Anyone Carbon Dosing/Bio Pellets?

915MANG · 07/31/2015, 05:09 PM

Was wondering whos doing it here

I decided to give it a try, Plus I want to add a few more fish. My rocks are kinda fuzzy. Due to my turbos dissapearing. I believe my Melanurus Wrasse has a taste for Escargot.

Plus, Hey, I wanted to try something new.

I got a deal from MD 15% off the Reactor. So I took advanatage of it. There are more expensive reactors but I liked the performance of this one. I watch a lot of YouTube. Its being powered with an MJ1200.

Output Running to the skimmer Intake

Im using the BRS pellets. Doing the recommended dose for 50 gallons. I dont really plan on going higher than that. I went the BRS pellets because I have 2 bags of it. I know they have new All In One pellets now that have GFO. But This is what ill be using for now.

I know you have to go slow so thats why I went with 1 cup and not the full dose. Let me know what you guys think/Experiences

EPRuss · 08/03/2015, 10:03 PM

I don't run a reactor now, but have been considering the BRS dual reactor for carbon and GFO.
In the past I've used Chemi-Pure Elite bags in the sump, but I didn't notice a any decrease in algae; and stopped using them after I had a bag break, and pumped carbon into the display.

Also been trying to figure out if I should run GFO, or Phosban, or Phosgaurd.

EPRuss · 08/04/2015, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

Also been trying to figure out if I should run GFO, or Phosban, or Phosgaurd.

I meant GFO, "Phosbond", or Phosgaurd

915MANG · 08/04/2015, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

I don't run a reactor now, but have been considering the BRS dual reactor for carbon and GFO.
In the past I've used Chemi-Pure Elite bags in the sump, but I didn't notice a any decrease in algae; and stopped using them after I had a bag break, and pumped carbon into the display.

Also been trying to figure out if I should run GFO, or Phosban, or Phosgaurd.

People seem pretty happy with the Dual Reactors. I have a single one that I use.

EPRuss · 08/04/2015, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 915MANG

People seem pretty happy with the Dual Reactors. I have a single one that I use.

I've been waiting for BRS to get the dual reactor with pump combo in stock. It's been out of stock for the last week or so. I believe the pump is what is out of stock. You save about $10-$15 if you order the combo.

915MANG · 08/05/2015, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

I've been waiting for BRS to get the dual reactor with pump combo in stock. It's been out of stock for the last week or so. I believe the pump is what is out of stock. You save about $10-$15 if you order the combo.

The pump that they are using is an MJ1200. Thats crazy that they would be out of that.

Matthias7 · 08/05/2015, 09:56 PM

I run GFO only and have good results. I think Tim was/is running bio pellets

915MANG · 08/06/2015, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

I've been waiting for BRS to get the dual reactor with pump combo in stock. It's been out of stock for the last week or so. I believe the pump is what is out of stock. You save about $10-$15 if you order the combo.

Just wanted to suggest the Aquamaxx GFO/Carbon Reactor. I noticed it came with a pump too. On MD

915MANG · 08/06/2015, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Matthias7

I run GFO only and have good results. I think Tim was/is running bio pellets

Yeah I was hoping he would chime in, hes MIA

EPRuss · 08/06/2015, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 915MANG

Just wanted to suggest the Aquamaxx GFO/Carbon Reactor. I noticed it came with a pump too. On MD

Thanks, I'll check it out.

TimGentry · 08/06/2015, 02:02 PM

Yes, I'm running pellets. Using a Next Reef SMR1 and the EcoBak pellets. I had a aquamaxx before. Also had a Reef Dynamics but never happy with it. Using a Eheim compact 1000 pump. I run GFO also. The pellets work fine. Just don't overdo it.(use too many)

TimGentry · 08/06/2015, 02:04 PM

I used Chemi-Pure Elite but ran in in my reactor. Worked much better bags in the sump. Now I just mix carbon and GFO and run it in the reactor together. Works good for me.

