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Post by billg71 on Jun 2, 2012 19:47:28 GMT -5
I've read tons of info on filters, UV sterilizers and the like and how much water is flowing through the system is critical is to it's effectiveness. But I've not seen any references to a real-time method of measuring that flow. I've seen some references to putting the output tube into a bucket and timing how long it takes to fill but that seems a little clunky for the 21st century... So I went to Amazon and did a quick search, came up with this: TOM Aquarium Flow Meter (measures 50gph to 250gph flow rate) . There's also a version that measures 200-500 gph for you big-tank enthusiasts. For the cost it seems like a real no-brainer but I haven't run across a mention of anything like this anywhere on the reference sites and forums I've been reading for the last couple of weeks.... Am I missing something? I just ordered one but it'll be a few weeks until I get a chance to use it, I'm dry-starting the tank. So I'd welcome info from anyone who's used one of these or something similar. TIA, Bill
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Post by Carl on Jun 3, 2012 17:26:37 GMT -5
This seems like a good idea, assuming accuracy much easier than "clocking" like I usually perform.
I also did not know "Tom" was still in business, as most of their distributors have gone "belly up" in the last few years.
Carl
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Post by billg71 on Jun 3, 2012 20:12:30 GMT -5
Carl, I'll check it with a bucket and the iPhone when things get up and running and let you know how it checks out. With all the industrial processes that are critically dependent on flow control, I'm amazed that it's relatively unheard of in the aquatics field. Maybe I should OEM a bunch and put a fancy label on them along with a 500% markup? Best, Bill
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Post by Carl on Jun 4, 2012 10:10:56 GMT -5
Maybe so.
IMO, these not need be too accurate, as the purpose for most measurements is to get a general idea of flow, not exact numbers. So it is hard to go wrong unless these are very inaccurate
Carl
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