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Recently at Reef-A-Palooza 2011, I picked up a new CAD Lights Conical Protein Skimmer, model #TIA-1150.





Here are my initial impressions of the unit.


First the specs. From CADLights.com:
*5 Decibels of audible sound.
*1 Year Warranty covers the entire skimmer from top to bottom (including pump).
*Dimensions: 9.75" x 6.5" x 18.5" ...

Hi everyone. I have been lurking on this site for about a year and a half and figured it was time for my first blog. I have been reading everything on here and have learned so much so I want to say thank you to Marc and Jessy for this amazing site. My tank is currently a very low tech system that is in desperate need of equipment upgrades. I currently am running a 50 gallon tank with a Rena xp3 canister filter that is cleaned regularly to prevent nitrates building up. I recently added a CPR hang ...

Has anyone ever tried this?? I know this is from a cichlid website but wonder how it would do in SW

http://www.cichlid-forum.com/articles/ug_jets.php

If you build your overflow in the center of your aquarium does it need to be made with the same thickness acrylic as the tank? The thickness calculator says that it will require 1/2" thick acrylic due to the pressure of the water on a 24" tall tank. I am trying to determine if I can use 1/4" or 3/8" thick for the overflow as I don't think there will be any pressure on it since it will be filled with water.

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Hi! every one im planing to built a shallow rimless reef tank, and im choosing 2 sizes
1. 38X25X15 (L,W,H) 2. 35X35X15 (L,W,H)
I'm just wondering if 1 (150w DE MH) can support the L and W of my tank? im planing to have a LPS, Montipora Capricornis, zoas, clams and softies. Thanks!