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Unread 02/02/2020, 09:50 AM   #51
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Thanks for the links. I ordered the noroprene since the other requires a business license. I would be ok with ordering spectrapure stuff but I don't see it available anywhere anymore. I bought the unit used and there is no telling when the tubing was changed last.


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Unread 02/02/2020, 12:32 PM   #52
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are there a lot of peeps still using litermeter III ? are they good for doing automatic water changes? Just picked up a used one last week, what are you guys thoughts on these old school units?


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Unread 02/02/2020, 05:33 PM   #53
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I have always used Spectrapure for replacements since it lasts for a long time.
Buy directly.
A Litremeter is a great piece of equipment many people still use.


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Unread 02/03/2020, 12:49 AM   #54
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are there a lot of peeps still using litermeter III ? are they good for doing automatic water changes? Just picked up a used one last week, what are you guys thoughts on these old school units?
I use mine for ATO on a small tank. It's a good pump but I wouldn't use it for something like an auto water change, though, I'm sure some reefers do.


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Unread 02/03/2020, 08:51 AM   #55
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There are quite a few doing constant water changes with the Litremeter.
It moves water 150 times a day & with the addition of an extra pump module is quite effective.


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Unread 02/03/2020, 11:57 AM   #56
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There are quite a few doing constant water changes with the Litremeter.
It moves water 150 times a day & with the addition of an extra pump module is quite effective.
can you explain how you have it setup for automatic water changes? I just found a used one and have no clue but have heard of it being able to do


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Unread 02/03/2020, 01:20 PM   #57
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anyone who uses their LMIII to do automatic water changes can you post how you have it setup of send pictures to me? please......


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Unread 02/03/2020, 05:24 PM   #58
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https://lmgtfy.com/?q=auto+water+cha...ith+litermeter


Google has all the info you'll ever need

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Unread 02/03/2020, 05:25 PM   #59
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To do AWC with the Litremeter you will need a second pump head.


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anyone who uses their LMIII to do automatic water changes can you post how you have it setup of send pictures to me? please......
With 2 pumps you have one removing "dirty" water and one replacing "new saltwater"
Often times extra fail-safes may be added to ensure one head doesn't pump faster than the other,etc...


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Unread 02/04/2020, 11:31 AM   #61
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1 thing you have to do with a Litremeter to make sure you get it right, is to calibrate the pump WITH all the tubing connected.


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Unread 01/20/2021, 08:50 AM   #62
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Any updates on this issue? How is the replacement norprene tubing holding up? Thanks


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Unread 01/20/2021, 09:31 AM   #63
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While tubing may be available elsewhere I can go 2 or more years with factory tubing.
Longevity & peace of mind is worth the $$$ for me.


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Unread 12/21/2021, 08:38 AM   #64
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Tubes are now $27.99 from Spectrapure.

https://spectrapure.com/collections/...lm3-tbn-kit-g5

Bumping this thread for long term feedback from @atraperegrinus and others who used aftermarket.


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Unread 12/21/2021, 11:20 AM   #65
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I wish we could get just the tubing instead of the "kit" with a fitting & cable ties.


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Unread 12/21/2021, 02:57 PM   #66
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Ordered Norprene 3/16 ID - 5/16 OD directly from Amazon - 5 Feet for $24.10

The Tygon Pharmed listed below is still being sold only to business accounts with healthcare license. Would need to talk to a buddy at medical office to buy down the line but I think what I ordered should be plenty good.

https://amzn.to/3J9vvCI

I will dedicate a test pump to run 24/7 to see if it fails.

I'm planning to mate it to 90-degree 1/4" RO tubing elbows via barb to stem connector on both the inlet and outlet.

https://www.buckeyehydro.com/stem-x-barb-connector/



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Unread 12/21/2021, 03:29 PM   #67
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This site has every kind of tubing discussed here, cheaper than what I found on amazon.

https://ankoproducts.com/collections...ic-pump-tubing

Just pick your tubing and click on choose options to pick a size.

Per Spectrapure - use at your own risk, which I am going to.


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