915MANG · 08/06/2015, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by TimGentry

I used Chemi-Pure Elite but ran in in my reactor. Worked much better bags in the sump. Now I just mix carbon and GFO and run it in the reactor together. Works good for me.

Did you have an issues with your skimmer over flowing? So far I like the AquaMaxx

EPRuss · 08/07/2015, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 915MANG

Just wanted to suggest the Aquamaxx GFO/Carbon Reactor. I noticed it came with a pump too. On MD

I like that the BRS reactor can be mounted up out of the way, in my cabinet. I'm not sure how the Aquamaxx will install. In the sump? I don't really have room.

I also think changing the media would be easier with the BRS reactor, just like changing filters on my RODI. I don't have any experience with a reactor so these are just assumptions.

915MANG · 08/07/2015, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

I like that the BRS reactor can be mounted up out of the way, in my cabinet. I'm not sure how the Aquamaxx will install. In the sump? I don't really have room.

I also think changing the media would be easier with the BRS reactor, just like changing filters on my RODI. I don't have any experience with a reactor so these are just assumptions.

Sump Real Estate is Valuable, So I hear You

EPRuss · 08/07/2015, 09:02 AM

Here is an interesting thread on running GFO.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...ght=phosphates

I found it interesting that he does not recommend running GFO 24/7/365, but rather as needed when Phosphates are high.

915MANG · 08/07/2015, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by EPRuss

Here is an interesting thread on running GFO.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...ght=phosphates

I found it interesting that he does not recommend running GFO 24/7/365, but rather as needed when Phosphates are high.

Thanks Russ, its a good thread. Appreciate it! I have the film algae

TimGentry · 08/09/2015, 02:50 PM

The Aquamaxx goes either in or out of the sump. I have one for sale as a matter of fact.

915MANG · 08/28/2015, 11:59 PM

I took it offline Just going to use gfo.

915MANG · 08/29/2015, 12:00 AM

I have a brand new bag, and a slightly used bag of BRS Bio Pellets available for trades. Corals let me know

TimGentry · 01/19/2016, 11:23 PM

Officially done with biopellets. Tried running 2 times and had mixed results. This last time things seemed to be going well and then the cyano outbreak started and that was the last straw. Just to many little problems associated with. Started using Red Sea NO3:PO4X and having great results so far. Nitrates starting dropping right away. Similar to vodka doing.

915MANG · 01/23/2016, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TimGentry

Officially done with biopellets. Tried running 2 times and had mixed results. This last time things seemed to be going well and then the cyano outbreak started and that was the last straw. Just to many little problems associated with. Started using Red Sea NO3:PO4X and having great results so far. Nitrates starting dropping right away. Similar to vodka doing.

That cool TIM. You where using them for the longest time. I thought about the Red Sea products as well. Im just using GFO right now.

TimGentry · 01/26/2016, 01:19 PM

Mike,

Yeah, I'm having good luck with the NO3:PO4X. Nitrates now down between 5-10. No downside that I've noticed so far.

915MANG · 01/28/2016, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by TimGentry

Mike,

Yeah, I'm having good luck with the NO3:PO4X. Nitrates now down between 5-10. No downside that I've noticed so far.

Thats cool Tim, Pedro still going to say you need an Algea Scrubber

TimGentry · 01/29/2016, 08:29 AM

Mike,

Yeah, Pedro would probably say that. LOL. No thanks. The NoPox4 is working fine for me. Sitting on 5ppm nitrates with no pellets or scrubbers to worry about. Just dosing 10 ml daily and I'm gonna set that up on a dosing pump. MUCH easier.

