UV inline with Micro Algea Reactor

[Claymundo]

Was thinking about running a UV sterilizer inline with a Tunze macro algea reactor to minimize hoses running into my DT as i have no sump. Was wondering if any one has any thoughts on whether or not this is a good idea.

 

[CasperOe]

Out of curiosity, what issues are you trying to solve with this installation? Maybe if you give a little bit of background, we can find the best solution for you!

 

[Claymundo]

Out of curiosity, what issues are you trying to solve with this installation? Maybe if you give a little bit of background, we can find the best solution for you!

Of course! Since I don't have a sump I want to use the macro reactor for nutrient export. The UV sterilizer I just want to help with water clarity mainly.

Was thinking I could just run them inline to avoid all the tubes going in and out of the tank.

 

[CasperOe]

Of course! Since I don't have a sump I want to use the macro reactor for nutrient export. The UV sterilizer I just want to help with water clarity mainly.

Was thinking I could just run them inline to avoid all the tubes going in and out of the tank.

Do you have an issue with either?

Elevated levels of nutrients don't just happen- it all comes from what you add to the tank. Cut back, and you don't need to bother with a reactor that you don't have any room for.

As for the UV, it does very, very little to water clarity! You can use it for algae- or pest control.