Thank you for the tip at 9:59... I could not recall for the life of me how you were supposed to do this safely so you don't damage the doser. You have to loosen anti-clockwise fully open, then turn on the CO2, then dial it in clockwise slowly. Could not find a manual online and I lost mine but I recall it saying you can void your warranty if you don't do this process in that order. You rock! and your video is excellent!
Nice video. I started with Calcium reactor last year. Got a Reef Octopus reactor instead of Geo. It has its pluses and minuses. I did get all the other equipment you got as well so I know your wallet is hurting. I can tell you it is money well spent. I been in the hobby 20 years now and can say once you have spent the money and have this set it is by far the easiest supplement solution. I have literally had to touch this 2 times in a year just for maintenance and has to adjust the dosage a few times based on demand changes that is all. The carbon dose and Kamoer pump makes this so easy.
Great system ... I’ll follow the updates and see how it goes. In the end I might just copy you again 🤣🤣😂👍🏻 For real though ... Great video !!! Thanks for the upload !!
I already have one on hand! 😉 I’m switching to the Versa or at least gonna have it as a backup. I had it in my cart 🛒 twice yesterday and didn’t pull the trigger. 🤷♂️ Soon though. I got the Dow Corning on Amazon with prime shipping. It’s Molykote 111 (1/4 Oz.) $7.12 shipped. www.amazon.com/Dow-Corning-Molykote-Oring-Lubricant/dp/B075Y5DCY9?ref_=ast_bbp_dp
@Jeff’s Reef Tank that could very well be your problem. Lube it up when you top off the media. You can also use this for your RO/DI O-rings. This was what I used it for before the reactor.
@@primereef2451 My Calcium Reactor crash course for beginners wanting to understand the basics. After you finish these video’s you will have a good understanding of how they work and should be able to set one up. 😉 How I tune my CaRx (Kevin’s way): ua-cam.com/video/gwlvfgDvQqg/v-deo.html CaRx setup video and fundamental’s ua-cam.com/video/Wgf3Uf_Iw_c/v-deo.html ------------- Very helpful videos from Rico (controversial guy). However, his videos break it down and are definitely helpful if you’re beginning. Watch these in order. 1 - 4. 1. ua-cam.com/video/8EYkGOCbwWI/v-deo.html 2. ua-cam.com/video/1VX-6N6awzE/v-deo.html 3. ua-cam.com/video/W_rWRKE_FRE/v-deo.html 4. ua-cam.com/video/vYKsgfglT4s/v-deo.html -------------- BRS- top 20 failures: ua-cam.com/video/gW6wxkZEokk/v-deo.html BRS- long stream with excellent information: ua-cam.com/video/XrZmOUnsTFo/v-deo.html BRS- more flow = less ALK? This one is not really needed for the method I run, but it is beneficial to understand how flow dictates alkalinity to a certain extent. ua-cam.com/video/5YBCX8B-vWQ/v-deo.html
Hey great video. I have older style one just before this newer one came out. So has it turned into a bubble reactor yet ? I could never get mine to stop creating a ton of bubbles and i had same exact set up with carbon doser and kamoer pump . Just wondering.
Hopefully you can get it tuned in and figured out. I ran mine for 6 months and ended up having my sicce pump impeller break down from air lock pump not being able to circulate water. If you figure it out definitely let me know. I took mine offline and started 2part again .
What fitting do you use to go from your Kamoer to RODI hose ? ...I would love to run as much RO hose as I possibly can due to me being able to get it in colors and have that nice uniform look
Kamoer works better for me, but the Versa can also get it done. I prefer to the Kamoer, because I think it’s better for the job. It’s always been an excellent pump for me.
My alk is 10.7 cal is 526 using cal reactor not sure what to do I only use cal reactor I don’t dos not sure what to do to make the alk and cal perfect range
@Arman Dallakyan You can turn the reactor off and let the numbers fall or let your effluent dKH drop by decreasing your second per bubble or decrease your flow rate. You can also do some water changes with a salt that has the parameters you target. This will bring the numbers down as well. Then make sure you adjust the Reactor to maintain these levels or If you can’t fine tune your reactor, you may need to set it lower and dose a little on top of the reactor. Hope this helps. :-)
Thank you for the video. I’m new in the hobby and I’m planing on buying a calcium reactor . Do you guys push water into the reactor or pull water from the reactor ?
