Author Topic: Show it off! (Read 4714 times)

Twizted1 · « **on:** January 19, 2014, 01:15:06 »

I am super close to pulling the trigger on a new apex. But am not having any ideas on how to mount everything. If you would like to post a picture of your controller and modules, it would help my out. Help get my creative juices flowing. Thanks all.

Bucknutz · « **Reply #1 on:** January 19, 2014, 08:27:52 »

Base Apex unit with standard temp, and ph probes.

Probes in a nice little probe holder I picked up.

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #2 on:** January 19, 2014, 09:57:51 »

I don't have a pic of the rest....its mounted in the floor joists above each of the tanks. The controls are not water safe, so be sure to keep drip loops in cords and keep water and salt creep away from it.

Viggen · « **Reply #3 on:** January 19, 2014, 10:03:49 »

I am also getting closer to snagging one.... Looking forward to m ore pics and info on what people have

Twizted1 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 19, 2014, 10:07:15 »

Does the power strip plug into the main the computer? Then everything is ran off the strip? Also does are those mostly USB cables? Thanks for the pics guys. Anyone else have apex pics?

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #5 on:** January 19, 2014, 10:14:49 »

While they are using USB cables, the Aquabus Power is 12V (USB is 5V) so do not plug a USB device into the Apex.

The EnergyBar (powerstrip) also provides the 12v power on the Aquabus. Which powers all of the modules. The Apex base unit does have a 12v auxiliary power connection (I have that hooked to a battery backup) to be able to get alarms if you loose power, or a cable gets unplugged.

These are USB-A Male, Male cables. The apex comes with 3 foot versions. You can use USB extension cables, or just order longer cables from electronic supply or cable stores.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 19, 2014, 10:53:12 »

Thanks for the info. Once I figure out where everything is going to go, I will just make my own cables to cut down on excess cable.

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #7 on:** January 19, 2014, 11:09:53 »

These are also communications cables, if you do make your own cables, be sure to watch for communications errors.

Bucknutz · « **Reply #8 on:** January 19, 2014, 11:52:52 »

I've been debating on the Salinty probe module, and probe as well. Can't decide if it's really worth the money to monitor salinity?

Too bad we can't get a group buy going with neptune.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #9 on:** January 19, 2014, 15:43:48 »

Quote from: Wall_Tank on January 19, 2014, 11:09:53

These are also communications cables, if you do make your own cables, be sure to watch for communications errors.

Are errors common, and are the errors obvious?

Quote from: Bucknutz on January 19, 2014, 11:52:52

I've been debating on the Salinty probe module, and probe as well. Can't decide if it's really worth the money to monitor salinity?

Too bad we can't get a group buy going with neptune.

That would be awesome.

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #10 on:** January 19, 2014, 17:29:07 »

They can be if you have a bad cable. There is a diagnostics page.

Doubt we would have enough interest in hardware for them to bat and eye. Never heard of anyone offering any sort of group buy.

A salinity probe would be useful if you have an unreliable top off.....otherwise, other than making a pretty graph, I cannot see much use.

METZCOOL · « **Reply #11 on:** January 19, 2014, 18:23:30 »

I do use the salinity probe since I run a automatic water change system as a way to monitor that. I still check the salinity with a refractometer though to be safe but not daily.

Viggen · « **Reply #12 on:** January 19, 2014, 18:36:35 »

Neptune might not be willing however premium aquatics I am sure would be. If enough stuff is purchased I am sure they can sell close to or at wholesale prices

As a example the apex unit they sell for $550 ish.... Wholesale is $468

Only 10-15% off plus shipping

itsalifestyle · « **Reply #13 on:** January 19, 2014, 21:51:57 »

I'm on fence about salinity probe also

Twizted1 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 21, 2014, 11:30:39 »

Jesse, where did you get your probe holder? Does anyone else use a probe holder. If so did you purchase or make it?

Bucknutz · « **Reply #15 on:** January 21, 2014, 12:03:01 »

Quote from: Twizted1 on January 21, 2014, 11:30:39

Jesse, where did you get your probe holder? Does anyone else use a probe holder. If so did you purchase or make it?

I'm pretty sure this is the one I got. I did have to open it up for the Apex probes to fit.

http://premiumaquatics.com/store/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=PA&Product_Code=BM-MPH&Category_Code=

itsalifestyle · « **Reply #16 on:** January 21, 2014, 14:29:20 »

I made mine I will try to post pic tonight

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #17 on:** January 21, 2014, 17:32:10 »

I made some in the past, but now I just hang them on the edge if the sump or tie wrap the wires to the plumbing.

lazylivin · « **Reply #18 on:** January 22, 2014, 00:37:31 »

I have mine mounted in center of canopy.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #19 on:** January 22, 2014, 08:04:02 »

Thanks for sharing everyone. Please feel free to keep the pictures coming.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #20 on:** February 10, 2014, 21:51:46 »

Do you have to use the display? Just doing some planning and thinking if I could see everything I want with my phone and or tablet, why waste space with the display?

Wall_Tank · « **Reply #21 on:** February 10, 2014, 22:50:56 »

I would keep one around incase you have a problem that you cannot seem to workout remotely. But no, it does not need a display plugged in to work.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #22 on:** February 13, 2014, 14:06:01 »

Quote from: Wall_Tank on February 10, 2014, 22:50:56

I would keep one around incase you have a problem that you cannot seem to workout remotely. But no, it does not need a display plugged in to work.

I'll keep it. Just wont use it unless I have to.

What about probe holders? How many probes are you using? Also airline holder for your dosing? I have what I think I want in mind. It may need t be custom made though. I would like to see one holder do it all.

Bucknutz · « **Reply #23 on:** February 13, 2014, 18:18:41 »

Quit talking about it and order.

Twizted1 · « **Reply #24 on:** February 13, 2014, 19:02:02 »

Quote from: Bucknutz on February 13, 2014, 18:18:41

Quit talking about it and order.

Quit being mean to me. I'm poor peoples.

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