Apex newb

[Barry Bowen]

Hi peoples
I’m very new to this type of reefing and all items including apex are still in boxes until I can build a control display cabinet.

To set up a trident along with 2 Dos pumps, would it be best to get a 1Link module along with 3 cables for each item (listed above) to minimize power supplies and cables?

 

[SuncrestReef]

Hi peoples
I’m very new to this type of reefing and all items including apex are still in boxes until I can build a control display cabinet.

To set up a trident along with 2 Dos pumps, would it be best to get a 1Link module along with 3 cables for each item (listed above) to minimize power supplies and cables?

Does your Apex have the EB832 EnergyBar? If so, it has 3 built-in 1Link ports (that's the "3" in EB832) where you could connect the 2 DOS and Trident without the need to purchase a separate 1Link module.

See my Apex Hardware Overview for more details on every Apex module:

Apex Hardware Overview

Here's a quick overview of the Apex hardware family: Apex controller (sometimes referred to as the "base module" or "brain") The Apex controller is the primary device that controls and monitors the entire Apex setup. There are two current...

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[Barry Bowen]

Hi suncrestReef
Yes it does have the EB832.
Thanks for the info.
So would I need to purchase just the 3 male-male cables or should that cable be with each Dos and Trident?