The Bio Cube 29 Information Thread

[22engine]

Originally Posted by Lessa99

Hey Friends, I am in the process of building my biocube stand, so it shouldn't be too terrible long before I get everything else up and running!

My main question is, what can I use on the splash guard to my it clear again?!? It is really foggy and Im wondering if there is a product that I can use to buff out the foggy look...?

All help is appreciated!

Thanks Friends,

Lessa

Try a vinegar and water solution

[Masoniac]

I heard that model get hot and you need a chiller

[22engine]

Originally Posted by Masoniac

I heard that model get hot and you need a chiller

A small clip on fan blowing across the top of the water is usually enough. Audiew on here I'm sure will chime in he has one

[Convict2161]

It can run hot but so can the regular BC. I had to float frozen bottles of water in my tank one day and that was with the AC on. Those little tanks are great as I have one but you need to mindful of the heat.

[Masoniac]

Originally Posted by Convict2161

It can run hot but so can the regular BC. I had to float frozen bottles of water in my tank one day and that was with the AC on. Those little tanks are great as I have one but you need to mindful of the heat.

I'm looking into the JBJ 28gallon nano cube quad power compact bulb aquarium it comes with a 105 watt bulb

[Audiew]

Originally Posted by Masoniac

I heard that model get hot and you need a chiller

I haven't had any issues with over heating. My AC is on 75 degrees. My tank is at 79. I leave a fan on in the room at all times and never have had an issue with overheating. Overall a great product, one thing I will say is that you basically just have an on off switch and I want to be able to replicate sun up, sun down, and lunar. So if you wanna be able to do that then its not the best option, but overall works great and my coral have really responded well to the light so I'm satisfied.

[TLTGF]

Anyone with an MP10 on the cube... What mode do you have your's set too? I tried the short pulse to get the wave which did bread without the return pump on, but it seems that my return disrupts any patterns that I'm trying to create.

[Convict2161]

Originally Posted by TLTGF

Anyone with an MP10 on the cube... What mode do you have your's set too? I tried the short pulse to get the wave which did bread without the return pump on, but it seems that my return disrupts any patterns that I'm trying to create.

MP10 here! I have it set to lagoon mode at 70% everything is doing well. The MP is located on left side if looking at tank, and about half way down the tank. Been set like that for about 2-3 months now and I love it and apparently my corals and fish do too!!

Best thing I've bought for the tank!! Well almost the best thing lol. Love my fish and corals.

[TLTGF]

So your's is on the same side as return... Interesting.

[AquaTricia]

I'm butting in. I read the whole thread and understand everything but one issue. I have the JBJ 28 gallon compact. Someone mentioned knocking out the bottom of the sump with a screwdriver. Am I understanding this? I vacuum the sump every month, but the area beneath the sump is full of particulates that I can't get to to vacuum. If I do get it knocked out, will the filter basket fit properly or will I have to jury rig it and the skimmer, too, so that they don't slide too deep?

[Convict2161]

Originally Posted by TLTGF

So your's is on the same side as return... Interesting.

Yes it's on the same size. Here's an old video of my tank with the MP10 but I've changed the mode and have added and changed around corals.

[Convict2161]

Originally Posted by AquaTricia

I'm butting in. I read the whole thread and understand everything but one issue. I have the JBJ 28 gallon compact. Someone mentioned knocking out the bottom of the sump with a screwdriver. Am I understanding this? I vacuum the sump every month, but the area beneath the sump is full of particulates that I can't get to to vacuum. If I do get it knocked out, will the filter basket fit properly or will I have to jury rig it and the skimmer, too, so that they don't slide too deep?

Of inTank makes the media basket, fuge etc for your tank the jbj nano then your gonna wanna knock out the false floors.

I just hit the chambers with a turkey baster when I do water changes. But my DT is always clear.

[TLTGF]

Originally Posted by Convict2161

Yes it's on the same size. Here's an old video of my tank with the MP10 but I've changed the mode and have added and changed around corals.