These things scare the hell outta me hahaha. Great detailed set up video. A voice over would have gone down well though says the hypocrite who says next to nothing, if anything in my uploads hahaha
@DrOfWelshMagic I could do a detailed voice over soon. They really aren’t that hard. Just start doing your research now. Watch all the CaRx videos you can and read the article on Reef Digest. That’s a good one.
I’ll be doing an update soon. Basically taking about the conversion and how it went. How to setup and things to watch out for. Hype, and everything inbetween.
Dude your videos are the best! Keep it up man! Love this shit. Waiting patiently for the follow up video!
Thx @Michael Sussman! Appreciate the love! 🙂✅💯
Thank you for the tip at 9:59... I could not recall for the life of me how you were supposed to do this safely so you don't damage the doser. You have to loosen anti-clockwise fully open, then turn on the CO2, then dial it in clockwise slowly. Could not find a manual online and I lost mine but I recall it saying you can void your warranty if you don't do this process in that order.
You rock! and your video is excellent!
Yeah it's a bit tricky!
Nice video. I started with Calcium reactor last year. Got a Reef Octopus reactor instead of Geo. It has its pluses and minuses. I did get all the other equipment you got as well so I know your wallet is hurting. I can tell you it is money well spent. I been in the hobby 20 years now and can say once you have spent the money and have this set it is by far the easiest supplement solution. I have literally had to touch this 2 times in a year just for maintenance and has to adjust the dosage a few times based on demand changes that is all. The carbon dose and Kamoer pump makes this so easy.
@Arrick L Glad to hear that bro! I’m hoping it will pay off. Wallet is empty. 😅🤷♂️😋
Nice unboxing and setup video!
@National Reefing Thx man!
Nice in depth demo. Thanks!
@CoralsAddiction thx brotha’ 👍🏼
Top Notch system. You're gonna luv it.
I hope it pays off! I think Vertex is made better. 😉
Great system ... I’ll follow the updates and see how it goes. In the end I might just copy you again 🤣🤣😂👍🏻 For real though ... Great video !!! Thanks for the upload !!
@2PLEEZ Coral Reefs Thx and No worries! Just buy one! ✅
Nice setup!
@Santiago Reefing Thx man! 🙂
Nice setup!! 👍🏾👍🏾 Just be sure to keep a spare Kamora tube. Also where did you get that sealant for the O ring?
I already have one on hand! 😉 I’m switching to the Versa or at least gonna have it as a backup. I had it in my cart 🛒 twice yesterday and didn’t pull the trigger. 🤷♂️ Soon though. I got the Dow Corning on Amazon with prime shipping. It’s Molykote 111 (1/4 Oz.) $7.12 shipped. www.amazon.com/Dow-Corning-Molykote-Oring-Lubricant/dp/B075Y5DCY9?ref_=ast_bbp_dp
Reefahholic thanks bud!. My system looses suction occasionally. I suspect it’s the O ring.
@Jeff’s Reef Tank that could very well be your problem. Lube it up when you top off the media. You can also use this for your RO/DI O-rings. This was what I used it for before the reactor.
Great reactor! I also bought this model exactly , but didnt understand how to install it on PULL mode , can you help me with that ?
@@primereef2451
My Calcium Reactor crash course for beginners wanting to understand the basics. After you finish these video’s you will have a good understanding of how they work and should be able to set one up. 😉
How I tune my CaRx (Kevin’s way):
ua-cam.com/video/gwlvfgDvQqg/v-deo.html
CaRx setup video and fundamental’s
ua-cam.com/video/Wgf3Uf_Iw_c/v-deo.html
-------------
Very helpful videos from Rico (controversial guy). However, his videos break it down and are definitely helpful if you’re beginning. Watch these in order. 1 - 4.
