Slimymadness

hmmm, i am pretty new myself but from what i understand from reading as well as from the pros here, what is paramount in your tank should be the cleanliness of the water. understanding the nitrogen cycle is key in maintaining a successful tank. a wiseman once said: "the key to keeping SPS is simply maintaining good water parameters!" thus, if u were to question why do we need so much equipment, i think alot of bros here will tell u that they actually dont! many pepople started with many equipments, only to find out that they dont really need them and employ other methods that actually works better. if a single equipment works for you, i'd say you gotta tell us how u did it! but alot of us here will concur this, each and every single day is a new learning experience. for example, the role of a skimmer is to simply remove excess nutrients such as waste, food and other gunk from the water. an algae scrubber will do the same job if u have done it correctly. thus, some bros here simply go skimmerless and employ other methods of removing nutrients (remember the nitrogen cycle) to ensure clean water. u mention canister filters, however, it is not very popular in reefing but more for freshwater i guess. lastly, i believe that the need for more equipment ultimately stems from the fact that as we seep deeper into this hobby, we feel a greater urge to try to replicate as close as possible the natural characteristics of the ocean. and day by day, we see more of the corals that were once thought to be impossible to be kept in captivity. but through advancement in technology, we are truly able to appreciate the beauty of these corals in the comfort of our own living room. if you happen to visit another reefer's place and the fella is a true SPS fanatic, you will know that the tank is really a slice of the ocean, right there in his living room. so in the quest for perfection, we sought solace and comfort in our dosing pumps, kalkwasser and calcium reactors, praying before we sleep that tomorrow, the numbers will once fall back in line and the little beauties will once again flower.

as above, my k3 is good condition. all cleaned up. reason for trading is cos i feel that the k3 is too powerful for my use. looking at sth not beyond 2300L/Hr. 9.23.008.27 thx!

Price bro?

up for you bro, thx for the k3!

Hi all, Selling the above. Perfect working condition. Too big for my set up thus selling. $78 first come first served, no holding pls. Collection east. 9.23.008.27 Check out specs here! Technical Data: Skimmer Pump: OTP1000 Power consumption: 18 Dimension: Foot Print: 255x180mm Height: 475mm Return outlet pipe diameter (mm): Skimmer body diameter (mm): 120mm For Aquariums: Installation: To be installed In-Sump

1. HOF Sun B2 250L/Hr 12 x 11 x 12cm --------------------------------$8 2. HOF AQUA ONE H500 HANG ON FILTER 500L/HR 19 x 11 x 17cm ----------$10 3. Hydor Seltz L30 1200L/Hr, used for a year plus. some stains at the side but performance not affected at all. C/w box and manual --------$15 4. Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 --------------------------------$10 5. Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ---------------------$15

HI all, more equipment to let go. No holding, first come first serve because i got piloted many times. Pictures below shows the condition of items. Feel free to come take a look. 9.23.008.27 1. HOF Sun B2 250L/Hr 12 x 11 x 12cm --------------------------------$8 2. HOF AQUA ONE H500 HANG ON FILTER 500L/HR 19 x 11 x 17cm ----------$10 3. Hydor Seltz L30 1200L/Hr, used for a year plus. some stains at the side but performance not affected at all. C/w box and manual --------$15 4. Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 --------------------------------$10 5. Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ---------------------$15

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 $10!! 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 $35!! 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 $20!! 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 $15!! 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 $20!! 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 $3!! 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 $10!! 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 $35!! 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 $20!! 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 $15!! 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 $20!! 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 $3!! 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! $20 take all!! Corals all gone. Thx to a nice reefer!

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one, 1 left 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Reserved Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! $20 take all!! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all 2 Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes ---------------------------------$10 for all 3 Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes ---------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$20 for all 5 Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" --------------------------------------$10 for all

take all lifestock for only $20!!

any bros seen sexy shrimps anywhere? been searching high n low for a few....

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one, 1 left 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Reserved Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! $20 take all!! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all 2 Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes ---------------------------------$10 for all 3 Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes ---------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$20 for all 5 Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" --------------------------------------$10 for all

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one, 1 left 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Reserved Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all (pending collection) 2 Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes ---------------------------------$10 for all reserved 3 Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes ---------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$20 for all (revised) 5 Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" --------------------------------------$10 for all

HI all, just a quick qn. I know that the chiller will consume max power when it kicks in, thus i am correct in assuming if we buy a more powerful chiller, say 1hp or 1/2hp for a 2footer, it will kick in less, thus saving energy? In contrast to buying a 1/8hp for a 5footer and it kicks in every 5 min. Any advise? I am thinking of getting chiller, but i am hoping for a tank size upgrade later in the future so I dont want to get a just nice one and end up have to sell to get another one next time! Thanks all, peace out

