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Vertex RX4 Calcium Reactor

Vertex RX Series Calcium Reactors
Stable parameters are the key to a successful Reefscape. Calcium, being utilized by a myriad variety of oceanic life forms, including corals and crustaceans, is amongst the most important of these parameters. As the fifth most abundant ion found in natural saltwater, it is absolutely critical that Calcium is kept as a constant. One of the greatest apparatuses we have at our disposal to maintain this parameter is the Calcium Reactor. By dissolving Aragonite-based mediums down to their basic elements, Calcium Reactors allow for a continuous influx of calcium into the system. Vertex™ RX-Series Calcium Reactors now bring this potent tool home to you with all the features and qualities you need at values you can easily afford.

Efficient and Easy to Use
Designed for maximum capability, Vertex™ RX-Series Calcium Reactors feature an advanced recirculating chamber design, allowing for extremely proficient use of media and CO2.

A large bubble counter makes for easy visibility and effortless adjustments. Fine tuning of flow/effluent is also straightforward with the high quality Vertex™ Needle Valve included with each reactor.

Vertex™ RX-Series Calcium Reactors utilize the exclusive Gas Stable Use (GSU) concept to aggressively dissolve CO2, recycle unused CO2, and extract only reduced CO2 effluent. As a result, Vertex™ RX-Series Calcium Reactors are more efficient than other available designs.

Robust Construction
Vertex™ RX-Series Calcium Reactors are made to last; being assembled only with high-grade cast acrylic and heavy-duty PVC parts. All Vertex™ products are rigorously tested for safety, efficiency and reliability.

Exclusive Features

Advanced reverse-flow design
All John Guest fittings
Precision Vertex™ Needle Valve
Large bubble counter
Onboard pH probe port
Quick-Lock lids
CO2 dissolution chamber prior to main reaction chamber
Excess CO2 recycling system
Output CO2 reduction module
Phosphate reduction chamber
Easily disassembled for maintenance

Specifications

Footprint 11" x 9½"
Height 22"
Pump 21W
Primary Media Chamber 14” x 4” Diameter
Phosphate Media Chamber 7” x 3” Diameter
Rated up to 180 gal

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17 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent!

You Would Not Believe! by ROGER BECKMAN

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 4/18/2009 from Fresno, CA UNITED STATES

Comments: I have not set this up yet, but I have to let you all know what I think of it. This is by far the best thing I have seen since sliced bread. The unit is so well made that it is the best on the market. I had another custom unit that I ordered and I was so unhappy with and it was more than $300.00 more than this unit. This Vertex RX4 is a very quality piece of equipment that I am just blown away. I just do not see how this company can produce a product this well at this price. On top all that, Marine Depot sent it to me with no sales tax and free shipping. Thanks Marine Depot, Your my only source for everything I own for my 400 Gallon Reef!
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

Excellent!

Incredible value by sdheath - CTARS.org

Experience Level: Intermediate

Posted on 6/20/2009 from SIMSBURY, CT UNITED STATES

Comments: Have had this set up for about a month now. First of all, the quality of materials and construction is excellent. It came with no assembly instructions, but fortunately there are some good pictures on the net so it wasn't difficult to figure out. Initially the pump made a ton of noise, but a phone call was all it took to get it quickly replaced and now it's fine. The included needle valve makes fine adjustment of the effluent very easy. The extra chamber for GFO is nice to have since I have little real estate inside my stand.
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

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