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bmwaaron
28.02.2010, 19:05
I wanted to know if it was possible to base my skimmer operation based on the water level in the sump. Basically I want the skimmer to turn off if the water level in the sump gets too high so it wont over flow.
I have a level sensor but dont currently use it for anything.
Coralleida
28.02.2010, 21:38
Perhaps you can do this
* Level 2 -> Return Pump
* Socket function -> Water 2 inverted. Plug the skimmer in this socket
Level 2 will activate the socket with the function retun pump, so if water touches the sensor, it will activate. That's the reason because you have to invert the function, so as soon as the water level touches the sensor, it will stop the associated socket
I think it will work ;-)
here is how:
http://reef.charetx2.com/profilux/skimmer_fload.jpg
Coralleida
01.03.2010, 02:04
That's why I like Profi, there's a lot of options so as to achieve the same thing
That's why I like a professional, there's a lot of options so as to achieve the same thing
I do this with an inverted level sensor. That way it only comes on when the sump is empty.
http://www.aquariumcomputer.com/Forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=391&stc=1&d=1269357177
Blahenazo
23.03.2010, 20:01
Another option.
I mechanical inverted the floater so I didn't need to invert it in the software :)
all you have to do is use it as leakage detection :)
Matthias
24.03.2010, 08:09
in my opinion the best way: use mode "return pump"
Another option.
I mechanical inverted the floater so I didn't need to invert it in the software :)
Be careful when doing this, salt can dry and stick the sensor to the top and it will no longer float...
Blahenazo
31.03.2010, 18:33
Be careful when doing this, salt can dry and stick the sensor to the top and it will no longer float...
could be a problem indeed, (for all floaters ) but i will keep an eye on it.
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