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Originally posted by Rovert
Ok, so help a dumb ol' boy out.
If 2-part is so simple and so effective, and reactors are so complicated and risky, why are so many reactors sold at such a significantly increased price premium compared to the 2 part systems?
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Because Ca reactors are exactly that.... A much more complicated system that require alot of precision instrumentation and additional hardware (bubble counter, CO2 tank, CO2 needle valve and regulator, pH meter, etc...) all this will of course cost more.
I have atheory as to why reactors are more popular though...
1. Some people are really into their equipment and that wow factor.
2. "Well since everybody who is anybody use reactors, I guess I better too" mentality
3. The illusion that having a reactor means less work and maintenance and more stability.
4. Possible status symbol? More sophisticated setup, etc...
Granted I can see the attraction of a reactor if your tank is very large say 300g and larger with a huge Ca demand.