Tentative plans for 5ft

[weileong]

Well my point exactly lor. save power!! if only 200watt even better!! means even less power bill to pay. Anyway did open it up. dont state HP on the compressor. Dont think it's a good way to judge by size. anyway it's bigger than my last 1/4HP.

It didn't state the HP on the compressor but it state the model and brand of the compressor.

Then by referring from the manufacturer's website, get the model and so it's rating in watts.

I am not judging by size but rather but by the power rating of the compressor. Makes me wonder how the manufacturer rates the power of their chiller

[Tanggy]

I changed the temp setting of my chiller. Now the temp is between 26.1 - 27.1. Due to this, the chiller run time is considerably shorter. he he.... trying to save powere bill leh. Have calculated that the powere comsumption of the lights, 4pumps, 3 powerhead, chiller will cost around $80+ monthly with the MH set to run 8hrs daily and antinic blue running 14hrs.

[weileong]

Did you take note how much shorter? Take some measurement ma then probably I going to change mine to 26 degs too heheh.

[Tanggy]

Didnt take down the time. but the tank took slightly longer to raise by 1deg and the run time to cool by 1deg also drop. now around 2 hrs instead of 2.5. Wanting to track but my web cam software cannot do periodic capture leh. if I leave it on for 24 hrs probably take way took my diskspace.

Weileong, how did you check yours??

[alanseah]

well if you able to find a meter.. those type where u see outside of your house where the figure number will increase when you use water or electricity at home..

then easy for you to trace...

[weileong]

I used this software to take one frame every one min.

Then after 24hrs you just go back look at the temp reading you know the run time already.

http://www.kolban.com/webcam32

Do it for 24hrs and it won't fill up your hardisk.

Perhaps I should increase my tank temp by 0.5degs so it goes 25.5 to 27degs, should help on the electrical bills too and probably the chiller just run for 4hrs a day heheh.

[Tanggy]

If you can get yours to run for only 4hrs a day, I will be the first to change to 1.25HP chiller!! ke ke.... hope you can, then I can change chiller liaoz and save power at the same time! ke ke..

[weileong]

Did you read my latest results after I removed those 2 nasty pumps?

run time is around 5.5 hrs a day at 25 degs with HY at 1.5 degs.

Cos from what you mentioned and I think also logical, should be able to get it to run below 5hr.

Hiak need to setup and experiment again but will do it only after I get the MD55.

On my part it's not so much as to save power but the shorter time the chiller run the lesser heat produced. Yes the chiller runs hotter when it is runner but when it's not running the exhaust don't produce heat then more cooling for me. That was my intention when I choose the 1.25hp rather than a 0.5hp which would work for my tank.

[Coral_ClamS]

well think it's a phase every new tank go through. My previous tank went through a samll outbreak of diatoms but went away on its own after a while. and as the tank matures, no prob liao. so hows your 4ft coming along?? fully stock yet? you were saying you are getting a new pump rite??

how long will u start to experience diatoms and wen will u get them to diasppear.

once diappear izzit means wun appear again already?

dun really understand the books!haha too brief liao!

[Coral_ClamS]

whats the wattage for TR1.25hp

[Tanggy]

The diatom on the rocks have resided. Those on the sand are dropping in numbers. Thanks to the janitor. the snails, tangs

[weileong]

whats the wattage for TR1.25hp

not stated on the chiller.

[Coral_ClamS]

thanks weileong

but can anyone clear my doubt on the diatoms question!

[Tanggy]

The norm for a 1.25hp chiller is around 1000 -1200watt but will varies a bit depending on manufacturer.

As for the diatom. can last for weeks or longer. It all depends on the tank LS and water conditions and light used. So no one can give you a definite answer. Just keep your NO3 and PO4 as low as you can and that will minimise it if not stop it. But you can just do maintenence and let it be. It will normally go away if your tank condition is kept high.

[AlfaRomeo]

Bro, what LS or methods are you using to help clear the snail poo? those snails can really poo alot man but they do a real good job with the algae...

[Tanggy]

You mean the white stuff on the glass?? I didnt even know it was poo. I was thinking it is either eggs or shit. But normally I just scrape it off once every month. What to do. anyway, they look better than alage.

[Hard Rock]

Thank Tanggy for showing me your tank in person

It an eye-opener and I sure pick up a lot from you.

[Tanggy]

Thank Tanggy for showing me your tank in person 

It an eye-opener and I sure pick up a lot from you. 

No worries man. Hope I was of help. Good luck on your tank to be.

[Tanggy]

My latest occupant. a 5inch+ Golden Naso Tang

[Tanggy]

I just love tangs

[Tanggy]

[Dispar_Anthias]

just FIY....Looks like you have some bad combination here, bangais are very quiet fish and should be kept with fish ard the same characteristic and not with fish with lively lifestyle like tangs as that will stress them.

[Tanggy]

You scare me man DA, For a moment I thought the Tang police were after me!! ke ke.... and I only have 3!! although quite big la.

Well I'll have to see lor. so far so good. They have lotsa hiding places. The rocks are all held up with egg crates so the back got ample space.

Was thinking of getting some square anthias, any advise?? I know they are big but very the sui leh. Thinking of buy 4-5 is that too much??

[Tanggy]

Ai.... sianz. the naso died for no reason. not feeding. but no sign of disease. think due to poisoning when caught.

Anyway. update of tank pics. diatoms are residing.

[Tanggy]