what do you guys think about this?? - Aquarium Advice

krap101 · 07-12-2006, 11:51 PM

http://www.lgsonic.com/LG%20SONIC%20EN/En%20home.htm
its an ultrasonic thingy to kill algae

Lonewolfblue · 07-13-2006, 12:08 AM

I sent an email to see if the smallest one can be used for aquarium use, lol. Says 10x10 area, but would like to know if smaller areas are ok to use it in. And the cost, lol.

Alshain · 07-13-2006, 12:11 AM

Maybe if we ask about it enough, they will make an aquarium sized version.

Lonewolfblue · 07-13-2006, 12:12 AM

yup, lol

MattAquaBio · 07-13-2006, 12:12 AM

i dunno lol i may just be skeptic but i dont believe it works that well, and even if it did i'd still be skeptical about using it with my fish for side effects it may have on them. But i guess i'm also a nervous ned when it comes to my fish though.

flamingonhot · 07-13-2006, 01:23 AM

OH yeah sure, bet that thing works. Sorry but that pic doesn't prove anything. Ponds and lakes can change like that in a week alone. Around here the lakes will all get like that then it'll clear up for a few months. Also it could of been taken while in spring when the water's going through the " back up cycle" and all that wonderful stuff is being churned up and algae is blooming.

Maybe it actually does work but I can't seem to believe it much.

Lonewolfblue · 07-15-2006, 10:22 PM

Well, I got a response from the email I sent. Here it is:

Quote:

Dear Mr. Jeffrey Koski,

We received your inquiry asking about our LG Sonic SSS unit:

Can this device be used in a smaller area than the 10x10? How about Aquarium use? What is the cost of the device?

Yes, the device can be used in a smaller area. How big is your aquarium? The transponder measures about 5.25" in length and 2.3" in diameter. In a 50 gallon aquarium, it would probably be a bit much, but you definitely wouldn't have any algae!

The pricing of the different units is as follows:

Pricing for LG Sonic Units:

Cable Power Coverage

Range Length Max. Area Max.

Model Price Meters Meters Watts Acres

SSS $ 795 10 10 20 0.04

Pool $1095 50* 10 30 0.95

Tank $1195 30 10 30 0.34

XL $1995 100 17 45 3.8

XXL $2595 150 17 25 8.5

*assumes chlorinated pool.

Shipping, handling and insurance will be $30 to $32, depending on the unit ordered.

The unit will work in your saltwater tank and you will be pleased with the results. Allow about 120 hours for the ultrasound to kill the algae in your system.

Please follow the link below to our South Santee Aquaculture, Inc. site that discusses the installation instructions.

http://www.southsantee.com/algae_con..._pond_SSS.html

Other information on this exciting advance in algae control technology can be found at www.southsantee.com and our new division's web site at www.algaecontrol.us . We are the US Distributors of LG Sonic products. We are currently establishing a US dealer network, but do not have one currently in your area, so please deal with directly. We will keep you in our mailing list and when we establish an dealer in your area, we will inform you.

You may contact us by any of the following means:

info@algaecontrol.us ........... for general questions

sales@algaecontrol.us .......... for questions regarding pricing

waterworks@algaecontrol.us ..... for industrial applications

admin@algaecontrol.us .......... for prospective dealers

AlgaeControl.us......843-209-1141 (Monday through Saturday 8a.m. - 8p.m. EST)

We accept payment by credit card (Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover) by phone. We also accept company and personal checks; however, units will not be shipped until check clears.

When you call, please help us save time by having specific questions prepared. Thank You!

Best Regards,

David Hutchinson
VP Sales/Marketing
843-209-1141
AlgaeControl.us
Division of South Santee Aquaculture, Inc.
USA
david@algaecontrol.us

Edit:
I asked a few more questions. Will let you know the response I get.

toddnbecka · 07-15-2006, 11:20 PM

Hmm, $800+ to control algae? I think I'll stick with my BN pleco.

Lonewolfblue · 07-16-2006, 12:37 AM

Yup, it's not cheap, lol. I know I can't afford it....

Jchillin · 07-16-2006, 09:18 AM

LOL...good work LWB, at least most of the mystery is gone. At those prices, I'll stick with what I have.