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09-18-2012, 07:07 AM	#114
Lessa99 Aquarium Advice Regular   Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 53	Well, so far I haven't really gotten my "build" off the ground! Between working full time and taking full time classes, I am beat. Maybe it is because of lack of sleep, but I can not figure out how to build my stand! My measurements always end up being off! I am not a super handy dude, but am learning as I go! If anyone can help me come up with some concrete PLANS or INSTRUCTIONS to help me build this stand, I would be most grateful! Thanks Friends! __________________

09-19-2012, 06:43 PM	#115
Lessa99 Aquarium Advice Regular   Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 53	Is there no skilled craftsmen in here? I have seen some beautiful stands built here, so can I get some help?!? __________________

09-19-2012, 08:11 PM	#116
Convict2161 Aquarium Advice Addict     Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 14,818	Originally Posted by Lessa99 Is there no skilled craftsmen in here? I have seen some beautiful stands built here, so can I get some help?!? Sorry I just bought the stock stand and it was already put together from the store. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] "When creating an aqua scape, strive for the beauty of imperfection, as its art and there is no wrong or right, it's left open for interpretation" James Findley

09-19-2012, 08:46 PM	#117
Lessa99 Aquarium Advice Regular   Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 53	I would do that as I have already spent a lot on supplies, but I can't find the stand anywhere local, and the shipping would kill me... I may have to just do it though if none of the craftsmen can help me out! __________________

09-19-2012, 08:53 PM	#118
Convict2161 Aquarium Advice Addict     Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 14,818	I wish I could help. I know the dimensions are. Double door BioCube 29 Stand (approx. 21 1/4 " x 20-1/2" x 28-3/4" high) Some 2x4's and plywood, wood stain and your off to a good start. Make some shelves and door? Can't be too hard. If your not a real good DIY kinds guy a home depot will cut all wood to specs. Just a thought. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] "When creating an aqua scape, strive for the beauty of imperfection, as its art and there is no wrong or right, it's left open for interpretation" James Findley

09-19-2012, 09:31 PM	#119
Lessa99 Aquarium Advice Regular   Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 53	Cool, thanks for the dimensions of the stand Convict, since Im having all my problems with measuring, I think Ill round them all up to full inch marks! __________________

09-20-2012, 07:07 AM	#120
Convict2161 Aquarium Advice Addict     Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 14,818	Originally Posted by Lessa99 Cool, thanks for the dimensions of the stand Convict, since Im having all my problems with measuring, I think Ill round them all up to full inch marks! Glad I could help! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] "When creating an aqua scape, strive for the beauty of imperfection, as its art and there is no wrong or right, it's left open for interpretation" James Findley

[Lessa99]

Well, so far I haven't really gotten my "build" off the ground! Between working full time and taking full time classes, I am beat. Maybe it is because of lack of sleep, but I can not figure out how to build my stand! My measurements always end up being off! I am not a super handy dude, but am learning as I go!

If anyone can help me come up with some concrete PLANS or INSTRUCTIONS to help me build this stand, I would be most grateful!

Thanks Friends!

[Lessa99]

Is there no skilled craftsmen in here? I have seen some beautiful stands built here, so can I get some help?!?

[Convict2161]

Originally Posted by Lessa99

Is there no skilled craftsmen in here? I have seen some beautiful stands built here, so can I get some help?!?

Sorry I just bought the stock stand and it was already put together from the store.

[Lessa99]

I would do that as I have already spent a lot on supplies, but I can't find the stand anywhere local, and the shipping would kill me... I may have to just do it though if none of the craftsmen can help me out!

[Convict2161]

I wish I could help. I know the dimensions are.

Double door BioCube 29 Stand (approx. 21 1/4 " x 20-1/2" x 28-3/4" high)

Some 2x4's and plywood, wood stain and your off to a good start. Make some shelves and door?

Can't be too hard. If your not a real good DIY kinds guy a home depot will cut all wood to specs.

Just a thought.

[Lessa99]

Cool, thanks for the dimensions of the stand Convict, since Im having all my problems with measuring, I think Ill round them all up to full inch marks!

[Convict2161]

Originally Posted by Lessa99

Cool, thanks for the dimensions of the stand Convict, since Im having all my problems with measuring, I think Ill round them all up to full inch marks!

Glad I could help!