1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 Reserved 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one, 1 left 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Reserved Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all (pending collection) 2 Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes ---------------------------------$10 for all reserved 3 Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes ---------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$20 for all (revised) 5 Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" --------------------------------------$10 for all

hi i got the following up for trades. preferably sexy shrimps 9.23.008.27 thanks! Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes - Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes - Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes - Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" -

Hi all, got these extra stuffs to clear. Prices are neg if you are buying more than 1 item. Pictures dont do justice. Pls feel free to come up and have a look yourself, no obligations. However, all will be FCFS basis as i want to clear fast for CNY. All items tested before listing here. All is 100% working condition. I am staying east. Prefer self collect so can test on the spot. More than 5 items FOC delivery! Pls call/sms 9.23.008.27 Wishing all a prosperous Lunar New Year. Huat ah!! I am looking for sexy shrimps, will consider trade! 1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 Reserved 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Reserved Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all (pending collection) 2 Blue mushroom x 6 on a rock, various sizes ---------------------------------$10 for all 3 Red mushroom x 4 huge, various sizes ---------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$20 for all (revised) 5 Rhodactis brown mushroom x 6, 1.5"-2" --------------------------------------$10 for all

Hi all, got these extra stuffs to clear. Prices are neg if you are buying more than 1 item. Pictures dont do justice. Pls feel free to come up and have a look yourself, no obligations. However, all will be FCFS basis as i want to clear fast for CNY. All items tested before listing here. All is 100% working condition. I am staying east. Prefer self collect so can test on the spot. More than 5 items FOC delivery! Pls call/sms 9.23.008.27 Wishing all a prosperous Lunar New Year. Huat ah!! I am looking for sexy shrimps, will consider trade! 1 Atman Pump At-103 1300L/H condition 8/10 ----------------- $12 2 Dolphin P808 Power head Top filter 8/10 ---------------------$8 3 Shanda SDP5800A Pump 3500L/H 8/10 ------------------------$12 4 Atman CF600 Canister Filter (media included, got spare coral chips etc thrown in free) condition 9.5/10 used for 3 mths --------$40 5 Two Little Fishies Phosban Reactor 150 with sulphur/calcium media 9.5/10 used for 3 mths -----------------$40 6 Jebo 9W UV steriliser 9.5/10 used for 2 mth -----------------$25 7 Curve tank 12 Gallon 2x1.5x1.5ft - 6mm 9/10 ----------------$20 (get it with the cabinet for only $25!) 8 Aquazonic 1.5Ft T5: 16w 12k white and 16w actinic, modified to include 2x10w 20k 800LM LED. 9/10 ---------------$25 9 Timers -------------------------------------------------- $5 each except electronic one 10 Soundtech Electronic Timer--------------------------------$10 11 Multiplug------------------------------------------------- $5 12 Ecosystem Balling Method Part A Brand new ----------------$8 13 Ecosystem Balling Method Cart B Brand new ----------------$8 14 Ecosystem Balling Method Part C Brand new ----------------$8 15 Ecosystem NF Metal Brand new -----------------------------$8 16 Magnetic Algae cleaner -----------------------------------$5 17 Hydrometer used once -------------------------------------$5 18 Boyu WG308 Mini protein skimmer 9/10 ---------------------$10 19 Sunsun JVP 1500L/H wavemaker with magnet -----------------$15 20 Wooden cabinet 45 x 45 x 60cm cabinet 9/10 ---------------$10 Livestock : Will trade for sexy shrimp only! 1 Yuma brown x 7 various sizes------------------------------------------------$30 for all 2 Blue mushroom x 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$10 for all 3 Red mushroom x 4 various sizes ---------------------------------------------$10 for all 4 Euphyllia sp. X 4 various sizes --------------------------------------------$30 for all

collected by a nice reefer! thread closed!

nice piloting skill ukiya, waited for u for the afternoon and u nv show, not even an sms to say u dun wan. i could have given it to other reefers sooner cos i have been quarantining the poor fella. U should go join the RSAF Black Knights

as above. 3 inch. Bring own pail. FCFS, self collect east side. 9.23.008.27

Hmmm so it seems like gloves are the best choice. But the gloves shown by bro iskay is prettY steep for what looks like ordinary dish washing gloves! Lol. Although most gloves are not full arm length...

HI all, just out of curiosity, i would like to know if you guys have any regime to follow when it comes to washing your hands before reaching into your tank? I worked with amphibians a few years back and due to their sensitive skin, I had to follow a strict protocol of washing hands with soap(no anti bacterial, just light soap) then rinse with lots of tap water, dry up, then rinse with pure water. This is to prevent any traces of chlorine that might still be present in your hands that might irritate their skin. Our skin secretes oil/sebum and are full of unknown bacteria that might kill sensitive animals. It really looked like i am going to perform a major surgery when i wash. I will not touch anything (i will not even open the enclosures but got others to help) but the animals when i am done with washing, i will hold my hands high even .LOL. Having that experience behind me, i am also abit overly anxious when i need to reach into the tank. How do you guys wash up? Thx for reading!