07-12-2006, 11:51 PM	#1
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07-13-2006, 12:08 AM	#2
Lonewolfblue Planted Geek Community Mentor Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 7,871 Images: 7	I sent an email to see if the smallest one can be used for aquarium use, lol. Says 10x10 area, but would like to know if smaller areas are ok to use it in. And the cost, lol. __________________ 26G Medium Planted Community - 65W CF Lighting - Emperor 280 Bio-Wheel - Established Feb 2004 55G Aggressive Community - Filstar XP3 - Established Dec 2005 75G Heavily Planted - Pressurized CO2, 520W Lighting, Filstar XP3 with spraybar - Established Feb 2006 29G Planted - 130W Lighting, Filstar XP2 with spraybar - Established May 2006 5 10G Tanks - Various setups - Tanks Established May-Sep 2006. 3 currently empty. 5.5G Crypt/Java Fern Tank - Established Oct 2006 My 29G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=78469 My 75G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=70764 My 75G Makeover Thread: http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=87691

07-13-2006, 12:11 AM	#3
Alshain Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Tyler, TX Posts: 807 Images: 4	Maybe if we ask about it enough, they will make an aquarium sized version. __________________ Remember to vote For AA! 55 Gallon Planted Tank

07-13-2006, 12:12 AM	#4
Lonewolfblue Planted Geek Community Mentor Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 7,871 Images: 7	yup, lol __________________ 26G Medium Planted Community - 65W CF Lighting - Emperor 280 Bio-Wheel - Established Feb 2004 55G Aggressive Community - Filstar XP3 - Established Dec 2005 75G Heavily Planted - Pressurized CO2, 520W Lighting, Filstar XP3 with spraybar - Established Feb 2006 29G Planted - 130W Lighting, Filstar XP2 with spraybar - Established May 2006 5 10G Tanks - Various setups - Tanks Established May-Sep 2006. 3 currently empty. 5.5G Crypt/Java Fern Tank - Established Oct 2006 My 29G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=78469 My 75G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=70764 My 75G Makeover Thread: http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=87691

07-13-2006, 01:23 AM	#6
flamingonhot Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: nekoosa,wisconsin Posts: 592 Images: 2	OH yeah sure, bet that thing works. Sorry but that pic doesn't prove anything. Ponds and lakes can change like that in a week alone. Around here the lakes will all get like that then it'll clear up for a few months. Also it could of been taken while in spring when the water's going through the " back up cycle" and all that wonderful stuff is being churned up and algae is blooming. Maybe it actually does work but I can't seem to believe it much. __________________ I'm tired of getting pointless messages. If your going to start a conversation or ask me something, keep up with it.

07-13-2006, 12:12 AM	#5
MattAquaBio Aquarium Advice Activist Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: north Georgia Posts: 199	i dunno lol i may just be skeptic but i dont believe it works that well, and even if it did i'd still be skeptical about using it with my fish for side effects it may have on them. But i guess i'm also a nervous ned when it comes to my fish though.

07-15-2006, 11:20 PM	#8
toddnbecka Aquarium Advice FINatic Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Cumberland, MD Posts: 750	Hmm, $800+ to control algae? I think I'll stick with my BN pleco.

07-16-2006, 12:37 AM	#9
Lonewolfblue Planted Geek Community Mentor Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Posts: 7,871 Images: 7	Yup, it's not cheap, lol. I know I can't afford it.... __________________ 26G Medium Planted Community - 65W CF Lighting - Emperor 280 Bio-Wheel - Established Feb 2004 55G Aggressive Community - Filstar XP3 - Established Dec 2005 75G Heavily Planted - Pressurized CO2, 520W Lighting, Filstar XP3 with spraybar - Established Feb 2006 29G Planted - 130W Lighting, Filstar XP2 with spraybar - Established May 2006 5 10G Tanks - Various setups - Tanks Established May-Sep 2006. 3 currently empty. 5.5G Crypt/Java Fern Tank - Established Oct 2006 My 29G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=78469 My 75G Thread : http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=70764 My 75G Makeover Thread: http://www.aquariumadvice.com/viewtopic.php?t=87691

07-16-2006, 09:18 AM	#10
Jchillin Aquarium Advice Addict Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: New York, NY (The Big Apple) Posts: 12,976 Images: 47	LOL...good work LWB, at least most of the mystery is gone. At those prices, I'll stick with what I have. __________________ _________________________________

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