Another which apex should I buy question

Chaetomorpha · May 27, 2013

Sorry I know they get repetitive but can I get away with the cheapest apex if all I want it to do is:

Set it up with two brs two part pumps for my alk and calcium
Use it to regulate or safeguard my auto top off ato.
Use the ph and temp probes

Pretty much that is all I care to use it for so will the 219.00 version work? With the above I mentioned what parts would I have to purchase? Breakout box? I'm a total newb with controllers.

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Chaetomorpha · May 27, 2013

Bump

dbp99 · May 27, 2013

I think as time moves on you wish you got the Apex Lite. While $150 more it will allow you much more flexibility for much more control. Only downside to Jr. Hope that helps. Thanks! Dave

Chaetomorpha · May 27, 2013

Thanks Dave. The display is not a factor since I have an iPhone and pc. And honestly $150 still is a big price difference for a few more outlets.

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dbp99 · May 27, 2013

Cool - well then it sounds like the Jr is it!!! It's a great system and I am sure you will like it. Thanks! Dave

Chaetomorpha · May 27, 2013

Dave what extras do I need to buy? Do I need a breakout box? Any other stuff for what I mentioned in my original post?

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dbp99 · May 27, 2013

From your original post it sounds like you got the items mentioned that you will need. Are your lights and sump light on timers now? Thanks!! Dave

dbp99 · May 27, 2013

Also you can control MP's with wireless.

Chaetomorpha · May 27, 2013

Well I use a radion that I have programmed and my two mp10s pretty much are set to run non stop. My light for my Chaetomorpha stays on 24 hours so I think that the apex doesn't really affect my lights at all. That is another reason why getting the cheapest one might fit me better.
Are there advantages to having an apex control my radion and my mp10s?

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Diesel · May 27, 2013

Control your MP or Radions.........not really if you go JR. I have the 5 MP40's controlled with it. I'm more set to have control on return pump, skimmer, ATO and dosers. I have a Apex advance we got in a GB last year, (only 20% off). I have everything running on it except my Radions cause they run ESL.