cool new product for the lazy reefer

[picoreefguy]

ive always dreamed of making some sort of self cleaning filteration system. while this isnt exactly that it is a huge step in the right direction. rather than being self cleaning it is kind of like a self replacing filter sock. check out the theiling rollermat

 

[mcphock]

You had me at lazy

 

[skriz]

I remember seeing that a couple of years ago. I prefer filter socks. They take minimal effort to remove. Don't feel like washing them? Toss them and replace with new. Easy peasy. I don't find it difficult to run the washer, so I clean and reuse mine.

 

[glxtrix]

Definitely interesting if you like having techie gadgets.

 

[picoreefguy]

Skriz;984194 wrote: I remember seeing that a couple of years ago. I prefer filter socks. They take minimal effort to remove. Don't feel like washing them? Toss them and replace with new. Easy peasy. I don't find it difficult to run the washer, so I clean and reuse mine.

i already use filter socks and clean them in batches so its easy enough but this would be even easier. only having to change out a spool of filter paper once every six months... i mean come on isnt that the dream lol

EDIT: and you have to remember, i'm lazier than the average bear

 

[enderg60]

eh Ill just vacuum my sump out twice a year like I do now and let millions of feather dusters do the rest.

 

[gacolt]

i put powerheads in my sump and change my socks every day or two.works for me i have no crap sitting in the bottom anywhere.

 

[jdavid]

gacolt;984264 wrote: i put powerheads in my sump and change my socks every day or two.works for me i have no crap sitting in the bottom anywhere.

Every day or two? That's crazy.

 

[glxtrix]

^ too much dedication, lol.


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[gacolt]

JDavid;984266 wrote: Every day or two? That's crazy.

its not a big deal for me,takes about 30 seconds.keeps my sps happy so im happy.

 

[acroholic]

I rinse my filter socks every two days.

 

[jdavid]

Allen;984271 wrote: I haven't tested my water in my 20g mixed reef in 3 months. Is that lazy or...?

Lots of folks can detect if there's a problem that requires testing once the tank is dialed in. Testing every so often is just a precaution

 

[maelstrom79]

Easy is good.... I change my water every weekend.... 20% at least..... I wish I could go longer! I am fascinated by people who have auto water change systems..... I saw one once that was tied to someone's Apex.... I think it was on reef central