• Can someone explain to me what is needed to set up a marine aquarium?

  • Jacqueline6670

There is so much equipment for sale that it won't all fit in the apartment; there are different names, and according to the sellers, everything is necessary. But what can we limit ourselves to, what is really essential? Ideally without fanaticism, because I saw some filter that costs more than my car. ))))) It's too much; are there simpler options?

Danny

The cost of a marine aquarium is 8-10 killed raccoons per liter of aquarium capacity (on average).

Kristen1161

The issue is not so much about the cost as it is about the equipment. From what I've read, I still don't understand what is actually needed and what isn't. Almost everywhere, the information is vague and lacks specifics. Some sources mention the need for a certain type of streamer, but it's unclear what it does. In other places, they talk about foamers... If I keep reading like this, I'll end up with a list of 20 different devices, each costing between $500 and $1000, which seems off to me.

Joseph

I am still a young sailor, but I will allow myself to ask what volume you are aiming for.

Christine864

The book Reef Aquarium by Ov A., Savchuk S. is the first purchase.

Denise

To start with 40 liters. Anyway, the first time nothing will work out, and it will be a mess for half a year; then, when I figure things out a bit, I'll move on to 110 liters.

Anne4851

Then the topic of comrade "Kent" and he himself will most likely help you.

Amy

Do you really need to pour distillate and add all the trace elements artificially?

Christopher3770

Take 110L right away, or better yet, a ready-made system, and everything will work out. Start small, then go bigger, bigger... money down the drain. It's better to mix in osmosis.

Erin

They are all already in a pack or a bucket with salt, all that is left is to properly mix the salt and osmotic water.

Leslie

What is osmosis? Is it the only thing needed or is there something else?

Mario

It's just purified water, that is, water passed through filters, practically a distillate. It would really be good for you to read about the marine topic.

Diana8604

I still can't find anything specific, there's a lot of information and everything is unclear.

Tonya

For osmosis

James5032

That's right, this is not a bland aquarium, and not everything goes as written, and there are no clear instructions, only an algorithm of actions; everything else is like with shamans. Just take a look, but keep in mind it was written a long time ago, yet the principle remains.

Karen81

2101, hello, fellow! Check out my thread about setting up a 35x35x35 cm aquarium; a lot will become clear. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, I'll help as much as I can. PS: By the way, I'm selling the aquarium; I want to increase the volume, selling it completely with all the equipment and livestock.

Alyssa6727

You were clearly told - the book is "Riff Aquarium" by Savchuk. After that, ask questions. To avoid confusing yourself and others, buy a device like the Resun DMS-400 aquarium (48 liters) for about 1000, or the Resun DMS-500PL aquarium (72 liters) for 1500, and practice. Or at least familiarize yourself with the topic and ask specific questions. And immediately prepare the money, at least: 1. aquarium 1500, 2. salt 200, 3. live rocks 1500 - 2000, 4. livestock 2000, 5. pump 200, 6. tests and various other items 500. And so on. It will be approximately 7000 - 8000.

Danielle

Setting up a marine aquarium is not as easy as buying a donkey... Sorry for the joke. 8000 is the price for a successful start, and then you'll need to acquire some additional equipment without which life as a marine aquarist becomes complicated. For example, UV sterilizers, suitable lighting, protein skimmers, etc. In short, it's not a cheap hobby. However, this is how dedication to the marine cause is tested. If money is tight or there are forces that hinder progress, it's better to abandon this idea and never return to it, even in thought.

Shane

Off-topic, but if a person has a DREAM, how can they "...never return to it, even in thoughts"? Dreaming isn't harmful, is it? And of course, it’s necessary to read. In my opinion, one of the best topics for launching the sea is -

Daniel8015

A dream can be turned into reality. You just need to want it strongly enough so that it doesn't remain a dream forever. You simply need to find the "hidden reserves" within yourself, and not everyone will be able to do that.

Justin

As it was said in a famous movie, "You need to have two wives. One for this, and the other for that..." One aquarium is 100% a problem. You also need a quarantine tank. Everything will be fine and beautiful, and then you drop a new coral on the rock and plop it into the aquarium, only to find aiptasia, planaria, and who knows what other nastiness on it. And immediately a new topic arises - "How to treat it, how to get rid of it, etc." The same goes for fish.