I want to use this on about an 8-10G refugium growing macro algae. Will it work on a timer. Anyone have any experience using this that way?
1970373
Yes, this will work with a timer (any LED light with a regular plug should work with a timer). I haven't used it with a refugium, but any light that allows plant/algae growth should work fine. I'd say go with this one, it'll be enough.
1970374
I have not used it on a timer but I think if you put the toggle switch to ON and then plug it into a timer, it should work.
1627915
I have the same tank, with CO2 I run it for 4 on, 1 off, 4 on, and I keep the blue turned off. It is also off center so I cast a shadow past my drift wood for a med-low light area. With these lights I have to dose with fert like twice a week to keep up. Hope you've got lots of plants. With this light I have micro swords and dwarf baby tears growing, and some s. repens is thriving. For some reason though I can not get any species of java fern to grow it just sort of hangs on.
255171
Maybe. We had a MAJOR algae infestation after a lengthy vacation away last year. I didn't want to drain and refill, so I gave it a try. After about 24 hours, it looked as though it may have helped, but I was never able to reclaim the pool that year. I have used other algaecide since then as a weekly preventative measure, and haven't had a problem this year yet. If your using it for preventative maintenance only, something cheaper would be sufficient in my opinion. Hope that helps!
1434805
I love the tank also, I have had it for about 8 months. I use an inexpensive digital GE timer I picked up at Walmart. I am not sure of the rating. But have had no issues at all with this timer or the tank.
1509744
I use this timer for a hydroponics grow tank. My current settings are 1/2 an hour on and 1/2 an hour off, 24/7. The time increments will go as small as 15 minutes, so you can program it pretty creatively. It's a well made device that appears pretty robust. The only caution would be the circle of small plastic tabs that control on/off switching. They seem tough enough, but you wouldn't want to break one off. Other than that, it's a very nice timer and well worth the money.
549717
it may be a little too strong for freshwater plants or a little bit of overkill. But it is a great light. I use my 16" on a 29 gallon biocube. With all kinds of coral. And it's only at 60% a few hours a day. Very nice light. You may want to ask Hobbie Bug this question.
712619
No, love this light for my 2 gal saltwater nano. However I have to hit touch switch to turn on every day. I have it on a timer, but when goes off it resets. Not sure how other reply makes timer work.
1477106
For very short bursts it will work... to have it work continuously you will need a 10 to 20 Gal tank, but if you are doing very small projects and have some patience it will work.... Good luck.
188599
I have not used it for oil...did not think it was a big enough unit. So not sure about the timer as I always use it...sorry.
1206307
I have a 35 gallon tank with three large Koi (well they are large now). It works a treat but keep direct sunlight off the tank if you can, the bio-stone has trouble keeping up with the algae if it is left in direct sunlight every day. I am on my third stone now (each last 2 - 3 years) but it is a cheap and very effective item.
1972007
I've been running it in a 65 gal marine talk with a 10 gal refugium. I placed in the sump area of the refugium. It worked fine for me in a building that is climate controlled around 74-75 degrees. I found mine to be miscalibrated around 2.5 degrees, though, so you may want to consider an alternate thermometer if you have sensitive stock.
1641940
this definitely does that. It gives you adjustment down to 15 minutes. Others will do what you want, but this just gives you more flexibility down to every 15 minutes as opposed to half hour or hour intervals. I use this on my aguaponics setup and it runs for fifteen minutes on and forty five minutes off. You control the adjustment in fifteen minute intervals. This is the most amount of adjustment that i have seen from a timer that isn't digitally controlled.
874842
I have one zone with a small drip setup for my potted plants. It only runs for about 4 min. Once a week. So far no problems.
385799
Yes. You have to dial it in a little, but works great. Make sure you use a bubble counter to measure the amount of cO2 being dispursed. I use about 1-2 bubbles per second for 29gal. This also has a built in solenoid which is very convenient. Just use a basic light timer with it. Hope this helps :)
1426284
Thiis UP-23 13 watt unit was purchased by me in December 2012 and I am not sure if it was a 2013 model but it definitely worked for my free floating algae bloom. I understand that it will not control string algae, Dennis. There is no production date on the box which I kept in case it didn't work but it does! I am a real person that hesitated to spend that much but it was worth it for the water clarity.
558714
No, I haven't tried to use it for this. However, I wouldn't use it again. I ordered and used two years ago, and it worked great in the pool. I ordered this year, and it didn't help at all. Not sure if formula has changed or what but for the price, I wouldn't try it for your use. I would look specifically for just black algae killer vs. this one that claims to go across types.
779470
I would predict that you would see good results with the light. Mine is on an 8 gallon nano with some crypts, sprite, micro swords and Java Moss. Light is on typically 9 to 10 hours daily and I constantly prune the sprite. Using eco complete substrate and diy CO2.