activated Carbon is that it removes good things with the bad. Some filters include GAC inside the filter element, and they don’t give you a choice about it. Such filters should not be used on a planted aquarium. If you are going to run a filter on a planted aquarium, the best choice is one where you have a choice of exactly which filter material you can put in the box or canister
now imagine ur planted tank is stable, and u dosing liquid fert... and those fert pass thru this carbon.. what will happen ? on the other side, if u're starting new tank, or u just dose some chemical medicine for ur fish due to some infection/sick ... how to make sure there is no leftover?  another thing to add on, activated carbon will NOT remove ammonia, nitrite or nitrateIs that a reason that my algae keep growing although i change my water every week?i have otto,yamato and SAE inside my tank but the algae problem never solve  |
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DikkieD
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Jul 28 2011, 05:33 PM
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You don't have active carbon in your filter? One of the main ingredients . Algae initially are not a bad thing to have, all part of the balanced ecosystem in your tank. It also tells you something about your habits, like too much lights, too much food, too much waste etc. If you don't have carbon in your filter, I suggest you add this. you can easily put it in a nylon stocking if you don't have the cover mesh, just close it with two small tie-ribs and you are good to go. Talking about filter inserts. I am looking for filter insert packages for my AquaClear 20 (small hang on filter). Anyone knows a place where to find the filter inserts for that? |
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DecemberRose
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Jul 28 2011, 06:00 PM
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» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « QUOTE(DikkieD @ Jul 28 2011, 05:33 PM) You don't have active carbon in your filter? One of the main ingredients . Algae initially are not a bad thing to have, all part of the balanced ecosystem in your tank. It also tells you something about your habits, like too much lights, too much food, too much waste etc. If you don't have carbon in your filter, I suggest you add this. you can easily put it in a nylon stocking if you don't have the cover mesh, just close it with two small tie-ribs and you are good to go. Talking about filter inserts. I am looking for filter insert packages for my AquaClear 20 (small hang on filter). Anyone knows a place where to find the filter inserts for that? I do have carbon filter in my filter...i open 5hours light per day.28watt for around 30L tank...Dont really know what the exact problem as the algae growth like no body business |
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NewbieBetta
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Jul 28 2011, 07:16 PM
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QUOTE(DecemberRose @ Jul 28 2011, 06:00 PM) » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «
I do have carbon filter in my filter...i open 5hours light per day.28watt for around 30L tank...Dont really know what the exact problem as the algae growth like no body business me 16L tank, using 40w energy saving bulb,algae is under control with glosso as ground,6 hrs a day This post has been edited by NewbieBetta: Jul 28 2011, 07:24 PM |
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weijie
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Jul 28 2011, 08:15 PM
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Better dont put carbon in planted tank system.
Because it will suck out everything from your water.
Your plants very hard to grow healthy because lack of ferts.
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chamelion
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Jul 28 2011, 08:20 PM
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QUOTE(korean_girlsclub @ Jul 28 2011, 11:18 AM) but most of the filter we buy is carbon included. u want us take it out when use? You can just kept it. Will be useful once you need rebuild the tank. As for med, i never use med for pass 3 years. |
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cskeong
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Jul 28 2011, 08:27 PM
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from what i know carbon is to filter out impurities such as chemicals.if left in the tank in the long run it will leak what it absorbed back into the tank.
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ciohbu
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Jul 28 2011, 08:35 PM
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QUOTE(cskeong @ Jul 28 2011, 08:27 PM) from what i know carbon is to filter out impurities such as chemicals.if left in the tank in the long run it will leak what it absorbed back into the tank. it will absorb most of impurities in water including the fert that u dosed..lolx This post has been edited by ciohbu: Jul 28 2011, 08:36 PM |
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loon1031
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Jul 28 2011, 11:41 PM
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Once it absorb full, it will leak back to ur tank...
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pakutekan
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Jul 29 2011, 12:08 AM
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QUOTE(ciohbu @ Jul 28 2011, 02:49 AM) just wondering how to know ur co2 regulator is single stage or dual stage ? as some dual gauge regulator is actually single stage.. right ? not all dual gauge regulator is dual stage regulator ( stage not same/refer to gauge) as i know, dual stage reg let us to set the output pressure. single stage reg only have preset value for output pressure (usually too high) already broke few of my pressure gauge  btw, do you found dual/multistage reg here in m'sia?  |
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DecemberRose
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Jul 29 2011, 12:20 AM
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QUOTE(loon1031 @ Jul 28 2011, 11:41 PM) Once it absorb full, it will leak back to ur tank... huh?is that possible to leak back inside our tank once it full?i expect the carbon will not filter it so efficient like before |
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ayiesz
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Jul 29 2011, 03:06 AM
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have anyone ever seen an 80W PL-L sold locally?
and also the ballast as well. looking for 60cm length or lower.
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ciohbu
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Jul 29 2011, 07:25 AM
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QUOTE(pakutekan @ Jul 29 2011, 12:08 AM) not all dual gauge regulator is dual stage regulator ( stage not same/refer to gauge) as i know, dual stage reg let us to set the output pressure. single stage reg only have preset value for output pressure (usually too high) already broke few of my pressure gauge btw, do you found dual/multistage reg here in m'sia? nope... as i know .. dual gauge can be single stage too .. and still can monitor output pressure thats why i am blur @.@ |
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pakutekan
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Jul 29 2011, 07:34 AM
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QUOTE(ciohbu @ Jul 29 2011, 07:25 AM) nope... as i know .. dual gauge can be single stage too .. and still can monitor output pressure thats why i am blur @.@ err... thats what im said la.. QUOTE not all dual gauge regulator is dual stage regulator ( stage not same/refer to gauge) and dual stage have another knob/adjuster for us to adjust output pressure.. unlike single stage.. we just can control the flow.. |
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ciohbu
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Jul 29 2011, 07:45 AM
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QUOTE(pakutekan @ Jul 29 2011, 07:34 AM) err... thats what im said la.. and dual stage have another knob/adjuster for us to adjust output pressure.. unlike single stage.. we just can control the flow.. ahhh.. sorry.. see wrong..  ya.. hmmm.. i guess its kinda hard to find dual stage regulator here for planted tank use actually most of the solenoid sold by lfs is single stage right ?  This post has been edited by ciohbu: Jul 29 2011, 07:46 AM |
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weijie
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Jul 29 2011, 08:00 AM
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QUOTE(ayiesz @ Jul 29 2011, 03:06 AM) have anyone ever seen an 80W PL-L sold locally? and also the ballast as well. looking for 60cm length or lower. Got 80w PLL? I dint know that. I thought highest is 55w. I got 1 set of 2x 55w PLL with casing for sale |
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