Profilux Controlled New Build

[-Aaron-]

I shut down my last tank about 5 weeks ago due to several reasons.

Here it is:



I ordered a replacement about 5 weeks ago, it arrived a week or so ago. Dimensions - 24x24x18(h), Opti-White, Rimless/Braceless with a L/Hand weir.

I've started the cycle using Dr Tim's and used around 17kg of Aquaroche ceramic pieces.

Current status of the tank:


May FTS by --Aaron--, on Flickr

Equipment being used

Profilux 3.1N
Temp, pH, conductivity and Redox cards and probes
1x6 socket PAB bar
1x6 socket Power Bar
GHL Vortech Controller
Leak interface and Sensor
Float level sensor (Switches off Skimmer and OR2500)
GHL Mitras LX 6200 HV (Light composer file is here)
Deltec SC1455
Arcadia Gyractor 400
Vortech MP10W ES x 2
Ocean Runner 2500
TMC Ozone
GHL 3 Channel doser (Profilux contolled)
Reefloat 25 ATU
Aqua Medic 300w Titanium heater
Chippypah Reactor

To be added: Propellor Breeze Controller and 3 fan system.

Livestock

I will be transferring a few fish to the system I have being held at a fish store whilst the tank cycles.

Yellow Head Jawfish (Opistognathus aurifrons)
Common Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris)


Jawfishes by --Aaron--, on Flickr


Clownfish by --Aaron--, on Flickr

I have a few LPS corals being held for me.


Alvepora by --Aaron--, on Flickr


Goniopora by --Aaron--, on Flickr

The main emphasis of the tank will be SPS.

I'll add pics and info as the build progresses...

[aqua_digital]

stunning photos!

[-Aaron-]

Thank you. Photography is another hobby for me.

[BigAl07]

-Aaron- your tank is going to be amazing. I really like your rockwork.

Indeed your pics are spectacular to say the least. Can't wait to watch this tank come to life

[-Aaron-]

Thank you Big Al.

I was in 2 frames of mind whether to go with ceramics as a lot of it has the 'cake stand' look, which I'm not a fan of. I have to say the Aquaroche looks nice and to me pretty natural. I can't wait for it to come to life either, I'm gagging to get it cycled.

[doggydoc10]

Very nice tank.
Think about putting a cover on the tank...
That jawfish will go tile surfing. Have had THREE of them do that!!!!



Doggydoc

[-Aaron-]

Thanks.

I had the opposite experience with mine. All 3 in together, shared the same burrow together, with an open top tank with zero issues. They were in it for 4 months. IMO what you keep them with and when you add them plays a factor in their fate.

They did have a pecking order though.


Lovers Tiff by --Aaron--, on Flickr


Being Given A Mouthful by --Aaron--, on Flickr


Jawfishes by --Aaron--, on Flickr

[doggydoc10]

One of my favs fish. I wish I could keep them, but I like my open tank!!!
Best of luck to you.
Can't wait to see the progression on this BEAUTIFUL set up.



Doggydoc

[-Aaron-]

Thank you Doggydoc, much appreciated.

[Irishreefer]

Beautiful setup thanks for sharing