ecosystem refugiums

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Hi guys I just joined but I have a question about my ecosystem that I just bought. It wont fit under my tank so i wondered can I put it somewhere above my tank. If i did would I still need a overflow box and return pump. I was also thinking of putting half argonite sand and half live sand. do u think that would work. please tell me your opinions.

 

puting it above main tank s the best option . youll still need a pump to get the water to it. then just let it gravity flow back to the tank.this option requires no over flow box but you will need a check valve to keep it from flooding your tank if the power goes out.

 

Ditto on what NUGIO said. Good job Carlos!

 

Im gettin learned Craig [smiley=hehe.gif]

 

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so can I put half argonite sand and half live sand. Or is it better to do one or the other.

 

Half and half is ok the argonite will become live in time. This saves $. just put the live sand on top.
How deep are you planning to go? 3-4" is best

 

You need one more choice, I have mine hanging on the back of my tank (ecosystem 60).

 

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How long should I wait to add plants to my refugium after I start it. What else beside plants can I add to my refugium like other inverts or fish. What kind of hoses should I use for my refugium.

 

What are you gonna use the fuge for? pod propgation or as a nutrient export. for pods i wouldnt put any fish in that defeats the purpose. a fuge is a safe haven for pods to reproduce w/o predation from fish.Unless the fish you put in wont prey on them.
Im using mine as both no fish in it just a hermit and some snails.
Oh yeah almost forgot...plants in as soon as the temp matches the tank

 

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I was planning on only using it for nutrient export but how would I use it for pods too. What would I add or change? What kind of macro algae should I use in my refuge? Should I keep the lights on 24/7 or not?