Chemistry Questions

[weaglereefer]

Per Digital Aquatics, with Firmware version 1.03, ALL modules except the RKM-Net, are compatible with the RKL.

 

[skriz]

au01st;432114 wrote: Per Digital Aquatics, with Firmware version 1.03, ALL modules except the RKM-Net, are compatible with the RKL.

Cool! I didn't know about the updated firmware. Then I guess that takes the total price of the RKL to $310

 

[weaglereefer]

Well apparently the RKL is compatible with the NET module too!

 

[johnr2604]

Skriz;432107 wrote: The RKL is not compatible with the SL2, so you'll have to get an SL1. You'll also have to add the ph probe and another PC4. When you do this, you're at $295.

The ACJR with a DC8, ph probe and temp probe is $257. This is the best value in controllers.

The RKL $99 base price is a gimick that'll naill you in the end.

I guess it really depends on what your plans are. I'm ordering a lite because I only need light, temp and pump controls on the system it will run. I have no plans on using reactors and could care less what my PH is unless I'm noticing a problem, so its fine for me ( although short on plugs). I totally agree though that if you want a reactor or have more expectations from your controller then the ACjr would be the best value.

 

[cr500_af]

Also, some of us are on a budget and it is easier to buy an RKL and then add some features a little later so it isn't as big of a bill all at once. I have been totally happy with my RKL so far, just adding one extra PC4. Next is the pH probe and SL1 or SL2.

 

[skriz]

johnr2604;432130 wrote: I guess it really depends on what your plans are. I'm ordering a lite because I only need light, temp and pump controls on the system it will run. I have no plans on using reactors and could care less what my PH is unless I'm noticing a problem, so its fine for me ( although short on plugs). I totally agree though that if you want a reactor or have more expectations from your controller then the ACjr would be the best value.

Agreed. The RKL is the best for smaller or lower requirement systems. The unit is cooler than the acjr too.

 

[snowmansnow]

au01st;432119 wrote: Well apparently the RKL is compatible with the NET module too!

works with net in january if i remember correctly will be a DEFINITE BUY!

how about a group buy on the NET module!

 

[kday25]

I did a 15 gallon water change yesterday (30%). Made the water Thursday so it had time to brew a little. Here are the results of the testing I did this morning.

pH 7.9
KH 5.9-6.0 dKH
Ca 400-410 ppm
Mg 1000-1050

SG 1.024

Im happy with the results, and plan to do another 25-30% next weekend. I guess I added some stony corals and slacked on the water changes a bit. i will definitely be more active from now on.

Do you think I should start a dosing regiment soon? I was thinking Kent CB 2 part.

Thanks for the reef controller discussion, that will prob be something i save for in the future.

 

[ralph atl]

Amy two part will work, brs is inexpensive.