Phosguard vs GFO

[Rpbustillo]

Which one do you guys prefer over the other and why?

 

[dmolavi]

I use Phosguard because it doesn't require a reactor to operate (which is a big deal since my tank is a nano).

 

[Sniperhank]

After running GFO for some time I switched over to Phosguard. I like the phosguard better since it is easier to run. GFO needs to run 'at a small boil' to be effective and in high calcium environments quickly turns into a solid cake, where it is no longer effective.

 

[Rpbustillo]

After running GFO for some time I switched over to Phosguard. I like the phosguard better since it is easier to run. GFO needs to run 'at a small boil' to be effective and in high calcium environments quickly turns into a solid cake, where it is no longer effective.

Do you use yours in a reactor? I have GFO now, first time it the tank it covered everything in a dust and now it has turned into a brick :/

 

[Sniperhank]

I run a reactor.

 

[Rpbustillo]

I run a reactor.

Thanks for replying, do you have any problems with your zoas running the phosgaurd? I've read few things about some people having issues.

 

[Sniperhank]

Zoas are fine.

 

[amonk]

I run my GFO in a reactor. I mKe sure to run a couple gallons through it into a bucket to make sure all the fines are out. So far no problems and only minor algae outbreaks when I slack off on water changes and replacing the GFO.

And yes you have to adjust the flow on the reactor so the GFO barely but constantly moves. I find it was east to adjust it while I am letting it rinse the fines out.

There is a good video on the brs site showing how to do this.


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[Rpbustillo]

I run my GFO in a reactor. I mKe sure to run a couple gallons through it into a bucket to make sure all the fines are out. So far no problems and only minor algae outbreaks when I slack off on water changes and replacing the GFO.

And yes you have to adjust the flow on the reactor so the GFO barely but constantly moves. I find it was east to adjust it while I am letting it rinse the fines out.

There is a good video on the brs site showing how to do this.


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It's not algae issues in the DT I'm trying to take care of, it's just trying to help my sps out as much as possible. I have the reactor tuned pretty well, I'm going to try and run a little more media this time to see if it helps my issues.

 

[Iceman72]

I prefer GFO. For me I saw a difference almost overnight. I picked up phosguard and never saw a difference. So I dumped it and went back to GFO. Btw I'm even using generic eBay GFO. It works amazing. I use it in a reactor BTW.

 

[Gregcoyote]

I followed the video instructions from BRS to the letter and my GFO always clumped to the point it wouldn't tumble no matter how much pump pressure. I like GFO even though it's a mess to work with. Can't cure the tumble issue. Even mixed in charcoal and it would seize up even then

 

[Iceman72]

It's odd everyone I see that mentions GFO says they got it from BRS. My question to you guys is why do you keep supporting the product? I have some great off brand GFO and have yet to have any clumping issues in my reactor. Makes me wonder.

 

[Iceman72]

Here is the one I use.

 

[amonk]

I use it cause I get a good price on it being a preferred reefer, as well as participating in group buys. Also doesn't hurt I live within 10 miles of the warehouse so no delivery. As far as the GFO clumping up on me. I have yet to have it happen bd enough that it stops working. I usually just dial it in while it is rinsing and let it go. I have run it with carbon together and I had really good results as well.

If you don't mind me asking how much is the GFO you use? Any way to cut costs without cutting reliability is helpful.


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[Iceman72]

I paid $17 shipped for a pound.

 

[Rpbustillo]

I just cleans my reactor and added more GFO than before, I'm getting much better movement without all the dust I was getting before. I'll keep running it and update what I find out.

 

[mike.doyle]

GFO clumping

I have personally never had any issue with BRS GFO clumping I use the high capacity stuff and regenerate it after use. GFO is supposed to be rinsed at least once a week in the reactor by turning the inlet valve to it highest setting for just a couple of secounds to rinse the GFO this should help with the clumping issues.

 

[Sniperhank]

The bad clumping issues are made worse in high calcium environments where it literally becomes a patty in a weeks time.