Chris's IM Nuvo Fusion 15
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Covers are here on my thingiverse:
IM Nuvo Fusion 15 Covers - Overflow and Return Pump Area by chaples55
There are 2 versions of these covers. One has a notch to allow the official screen top to sit flush, but is harder to print the back right cover due to needing a thin layer of supports. The other has no notch, is easier to print, and looks nicer when you don't have the screen top. The screen top...
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I have a complete re-design of my original refugium that I will share soon. I've been testing it for a couple months now and am super happy with it. Also have some miscellaneous parts like a replacement return line elbow/bulkhead and a replacement lid for the miniq skimmer that I like better than the original
Time for a long overdue update!
My original plan for this tank, which was to be a coral quarantine setup, has changed. I decided I want to keep my anemones separate from my corals, so this tank is now the permanent home of my clownfish pair and their anemones. I have a different system for coral QT.
In fact, it has been set up this way for well over a year now. In that time, my bubble tips have been splitting relentlessly and my rock flowers have been spawning. There are dozens of babies. Most of these offspring are still tiny, but a few have started growing and are about the size of a nickel now.
The bubble tips don't seem keen on populating the top surface of the rockwork. Perhaps the lighting is too high, but I need it to ensure that even the RFAs in the shade get enough light. I've started considering adding a high light coral to fill this area. Preferably something "expendable", in the sense that it wouldn't be tragic if the anemones do sting it one day, but also not too much of a weed like Xenia. I thought about taking some Monti Digitata from another tank, but then I would need to start dosing on this tank, which I would rather keep simple. Open to suggestions!
My original plan for this tank, which was to be a coral quarantine setup, has changed. I decided I want to keep my anemones separate from my corals, so this tank is now the permanent home of my clownfish pair and their anemones. I have a different system for coral QT.
In fact, it has been set up this way for well over a year now. In that time, my bubble tips have been splitting relentlessly and my rock flowers have been spawning. There are dozens of babies. Most of these offspring are still tiny, but a few have started growing and are about the size of a nickel now.
The bubble tips don't seem keen on populating the top surface of the rockwork. Perhaps the lighting is too high, but I need it to ensure that even the RFAs in the shade get enough light. I've started considering adding a high light coral to fill this area. Preferably something "expendable", in the sense that it wouldn't be tragic if the anemones do sting it one day, but also not too much of a weed like Xenia. I thought about taking some Monti Digitata from another tank, but then I would need to start dosing on this tank, which I would rather keep simple. Open to suggestions!
I may be open to that in the future but I'd like the RFAs to fill up more of the bottom of the tank first! No idea how long that will take. So far their growth has been pretty slow.
Ok, here it is, the new and much improved refugium! I have been testing it for a few months and have seen explosive growth!
After months of testing I have completely re-designed the refugium. The new design sits lower in the rear compartment and no longer prevents clamping a light centered on the rear glass. It has a better fit overall and hooks onto the glass divider in the center of the AIO compartment rather than just sitting next to it, ensuring the fuge stays locked in the correct position and all water flow passes through it. The walls are now a bit thicker and stronger and it has a round bottom which does on excellent job of keeping the algae spinning (which keeps it clean). The spillway where water enters the refugium has been carefully shaped to create laminar flow for silent operation and maximum algae spin. Water exits through the right side of the refugium where there is now a slot to insert a sponge pad ~1 inch thick (REQUIRED). This keeps algae, debris, and microbubbles in. Use a coarse sponge for minimal maintenance. Previously, water exited through the bottom of the refugium, which allowed it to run dry if the water level in the return area dropped too low. The new design always retains some water which prevents your algae from accidentally drying up.
This version is not designed to work with any specific light at this time, meaning it is up to the user to decide what light to use and how to mount it. I now use a small, adjustable, clamp on spotlight pointed into the refugium, but may design a sleeker solution in the future. The spotlight is available from many different vendors, here is one example: https://www.amazon.com/Wonming-Aquarium-Indoor-Adjustable-White-Yellow/dp/B0D77X8DTB
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After months of testing I have completely re-designed the refugium. The new design sits lower in the rear compartment and no longer prevents clamping a light centered on the rear glass. It has a better fit overall and hooks onto the glass divider in the center of the AIO compartment rather than just sitting next to it, ensuring the fuge stays locked in the correct position and all water flow passes through it. The walls are now a bit thicker and stronger and it has a round bottom which does on excellent job of keeping the algae spinning (which keeps it clean). The spillway where water enters the refugium has been carefully shaped to create laminar flow for silent operation and maximum algae spin. Water exits through the right side of the refugium where there is now a slot to insert a sponge pad ~1 inch thick (REQUIRED). This keeps algae, debris, and microbubbles in. Use a coarse sponge for minimal maintenance. Previously, water exited through the bottom of the refugium, which allowed it to run dry if the water level in the return area dropped too low. The new design always retains some water which prevents your algae from accidentally drying up.
This version is not designed to work with any specific light at this time, meaning it is up to the user to decide what light to use and how to mount it. I now use a small, adjustable, clamp on spotlight pointed into the refugium, but may design a sleeker solution in the future. The spotlight is available from many different vendors, here is one example: https://www.amazon.com/Wonming-Aquarium-Indoor-Adjustable-White-Yellow/dp/B0D77X8DTB
IM Nuvo Fusion 15 Refugium - MAJOR UPDATE v3 by chaples55
v3 UPDATE:After months of testing I have completely re-designed the refugium. The new design sits lower in the rear compartment and no longer prevents clamping a light centered on the rear glass. It has a better fit overall and hooks onto the glass divider in the center of the AIO compartment...
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And here are some miscellaneous parts and accessories related to this tank:
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IM Nuvo Fusion 15 Replacement Return Elbow and Loc Line Nozzle Fitting by chaples55
Lost the original return plumbing bits for one of my innovative marine 15 gallon tanks so I designed and printed these. I recommend printing both parts and using them together. I don't know if they are compatible with the original parts. The loc-line fitting push fits onto the elbow and accepts...
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Bubble Magus MiniQ Skimmer Replacement Lid by chaples55
I lost the lid for my BM MiniQ skimmer so I designed a new one. I like it better than the original. There are two versions, one has a sort of cone in the center to help guide the foam out of the skimmer. I think it improves performance, but I'm not 100% sure. Up to you which version you prefer!
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Bubble Magus MiniQ Skimmer Mounting Brackets for Aqueon and 6mm Glass by chaples55
These brackets slide right into the original mounting location for the BM MiniQ skimmer. These brackets have a foot that rests against the glass so that the skimmer remains level even when pushing down hard on the cup.There is one version (pictured) that is a slimmer, simpler mount for 6mm glass...
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