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    Mp40 + cerith snail = burned magnet

    Hey guys just a heads up to everyone that has Vortech pumps I have burned through two magnets and was at a loss as to why until it happened the second time. Cerith snails as small enough to get through the HUGE gaps in the MP40's protective cage for the wet side. I found a snail wedged in the...
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    Ground or not to Ground

    Hey all, I noticed the other day while cleaning my tank I was getting a tingling sensation over a cut on my finger. Noted to myself that I was barefoot (doh) to complete a pathway to ground. I bought a voltmeter and found I had a Mag 9.5 pump that was leaking about 20V of charge, getting it...
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    Hello everyone!

    Hi all! Im setting up a new project in the west suburbs, 150gal, just bought some new LEDs for it from buildmyled.com. Had 150gallon tank prior to starting med school few years back, now that Im in a home for next several years can restart this awesome hobby. Used to get my stuff from inland...
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