Stunning 16-Gallon Reef Tank – Sk8n Reefer's TOTM | NanoReef
Tank Specifications
Volume: 16 Gallons / 60 Liters
Dimensions (L × W × H):
23.8" ×
12.0" ×
13.0"
60.3cm ×
30.5cm ×
33.0cm
Equipment List
- Salt: Innovative Marine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good daily maintenance routine for my reef tank?
Conduct a visual inspection of all tank inhabitants to ensure they're healthy. Clean the glass if necessary and check salinity in your salt mixing container. Perform a 1-gallon water change every day.
How often should I stir my sand bed and blast debris from rocks?
You should stir the sand bed and blast the detritus from the rocks every week during your routine maintenance.
How often should I change the filter floss?
Change the filter floss twice a week to maintain good water quality.
What is the recommended schedule for changing carbon and GFO in the reactor?
Change the carbon and/or GFO in the reactor every two weeks as part of your maintenance routine.
What are the ideal salinity, temperature, alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels for my reef tank?
The recommended parameters are: Salinity 1.025, Temperature around 79°F, Alkalinity at 8 dKH, Calcium at 450 ppm, and Magnesium at 1350 ppm.
How often should I test my water parameters?
Test calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium every two weeks, salinity once a week, and phosphates if you observe algae growth or more buildup on glass.
What should I feed my reef tank inhabitants?
Feed your fish a variety of flakes and pellets in the morning. In the evening, provide a mix of Rotifeast, Phytofeast, Oysterfeast, Reef Chili, Reef Roids, mysis shrimp, and Rod's blend—broadcast fed to the tank.
How often should I feed my reef tank inhabitants?
Fish should be fed twice daily—once in the morning and once in the evening. Occasionally, you can add a little liquid food during the day for the corals.
How do I maintain stable parameters using a doser?
Investing in a doser helps keep your parameters stable; test your levels frequently to understand your tank's specific needs. Initially, consider testing daily to find the right dosing amounts.
What is my nutrient export strategy for maintaining water quality?
Perform 1-gallon water changes 5 to 7 times a week, change carbon and GFO every two weeks, and change the filter floss twice a week.