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WhatCouldGoWrong71
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Check out my build thread. LiFePO4 is the way to go. I just lost power for two days and this system kicks butt.
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VintageReefer
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Cool setup! How many watt hours are the batteries ?
WhatCouldGoWrong71
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The fire extinguisher makes my wife feel better. But these batteries aren’t flammable.
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Lack of oxygen is the killer. I have some of those bubblers, got me thru 34 hour hour power failure with no casualties. Tanks got down to 62 deg f, all survived, sps, gonis, fish, snails.
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shcrimps
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non flammable batteries???
i definitely gotta look into that
i’ve already got LiPo batteries for Rc cars i keep stored in fire proof bags, the less chance of electrical fire the better
VintageReefer
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They have ability to explode in extreme situations
VintageReefer
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this is from the website
i’m pretty sure i have the 200w heater but i’d have to check
Ok so 16w. If you look at post 16, my return pump also consumes 16 watt and the cell powa 600 will last 36 hours.
This is the $300 version and then $420 version (cell powa 1000) is double lifespan/capacity
WhatCouldGoWrong71
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@shcrimps You’re talking about something different. And, I’m an old 10th and 12th scale carpet guy and 10th gas TC. These are Lithium Iron Phosphate. Check them out.
splunty
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If you have a DC return pump (or other power adjustable equipment), and invest in a UPS, you'll probably want a true/pure sine wave UPS. They are a bit more expensive, but much less likely to work properly with your equipment.
I have this:
It held my return pump (small, it's a nano) and 100w heater (barely needed though) for over 2 hours during an outage the other night.
Sorry for your situation.
I have this:
It held my return pump (small, it's a nano) and 100w heater (barely needed though) for over 2 hours during an outage the other night.
Sorry for your situation.
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If pumps are dc, the ups will be supplying the dc power supply. Is it important for that to be sine wave?If you have a DC return pump (or other power adjustable equipment), and invest in a UPS, you'll probably want a true/pure sine wave UPS. They are a bit more expensive, but much less likely to work properly with your equipment.
I have this:
It held my return pump (small, it's a nano) and 100w heater (barely needed though) for over 2 hours during an outage the other night.
Sorry for your situation.
Id think ac pumps would be happier with sine, but why dc?
splunty
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Hi there. I am not exactly versed on the subject, but it's something I have brought over to reefing with me from a previous life with audio equipment. Since I don't think I can adequately answer your question, you might want to check out this old post from a wiser reefer:
DIY Universal Battery Backup For Your Reef
A few days ago (3/2/2018) I lost power in the recent Nor'easter. I had a battery backup system in place, and thankfully it functioned fairly well. However, I had upgraded my aquarium since I had originally planned out the battery backup and the...
www.reef2reef.com
BubblesandSqueak
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at least get a battery back up bubbler. they plug into the wall and remain charged. when power shuts off, they turn on and when power comes back starts charging again. Best $20 I've spent.
VintageReefer
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If you have a DC return pump (or other power adjustable equipment), and invest in a UPS, you'll probably want a true/pure sine wave UPS. They are a bit more expensive, but much less likely to work properly with your equipment.
I have this:
It held my return pump (small, it's a nano) and 100w heater (barely needed though) for over 2 hours during an outage the other night.
Sorry for your situation.
Do not buy this computer ups unless you only want <10 hours
Lifespan of a couple hours vs 30+ hours
I’ve owned the cyber power and after a few years lifespan reduced to 11 min. It’s old lead acid battery tech
The lithium power stations are the new battery tech with 10+ years life and still giving over 90% of original capacity
VintageReefer
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This is good but I don’t believe it has ups functionality. Still a good choice if you are home and able to manually cutover
VintageReefer
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Hi there. I am not exactly versed on the subject, but it's something I have brought over to reefing with me from a previous life with audio equipment. Since I don't think I can adequately answer your question, you might want to check out this old post from a wiser reefer:
DIY Universal Battery Backup For Your Reef
A few days ago (3/2/2018) I lost power in the recent Nor'easter. I had a battery backup system in place, and thankfully it functioned fairly well. However, I had upgraded my aquarium since I had originally planned out the battery backup and the...
This is all outdated information that does not factor for the availability of lithium batteries and price drops over the last few years as the tech improved
This was the way to go in 2018 but not 2024
SueAubu
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Seemed really fast to me, as well. Maybe they're just ***** and hiding. We lose power all the time and I don't have problems like this. ***** pouty corals, yes, but they get over it. I'm so sorry this is happening for you.
VintageReefer
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The lithium power stations I linked to have ups functionality with the latest tech, built in inverters, built in battery management systems, fans, fast recharging also. I think 1-2 hours of power restored can fully recharge the unit - great for when power is flickering back and forth. They also can be charged via solar panel
