Stunning 10-Gallon Reef Tank – teenyreef's TOTM | NanoReef
Tank Specifications
Volume: 10 Gallons / 37 Liters
Dimensions (L × W × H):
12.0" ×
15.0" ×
13.0"
30.5cm ×
38.1cm ×
33.0cm
Equipment List
- Salt: Seachem
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of aquarium is used in this setup?
The tank is a 10-gallon Innovative Marine NUVO Fusion Nano all-in-one aquarium.
What lighting system is used for this reef tank?
The lighting system is a NanoBox Reef Tide Plus, which is controlled by a Bluefish controller.
What is the purpose of the chiller in the system?
In this setup, an 80mm Enermax computer case fan is used as a chiller to help regulate the temperature of the water.
How is water circulation achieved in the tank?
Water circulation is facilitated by the stock NUVO Fusion return pump and a VorTech MP-10w QD pump.
What filtration system is utilized in this aquarium?
The filtration system includes an Innovative Marine AUQA Gadget Ghost Protein Skimmer and an InTank Media Basket filled with Poly Filter Floss, ROX 0.8 carbon, and GFO.
What dosing regimen is being followed for supplements?
The tank uses Bulk Reef Supply Dosers for dosing Seachem Reef Fusion two-part and Red Sea NO3:PO4-X.
What controller is used for managing the tank's systems?
A Neptune Systems Apex Jr. controller with an Energy Bar 4 is used to manage various systems in the aquarium.
What is the daily maintenance routine for this reef tank?
Daily maintenance includes scraping algae if needed (usually every three days), and feeding the tank once a day with a mix of pellets, Reef Roids, mysis shrimp, calanus shrimp, liquid phyto, Polyp-Booster, and Red Sea Energy A and B.
What weekly maintenance tasks are performed?
Weekly maintenance involves turkey basting the rocks and sand, changing the filter floss, performing a 2-gallon water change, and emptying/cleaning the protein skimmer cup.
How often is the media in the filtration system replaced?
Monthly maintenance includes siphoning out the rear chambers, cleaning the media basket, and replacing carbon and GFO.
What is the feeding strategy for the tank inhabitants?
The feeding strategy includes daily feeding of food pellets along with a mixture of more specialized foods, like Reef Roids and various types of shrimp.
How does nutrient control work in the reef tank?
Nutrient control is managed by using a combination of carbon dosing through Red Sea NO3:PO4-X, traditional carbon, GFO, and regular skimming to maintain low nitrate and phosphate levels while still supplying enough nutrients for the corals.
What is the recommended sand maintenance for the tank?
It is recommended to keep a shallow sand bed and to stir and vacuum it at least once a week.
What types of corals are kept in the aquarium?
This aquarium contains a variety of corals including Soft Corals (Zoanthids and Ricordea Mushrooms), LPS Corals (Hammer, Blasto, and Acan), and SPS Corals (Acropora and Montipora).
How do you manage coral health in the tank?
Maintaining coral health involves ensuring stability in water parameters, avoiding sudden changes, and addressing issues promptly, such as dipping corals when problems arise.
What fish species are currently in the tank?
The fish species include Orange Percula Clownfish, Green Banded Gobies, a Pink Streaked Wrasse, and a Leopard Toby Puffer.