1. ua-cam.com/video/8EYkGOCbwWI/v-deo.html
2. ua-cam.com/video/1VX-6N6awzE/v-deo.html
3. ua-cam.com/video/W_rWRKE_FRE/v-deo.html
4. ua-cam.com/video/vYKsgfglT4s/v-deo.html
--------------
BRS- top 20 failures:
ua-cam.com/video/gW6wxkZEokk/v-deo.html
BRS- long stream with excellent information:
ua-cam.com/video/XrZmOUnsTFo/v-deo.html
BRS- more flow = less ALK? This one is not really needed for the method I run, but it is beneficial to understand how flow dictates alkalinity to a certain extent.
ua-cam.com/video/5YBCX8B-vWQ/v-deo.html
Hey great video. I have older style one just before this newer one came out. So has it turned into a bubble reactor yet ? I could never get mine to stop creating a ton of bubbles and i had same exact set up with carbon doser and kamoer pump . Just wondering.
@Rick B so far a lot of bubbles. I just set it up though, so I can’t say what it will be like in a week.
Hopefully you can get it tuned in and figured out. I ran mine for 6 months and ended up having my sicce pump impeller break down from air lock pump not being able to circulate water. If you figure it out definitely let me know. I took mine offline and started 2part again .
@Rick B I’ll keep you posted. Mine is not coming offline. I will figure it out. Failure is not an option! 🙂
Any updates?
What fitting do you use to go from your Kamoer to RODI hose ? ...I would love to run as much RO hose as I possibly can due to me being able to get it in colors and have that nice uniform look
@Jon Haggins it’s just a simple 1/4” straight union. You can get them at Lowe’s by the piping and water/tubing fittings.
Hello.. for a calcium reacotor, which pump do you recommend, the kamoer x1 pro T or the versa? It's my country, there are only those two.
thank you
Kamoer works better for me, but the Versa can also get it done. I prefer to the Kamoer, because I think it’s better for the job. It’s always been an excellent pump for me.
Nice video! Quick question, is it just regular 1/4" RODI tubing from the CO2 canister/carbon doser to the calcium reactor?
It wasn't regular RO, but I believe it was close to 1/4" so I think RO would work.
What is the water volume of your system? Very helpful thanks.
Tank is 75/G. Sump has about 15-20 in it, but excluding all the rock...I’d say total volume is around 70/G maybe.
My alk is 10.7 cal is 526 using cal reactor not sure what to do I only use cal reactor I don’t dos not sure what to do to make the alk and cal perfect range
@Arman Dallakyan You can turn the reactor off and let the numbers fall or let your effluent dKH drop by decreasing your second per bubble or decrease your flow rate. You can also do some water changes with a salt that has the parameters you target. This will bring the numbers down as well. Then make sure you adjust the Reactor to maintain these levels or If you can’t fine tune your reactor, you may need to set it lower and dose a little on top of the reactor. Hope this helps. :-)
I’m a newbie in reef hobby. Why do you need carbon doser tank with calcium reactor?
You don’t have to go this route. I choose to use a reactor for the stability.
Thank you for the video.
I’m new in the hobby and I’m planing on buying a calcium reactor . Do you guys push water into the reactor or pull water from the reactor ?
@tomas dx most of us prefer to pull. Pushing can pressurize the reactor and major problems can occur. Pulling is a lot safer. Hope this helps. 👍🏼
Reefahholic thank you
No more 2 part 👏
These things scare the hell outta me hahaha. Great detailed set up video. A voice over would have gone down well though says the hypocrite who says next to nothing, if anything in my uploads hahaha
@DrOfWelshMagic I could do a detailed voice over soon. They really aren’t that hard. Just start doing your research now. Watch all the CaRx videos you can and read the article on Reef Digest. That’s a good one.
@@Reefahholic that would be great, thanks buddy. 👌👌🏴🐠
@DrOfWelshMagic Yes sir!
I need 😫 one of those
I need another one. I sold my equipment when Covid hit and now I’m back in. :-)
Looks good man. I want a similar setup for my 750. I’d like to talk to you about the setup sometime. It’s TX_Punisher from MARSH.
Thx. Yes, we can do that. 👍🏼
Would have been nice if you talked during the video, instead of music.
I’ll be doing an update soon. Basically taking about the conversion and how it went. How to setup and things to watch out for. Hype, and everything inbetween.