Profilux Mini WiFi

ingchr1 · May 21, 2019

Saw the announcement of the Profilux Mini with WiFi (https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/products/profilux-aquarium-controller/profilux-mini/) and that it's available as a set (https://store.aquariumcomputer.com/en/product_info.php?info=p334_profilux-mini-wifi-set.html).

I see one in my future for my 15 gallon tank.

Interested in when it will be available in the US along with the price of a set?

Thanks!

N2950H · May 21, 2019

This is interesting, but I can't see wall mounting it due to all the wires that need to connect to it. I too am curious about the price and will seriously consider this since I'm in the market for my first controller. I wanted to go with a 2016 Apex but I just can't get over the kiddie look of that whole setup. The GHL equipment looks so much more professional.

That said, I could get away with a reefkeeper as all I really want to monitor is temp and pH.

N2950H · May 21, 2019

It looks like $220.

https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/usa/product/profilux-mini-white-usacnd/

reefwiser · May 22, 2019

The wires just plug in the the bottom edge of the controller so it can be mounted up out of the way. The way the profilux handles powerbars and other bits is by a Cat 5 cable daisy chained from one to the next.

ingchr1 · May 22, 2019

N2950H said:
It looks like $220.

https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/usa/product/profilux-mini-white-usacnd/

That one is the original non WiFi version.

Converting the euro price it looks like it will be approx $270 for the controller and approx $425 for the set with powerbar and probes.

Ditto · May 22, 2019

For users who are just starting out this is a great alternative, or do not need the additional functionality that the P4e or P4 have.

I do like how they are also thinking ahead:

*) Adapter for connection of level sensors and automatic feeder currently still in preparation, available from winter 2019.

porter_painter · May 23, 2019

reefwiser said:
The wires just plug in the the bottom edge of the controller so it can be mounted up out of the way. The way the profilux handles powerbars and other bits is by a Cat 5 cable daisy chained from one to the next.

I’m sure the GHL team will correct me if I’m wrong, but I believe the 4 way plugbar (which can be used with the mini) is not digital/PAB and therefore can’t be daisy chained. Therefore with the Profilux mini you can only control 4 sockets max.

Davy Jones · May 23, 2019

Interesting stuff

reefwiser · May 23, 2019

Your right on that powerbar only 4 outlets allowed. Didn't catch that bit.You also have 4 1-10 volt control too so make sure you get a 1-10 volt DC pump for your return.

N2950H · May 24, 2019

Does anyone from GHL check these forums? I have sent a couple emails to them and PM'd Marco asking for timeline of US version release, and it's been radio silence.

Ditto · May 25, 2019

Yes they do check the forums. I am tagging Vinny for you.

@Vinny@GHLUSA

JoshH · May 25, 2019

I'll add a couple more

@Matthias Gross
@Marco@GHLUSA

N2950H · May 27, 2019

I heard back from Vinny via email, they're shooting for September release in the US.

Support@GHLUSA · May 27, 2019

N2950H said:
I heard back from Vinny via email, they're shooting for September release in the US.

Perfect - Thanks for updating the thread.

FlyPenFly · May 28, 2019

These can't control the slave dosers then?

reeferKen · Jun 2, 2019

"Therefore with the Profilux mini you can only control 4 sockets max." Thanks for the feedback.

Michael Gray · Jun 25, 2019

reeferKen said:
"Therefore with the Profilux mini you can only control 4 sockets max." Thanks for the feedback.

Can I use the mini just for salinity and temp for my mixing station??? That would be awesome. Make sure salinity and temp is matching tank before I pump it 30 feet to tank.

reefwiser · Jun 25, 2019

Do not see salinity mentioned in the Profilux Mini WiFi page.

Tristren · Jun 26, 2019

Michael Gray said:
Can I use the mini just for salinity and temp for my mixing station??? That would be awesome. Make sure salinity and temp is matching tank before I pump it 30 feet to tank.

You can use an Expansion Box for that:
https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/products/profilux-accessories/expansion-box-2/

Just run a PAB cable (a regular ethernet cable) over next to the pipes that you will be putting in.

Cheers, Tony

Ditto · Jun 26, 2019

@Tristren - not sure of the multifunction port is a pab port for the expansion box to connect to. But if it was that would be interesting, if the port does support a expansion box..