07/31/2015, 05:09 PM	#1
915MANG Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 950	Anyone Carbon Dosing/Bio Pellets? Was wondering whos doing it here I decided to give it a try, Plus I want to add a few more fish. My rocks are kinda fuzzy. Due to my turbos dissapearing. I believe my Melanurus Wrasse has a taste for Escargot. Plus, Hey, I wanted to try something new. I got a deal from MD 15% off the Reactor. So I took advanatage of it. There are more expensive reactors but I liked the performance of this one. I watch a lot of YouTube. Its being powered with an MJ1200. Output Running to the skimmer Intake Im using the BRS pellets. Doing the recommended dose for 50 gallons. I dont really plan on going higher than that. I went the BRS pellets because I have 2 bags of it. I know they have new All In One pellets now that have GFO. But This is what ill be using for now. I know you have to go slow so thats why I went with 1 cup and not the full dose. Let me know what you guys think/Experiences __________________ Mike O YOUTUBE "915MANG" Current Tank Info: 120 Gal in progress Fish & a few corals 34G Solana

08/06/2015, 02:02 PM	#11
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	Yes, I'm running pellets. Using a Next Reef SMR1 and the EcoBak pellets. I had a aquamaxx before. Also had a Reef Dynamics but never happy with it. Using a Eheim compact 1000 pump. I run GFO also. The pellets work fine. Just don't overdo it.(use too many) __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef

08/06/2015, 02:04 PM	#12
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	I used Chemi-Pure Elite but ran in in my reactor. Worked much better bags in the sump. Now I just mix carbon and GFO and run it in the reactor together. Works good for me. __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef

08/09/2015, 02:50 PM	#18
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	biopellets The Aquamaxx goes either in or out of the sump. I have one for sale as a matter of fact. __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef

08/28/2015, 11:59 PM	#19
915MANG Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 950	I took it offline Just going to use gfo. __________________ Mike O YOUTUBE "915MANG" Current Tank Info: 120 Gal in progress Fish & a few corals 34G Solana

08/03/2015, 10:03 PM	#2
EPRuss Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Texas Posts: 166	I don't run a reactor now, but have been considering the BRS dual reactor for carbon and GFO. In the past I've used Chemi-Pure Elite bags in the sump, but I didn't notice a any decrease in algae; and stopped using them after I had a bag break, and pumped carbon into the display. Also been trying to figure out if I should run GFO, or Phosban, or Phosgaurd.

08/05/2015, 09:56 PM	#7
Matthias7 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 238	I run GFO only and have good results. I think Tim was/is running bio pellets

08/07/2015, 09:02 AM	#16
EPRuss Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Texas Posts: 166	Here is an interesting thread on running GFO. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...ght=phosphates I found it interesting that he does not recommend running GFO 24/7/365, but rather as needed when Phosphates are high.

08/29/2015, 12:00 AM	#20
915MANG Registered Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 950	I have a brand new bag, and a slightly used bag of BRS Bio Pellets available for trades. Corals let me know __________________ Mike O YOUTUBE "915MANG" Current Tank Info: 120 Gal in progress Fish & a few corals 34G Solana

01/19/2016, 11:23 PM	#21
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	Officially done with biopellets. Tried running 2 times and had mixed results. This last time things seemed to be going well and then the cyano outbreak started and that was the last straw. Just to many little problems associated with. Started using Red Sea NO3:PO4X and having great results so far. Nitrates starting dropping right away. Similar to vodka doing. __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef

01/26/2016, 01:19 PM	#23
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	Nitrates Mike, Yeah, I'm having good luck with the NO3:PO4X. Nitrates now down between 5-10. No downside that I've noticed so far. __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef

01/29/2016, 08:29 AM	#25
TimGentry Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 912	Lol Mike, Yeah, Pedro would probably say that. LOL. No thanks. The NoPox4 is working fine for me. Sitting on 5ppm nitrates with no pellets or scrubbers to worry about. Just dosing 10 ml daily and I'm gonna set that up on a dosing pump. MUCH easier. __________________ [url=http://drugstore-onlinecatalog.com/]drugstore-onlinecatalog.com[/url] Current Tank Info: 100g Mixed Reef