Looking for a nice looking small footprint top off resevoir

[spiderman097]

I currently use a 20g long for my top off tank. I'm looking for something with a smaller footprint.

Something like Melev's Resevoir
http://melevsreef.biz/node/51">http://melevsreef.biz/node/51</a>

Anyone got any suggestions?

 

[spiderman097]

I'd like it 3ft tall, maybe 10-15 gallons

 

[jef4y]

10-15 gal is not really small IMHO. Heck, I use a 3 gal container on my 150 =)

For 15 gal, check out the Gamma Vittles Vaults. They're made for dog food, but the big one holds 15G of water. I use it for my water changes. If I had more room I'd use that for my ATO.

Edit: Looking at Melev's though, that would be GREAT in the footprint I have to use. Dunno. Contact SEA to see what a custom one would cost. If they're cheaper than Melev's I'd be interested in one =)

 

[spiderman097]

Yea, my reservoir isn't attached to my my rodi. So, I have to pour a 5 gallon bucket of water in it every 3 days or so

 

[jef4y]

Yep, I do the 3 gal every 2 days.

 

[cedzaquaddiction]

My RO/DI is attached to my 5 gallon bucket topoff container, but it's still a pain in the butt to remember turn in on every two days. The worse part is when you forget to turn it off.

Whatever I upgrade to will have a float valve to prevent flooding. I'll still have to turn off the RO/DI, but, it won't be as catastrophic if I don't do it right away...

I like the look of the tall vittles container. Just wish it were clear. Got some measuring to do when I get home... Good to know I'm not the only one feeling this pain. Can't believe our tanks evaporate so much water. Sheesh...

 

[merkywater]

I use this for my 300 did have it on a 120. Been using it for 3yrs now. It is hidden in a closet. It takes up very little space.

 

[tony_caliente]

I bought a tall container from the container store near the perimeter area. it holds 13 gallons and fits nicely within my stock 55 gal stand. believe it was under $20. thats whay i have using for 3 years

 

[tbryan]

Sounds like your looking for a kitchen trash can or a gift wrap container.

 

[spiderman097]

tbryan;846434 wrote: Sounds like your looking for a kitchen trash can or a gift wrap container.

Yea, I saw those at the container store near permiter mall. But I decided on the kingsford kaddy. Looks like it'll hold about 8 gallons. I'll be able to get a better estimate when I get home

 

[spiderman097]

Brute's footprint is to large

 

[porpoiseaquatics]

barry_keith;846406 wrote: I use a 6g jerry can on my 150. It's not pretty but it has a small foot print.

Same here and may have one to sell.

 

[jef4y]

The problem with trash cans is that if they aren't round, they bow real bad and that makes me uncomfortable.


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[jef4y]

Just dawned on me as well that if I put in a taller ATO reservoir, it would siphon drain into my sump since the water height would be too great. ugh.

 

[ddaddy2420]

I usehttp://www.relianceproducts.com/products/hydration/217.html"> this</a>

It holds 5.5 gallons and is about 9" wide. Its perfect for fitting in your stand as it takes up very little space.