Phosphate Reactor?

[Hiker4twenty]

I can't get my phosphates down to zero. They've been hovering around 0.1 and 0.2. I was told to try out a phosphate reactor such as this one. Any input on them or advise on what to get?

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/brs-gfo-and-carbon-reactor.html

 

[ccCapt]

I have a ViaAqua Poly Reactor and it works great. It comes with a pump and all the plumbing you need.

Poly Reactor Multi Media Reator | Chemical Reactors | Reactors | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com

 

[Hiker4twenty]

Thanks Capt! I know your have a much larger tank, but how often do you have to change the media? It look quite easy to set up as well. Also, I like to use phosphate and carbon media. Any advice on what to get?

 

[ccCapt]

I change my GFO every 2 months. I get it from www.bulkreefsupply.com and use aprox 1 tablespoon/gal. If you have any measurable phosphate now, you will probably have to change it in 2 weeks at 1st, then in a month and after that every 2 months. If you have any SPS in your tank now, you may want to cut the dose in 1/2 to start. Some corals don't react well to a rapid decrease in phosphate.

 

[Reefrookie]

I use the KentMarine Phos reactor. I run carbon in it when I am not using it for Phosphates

Phos Reactor | Phosphate Reactors | Reactors | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com

 

[Hiker4twenty]

So I purchased everything today from Bulk Reef Supply and Marine Depot.

I got the GFO and Carbon from BRS.
4 Pounds ? 1 Gallon Bulk GFO "Pellets" Ferric Oxide - English
3 Pounds-1 Gallon Premium ROX 0.8 Aquarium Carbon - English

I got the ViaAqua Poly Reactor from Marine Depot
ViaAqua Poly-Reactor (Multi-Media Reactor)

Did I get the right stuff?

 

[Reefrookie]

Looks like your all hooked up. Looking forward to meeting you at the swap!

 

[Hiker4twenty]

Looks like your all hooked up. Looking forward to meeting you at the swap!

Likewise!

 

[ccCapt]

Me three! :D