a.andrew Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Hey all, Just wondering what everyone's thought is on installing an osmolator onto a 64L tank. Just sick of having to top up water constantly and if I don't all you hear is the gargling of the Lily Pipes. I have been looking at the TUNZE Nano Osmolator, has anyone used these? Any other brands I should consider? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny@ageofaquariums Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Easier to justify it on a nano marine. But yea the tunze one is the best. The hydor one isnt bad either, you just need a pump you can use with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professor_rob Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 On my tank it is probably one the best additions I added. I have the Tunze one. I use a slow pump (1L per min) in my sump to remove water everyday. This is on a timer and runs for about 120-150 mins a day, therefore removing about 120-150L throughout each day from my tank. The Tunze top up unit adds water back to the sump to keep it at the correct level. No more water changes... The Tunze osmolator is a good bit of equipment. Mine has worked flawlessly since purchased from AOA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozmo Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 The Tunze 3155 with the Tunze switch socket 3150 is one of the best equipment additions I have made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.andrew Posted June 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Have any of you guys explerienced an osmolator failing and overflowing the tank? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
professor_rob Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 My unit has worked flawlessly since purchase. I have drilled a safety hole towards the top of my sump with a hose going to a drain incase that was to happen or power goes out and there is too much water in the system for some reason. Never had it happen but have got that safety measure just incase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Have any of you guys explerienced an osmolator failing and overflowing the tank? What Rob said above would be a good idea - the other option you might want to throw into the mix is get the 3155 instead of the 3152 as it has a optical sensor as well as the float switch but it will add about $130 to the price you are looking at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny@ageofaquariums Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Havent had that, or even heard of someone experiencing with tunze. Maybe give the big marine forums like reefcentral a search? We usually have a few replacement pumps on hand at aoa, but its very rare we get orders for them. Not bad considering how many units we have sold. That said most the cost of the unit is all the fail safes, to prevent drama. As above its very difficult for the 3155 to fail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.andrew Posted June 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 I have considered that option also and it would be my preferred option. But the $$$ difference is quite substantial, practically close to a second unit. I do believe the optical is way better then the little dinky bobble valve. I guess it comes back to you get what you pay for (spec wise not product quality). What Rob said above would be a good idea - the other option you might want to throw into the mix is get the 3155 instead of the 3152 as it has a optical sensor as well as the float switch but it will add about $130 to the price you are looking at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donny@ageofaquariums Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 This is pure decadence anyway man The nano was what we ran in the shop on the 80L marine for ages. Did the job nicely. Aesthetically less probes = less tech visable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Tech Den Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 As Donny said above he has not had any issues and nor have I and both AOA and The Tech Den are Authorised Retailers of Tunze. They are really good gear and the 3155 just gives that extra piece of mind with a secondary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.andrew Posted June 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Can never go wrong with a little peace of mind.. =D Donny, when have I ever done something which is not for pure decadence? Haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
