Stunning 31-Gallon Reef Tank by Olys_Tank | Reef2Reef
Tank Specifications
Volume: 31 Gallons / 120 Liters
Dimensions (L × W × H):
47.2" ×
23.6" ×
19.7"
120.0cm ×
60.0cm ×
50.0cm
Equipment List
- Salt: Fauna Marin
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of salt mix should I use for my reef tank?
I recommend using a high-quality salt mix like Fauna Marin Professional Sea Salt, as it provides consistent salt quality and necessary trace elements.
What kind of rock is best to use in a reef tank?
Starting with Indonesian live rocks is ideal, as they provide beneficial bacteria and help in filtration. Make sure to cycle your tank with live rock to establish a healthy ecosystem.
What is the best substrate to use in a reef tank?
CaribSea Seaflor Special Grade is a good choice for a substrate, as it helps with water circulation while providing a habitat for beneficial organisms.
What equipment is essential for a healthy reef tank?
Essential equipment includes a good protein skimmer (like the Royal Exclusiv Bubble King), effective water circulation pumps (like Maxspect Gyre), quality lighting (such as ATI Hybrid T5 and LED), and reliable dosing systems for calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium.
How do I maintain proper water flow in my reef tank?
Using dual Maxspect Gyre pumps in alternating modes can create a turbulent water flow, which is crucial for coral health, mimicking natural marine environments.
What water parameters should I aim for in my reef tank?
Maintain a stable temperature around 77°F, a pH between 7.8 and 8.3, specific gravity at 1.0235, and keep nitrate (NO3) at 1-3 ppm, calcium (Ca) at 430 ppm, alkalinity (Alk) between 6.8 and 7.3 dKH, magnesium (Mg) between 1250-1350 ppm, and phosphate (PO4) between 0.04 and 0.08 ppm.
How should I dose calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium?
I use the Fauna Marin Balling Light system, dosing magnesium weekly or based on ICP results, alkalinity 24 times a day, and calcium 12 times during the light period for consistent stabilization.
How often should I feed my fish and corals?
Fish should be fed four times a day with a high-quality dry food mix, complemented with seaweed flakes and frozen foods like Mysis shrimp and fish eggs in the evening.
What additional supplements do you use for coral health?
I add Fauna Marin Bacto Energy, Min S, and Coral Vitality to support overall reef health and coral growth.
What is a typical maintenance routine for a reef tank?
Daily maintenance includes fish feeding and dosing Coral Vitality. Weekly, perform water changes, clean glass and protein skimmer. Annually, change the sandbed and cook the upper parts if needed to maintain cleanliness.
What is an effective export strategy to keep water quality high?
Implement a regular weekly water change, annual sandbed exchange, carbon dosing, and feed high-quality fish food that minimizes nutrient accumulation.