Aquarium Contollers

[Richardwm]

Im not sure if im posting in the right place but here goes nothing.\

i have been working with aquariums for about 3 yr now. i have only just recently went planted and i love it. i have done saltwater aquariums and i love the option of the aquarium controller because it helps buffer any risk. i was wondering if any one has came accross an aquarium controller that has the basic tempature ph and led dimming capabilities. i have looked at the apex controllers but for the price i am getting options that i just dont need and to get the jr or lite it would cost the same when you add the requiered add on moduales. if any one has any insight on this topic please let me know.

 

[Brian_Nano12g]

I don't know much about controllers, but apex can run a pretty penny.

Depending on compatibility of your lights, I know Current-USA is about to release a Ramp Timer Pro.

But if you want more control over other aspects of your tank, not just lighting, there's DIY threads on Arduino I've seen in the Planted Tank forum. I get lost when looking at the coding involved... But if you care to learn it or are already tech savvy enough for it, it's an inexpensive and highly customizable alternative.

http://www.arduino.cc

Here's one thread on DIY Arduino project:
http://www.plantedtank.net/forums/showthread.php?t=391265


Here's another product I've gotten word about... looks like for lights only though.
http://aquarium-led-controller.com/product/bluefish-led-controller/