302 Aquatics algae scrubber

[MSB123]

I am looking at Algae scrubbers. Has anyone had expierence with 302aquatics DAS line of scrubbers?
I’m looking at the DAS-3 for my 180 clown harem tank.
Thanks!

 

[laverda]

You can make a scrubber for next to nothing. There are many ways to incorporate one into your existing setup. See my DIY thread here for some ideas. The only real tricks are to use the mesh roughened up and red and blue LED grow lights. They are inexpensive and algae love the light.

 

[MSB123]

You can make a scrubber for next to nothing. There are many ways to incorporate one into your existing setup. See my DIY thread here for some ideas. The only real tricks are to use the mesh roughened up and red and blue LED grow lights. They are inexpensive and algae love the light.

I need it to look good (It will be displayed)
Link to your thread?

 

[eugenec]

Do not waste your money , purchased the whole set from tem (sump pump uv scrubber and etd.....)
When i receive my order i realize they send me 25W UV instead off 40W . I call him right away and pointed to the mistake and hi toll me F.............
2 mouse ago my 2 lights on scrubber stop working and guess what answer was ....................

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY..........

 

[MSB123]

Do not waste your money , purchased the whole set from tem (sump pump uv scrubber and etd.....)
When i receive my order i realize they send me 25W UV instead off 40W . I call him right away and pointed to the mistake and hi toll me F.............
2 mouse ago my 2 lights on scrubber stop working and guess what answer was ....................

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY..........

Will you post a picture of your actual setup?
And also of the scrubber?

 

[laverda]

I need it to look good (It will be displayed)
Link to your thread?

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/how-anyone-can-build-an-ats-for-under-30-00.518209/

 

[eugenec]

This is my sump they still using on their website for their commercial Will post it later on today when I get home

 

[MSB123]

This is my sump they still using on their website for their commercial Will post it later on today when I get home

Ok!

 

[MSB123]

https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/how-anyone-can-build-an-ats-for-under-30-00.518209/

I wish I had this kind of space.
I need it to be external.

 

[jorahx]

Built one two days ago. Super easy. And super cheap. But mines not displayed like you want.

 

[shred5]

I have heard of issues with 302 Aquatics and I would recommend Clear water...

Never owned a 302 Aquatics myself though.

Turbo aquatics is supposed to be real good even though I have never tried one. Always were back ordered when I need one because they are so popular..
They are made by Floyd R Turbo from here.

 

[Johnson556]

I have a 302 on my 180G.

I replaced both lights and rebuilt/redesigned the tube that holds the screen. It now has an even sheet of water flowing down both sides at the necessary GPH. The way it came was terrible and noisy. After the upgrades it has been producing algae like crazy, more of a franken-scrubber than what 302 provides however...

If I were to ever get another scrubber instead of building, it would be from Tubro aquatics. I have only heard good things.

 

[MSB123]

I have a 302 on my 180G.

I replaced both lights and rebuilt/redesigned the tube that holds the screen. It now has an even sheet of water flowing down both sides at the necessary GPH. The way it came was terrible and noisy. After the upgrades it has been producing algae like crazy, more of a franken-scrubber than what 302 provides however...

If I were to ever get another scrubber instead of building, it would be from Tubro aquatics. I have only heard good things.

They have a 30 week waiting list. Uggh

 

[Johnson556]

I dont know how handy you are, but you could certainly build something pretty cool to your liking. Might be route for future scrubbers.

 

[MSB123]

I dont know how handy you are, but you could certainly build something pretty cool to your liking. Might be route for future scrubbers.

I can build it, I just dont have the time. I am a student and I dont have much time in my week.

 

[Zohar78]

i got a clearwater cw100 on my drilled 40b. 2 months now.. got a good bit of algae on it now. seems to be working.. the cw 100 is rated for 2-4 cubes of food a day. A bit big for a 40b, but plan on moving it to a 130g. give them a look too.

 

[fishybizzness]

I got one from floyd of turbos aquatics recently. It actually was not very long a wait even though I ordered it over the holidays. Floyd is very good about responding to emails to make sure he gets your order correct and builds the scrubbers with the best reviews!

 

[pelphrey]

Have you looked at the santa monica RAIN2 or 4?

 

[MSB123]

Have you looked at the santa monica RAIN2 or 4?

For $800, I would rather get a cheaper option. I am not using this for primary nutrient control, but more of a test. I will still be skimming and changing out 4 gallons a day with Fresh SW using an AWC system.

 

[eugenec]

Ok!

As promised.