The Tunze DOC DC 9410 Skimmer is one of the veteran company’s first ever controllable protein skimmer models. We’ve been using this model on a 60 gallon reef tank for half a year and we couldn’t be happier with the…
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Fluid Metering Module Will Do Leak Detection and ATO Functions
This weekend we got a nice big update on Neptune Systems’ new Fluid Metering Module, the FMM. Originally introduced to be the hub for their flow metering accessories, the FMM will actually work as a hub for several other functions. To…
Profilux 4 – GHL Updates its Flagship Aquarium Controller
The Profilux 4 is an exciting new update to GHL’s flagship aquarium controller. Earlier this year GHL announced three new models of the barebones Profilux Mini, Light and Terra, but it seems that GHL was also working to give us…
Understanding the Usefulness of GFO – Phosphate Removal Media
GFO, which stands for Granular Ferric Oxide, is a red brown powder that is compacted into granules. The purpose of granular ferric oxide is to inhibit algae growth by removing phosphates from the aquarium. Maintaining low phosphate levels will help…
IceCap Magnetic Kalkwasser Stirrer Prototype Spotted at MACNA
The Icecap Magnetic Kalkwasser Stirrer is a type of kalkreactor which could make dosing kalkwasser cool again. Dosing a solution of calcium hydroxide is one of the oldest ‘methods’ in reef keeping so any device that can streamline that process…
Xaqua InOut Pulsing Drain & Return Now Available from Two Little Fishies
The Xaqua INOUT is an interesting aquarium gadget that really caught our eye more than six years ago, but which now is getting a renewed lease on life. Formerly called the X-InOut, the Xaqua INOUT is a combination drain and return…
Somatic Sump & Protein Skimmer from the Makers of Vertex
Somatic is a new line of aquarium products that launched at MACNA 2016 in San Diego. What’s cool about the new Somatic line is that it is made by Vertex Aquaristic, and therefore inherits many of the build quality and…
ReefGrow Launches the First Basic Aquarium Magnetic Stirrer
Magnetic Stirrers have not yet become widespread in the aquarium hobby but that’s about to change with a new device from ReefGrow. The new magnetic stirrers from ReefGrow are the first basic stirrers that turn on and off, and don’t need…
AutoAqua Smart AWC Touch and Smart Security Systems
AutoAqua is an aquarium company which has made a name for itself . . . by really living up to its name. If there’s a device or a function to be automated in a reef tank, AutoAqua probably has a…
Salty Q&A: Can Powerheads Be Concealed in Rockwork?
Question I have a new 60-gallon reef tank, and I’m using two powerheads to provide water circulation. One is mounted in the upper right-hand corner of the tank near the back and the other is in the lower left-hand corner…