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I have the tck master torch.

I cannot stress this enough but I have run a CaRx for years. Try to time it with your lighting cycle. Your tank will not consume alk when the light are out. The pH also drops when the lights are out because your coral do not consume CO2 during this time.

I have never soaked my media before adding to my reactor.

This is mine running a CaRx. It's only on during the photoperiod.

They deffinetly do. Feed less for now, or do more water changes.

Feeding does contribute, it increases nutrients in the water.

I've done both calcium reactors and 2/3 part. Once dialed in a calcium reactor is much easier to operate.

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You can tune them much finer in regards to bubble rate. I don't run a pH probe because of this.

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I just don't run my CaRx when my lights are off. This way it affect the pH less. Typically your corals are not consuming the Ca or Alk when the lights are off.

So, the way I have mine controlled, the CaRx peristaltic pump and CO2 are only allowed to be on during the lighting period. But my apex will turn off both if the dkH is over 8.

I actually have these parker metering valves that are much better than the swagelok. I don't think that is what I gave Boun though. hahaha

I've been doing it like this for a few years now. If my numbers ever look very off I switch to manual until I can fix it.

For regulators, a good dual stage is a better choice. I think I have a bunch of parts still if you need any to build one.

Just changed my schedule to do 2 tests in the middle of the day and skip the midnight test. This will help lessen my alk swing as my CaRx is controlled by the trident.

If you run a pH probe it should be in the carx. I have never bothered with a probe, I just run extra CO2.

I believe pushing is better because of a pressure build up if you pull. Some reactors are meant to run under some pressure, but most now are not.

It should be fine.

I am not planning on going to the swap, I feel like I can be completely impartial in my voting if you want another person.