Andrew's 215g Starphire Build

Andrew Henry · 04/18/2010, 07:36 PM

Hey guys,

I've been preparing for this for awhile now and have finally started the project, here's the details:

Tank: Oceanic Ultimate 215 gallon tank w/ Starphire Front / Sides and black back, along with MegaFlows overflows. 72x30x24

Sump: ADHI 60gal Sump / Refugium 42x18x18

Protein Skimmer: LifeReef SVS-24 w/ Mag 9

Lighting: 3 x 250w DE MH / 4 x 96w PC Actinic fixture for a total of 1,134w

Heating: 2 x 500w Finnex Titanium Heating elements

Controller: ReefKeeper Lite Level 3

Return Pump: Panworld 100PX-X / 1270 gph

Powerheads: 2 x Koralia 4's (not enough, planning for 2 x Vortech MP40W)

Misc: Vertex Media Reactor for running carbon 24/7

I think I've listed everything, but I'm sure I've missed something, my intent is for a SPS dominated reef, I also have about ~350 lbs of LR though I don't plan to use all of it in the display. I know how much you guys LOVE pictures, so without further ado:

Reefer Brian · 04/18/2010, 09:25 PM

Nice setup. Looks clean. But, by the dims its a 225g btw.... same as mine.

Andrew Henry · 04/18/2010, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reefer Brian

Nice setup. Looks clean. But, by the dims its a 225g btw.... same as mine.

Thanks, yeah I know but the overflows take about 10 gallons out of the water column.

MarineGirl411 · 04/19/2010, 12:56 AM

Does that center brace bother you at all?

Andrew Henry · 04/19/2010, 04:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarineGirl411

Does that center brace bother you at all?

I'm assuming that you're talking about the large glass brace on the tank? I sure hope it doesn't but I'm sure it will eventually.

Andrew

Dtronic · 04/19/2010, 05:43 AM

I had the same glass brace on my oceanic 125. It is a pain to keep clean and after a blue spotted jawfish baked himself on it, I crossed it off my list when I upgraded.

I love that tank, but I hate that glass brace.

MarineGirl411 · 04/19/2010, 10:11 AM

I have a chance to get a brand new setup with tank and stand for around 1100. Just wondering if it is a good deal and how that center brace affects the ability to clean your tank, aquascape, etc.

cdeboard · 04/19/2010, 03:29 PM

Cant wait to see more pics. What fixture is that on your sump? Has cool color.

Andrew Henry · 04/19/2010, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdeboard

Cant wait to see more pics. What fixture is that on your sump? Has cool color.

Thanks, it's a 3 x 36w PC fixture with 50/50 bulbs in it, I think the refugium is going to look just as cool as the tank!

Andrew Henry · 04/20/2010, 01:01 PM

Should be moving the tank in later this week, still trying to figure out a day and time that will work for everyone.

04/18/2010, 07:36 PM	#1
Andrew Henry Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 55	Andrew's 215g Starphire Build Hey guys, I've been preparing for this for awhile now and have finally started the project, here's the details: Tank: Oceanic Ultimate 215 gallon tank w/ Starphire Front / Sides and black back, along with MegaFlows overflows. 72x30x24 Sump: ADHI 60gal Sump / Refugium 42x18x18 Protein Skimmer: LifeReef SVS-24 w/ Mag 9 Lighting: 3 x 250w DE MH / 4 x 96w PC Actinic fixture for a total of 1,134w Heating: 2 x 500w Finnex Titanium Heating elements Controller: ReefKeeper Lite Level 3 Return Pump: Panworld 100PX-X / 1270 gph Powerheads: 2 x Koralia 4's (not enough, planning for 2 x Vortech MP40W) Misc: Vertex Media Reactor for running carbon 24/7 I think I've listed everything, but I'm sure I've missed something, my intent is for a SPS dominated reef, I also have about ~350 lbs of LR though I don't plan to use all of it in the display. I know how much you guys LOVE pictures, so without further ado:

04/19/2010, 12:56 AM	#4
MarineGirl411 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2,583	Does that center brace bother you at all? __________________ I am a reefaholic and there is no cure. =) Current Tank Info: 90 gallon reef, Cardiff Nano Seahorse tank.

04/19/2010, 05:43 AM	#6
Dtronic Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Cape Coral, Florida Posts: 272	I had the same glass brace on my oceanic 125. It is a pain to keep clean and after a blue spotted jawfish baked himself on it, I crossed it off my list when I upgraded. I love that tank, but I hate that glass brace. __________________ 225g SPS starphire display - 75g 3/8" acrylic sump- MP40's - SRO 5000 Internal - Dart -Current Chiller - BRS Dosing Pumps and Reactors - Radiums - Lumenmax Elites - Lumatek 250/400w ballasts - Reef Brite LED's

04/19/2010, 10:11 AM	#7
MarineGirl411 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2,583	I have a chance to get a brand new setup with tank and stand for around 1100. Just wondering if it is a good deal and how that center brace affects the ability to clean your tank, aquascape, etc. __________________ I am a reefaholic and there is no cure. =) Current Tank Info: 90 gallon reef, Cardiff Nano Seahorse tank.

04/19/2010, 03:29 PM	#8
cdeboard Registered Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Grayson, KY Posts: 520	Cant wait to see more pics. What fixture is that on your sump? Has cool color. __________________ CVRC Current Tank Info: 90g

04/18/2010, 09:25 PM	#2
Reefer Brian Moved On Join Date: May 2008 Location: Santa Barbara County, CA Posts: 783	Nice setup. Looks clean. But, by the dims its a 225g btw.... same as mine.

04/20/2010, 01:01 PM	#10
Andrew Henry Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 55	Should be moving the tank in later this week, still trying to figure out a day and time that will work for everyone.

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