Aquarium Equipment
Product Review: New products and technology in the marine and reef aquarium hobby
The first 6 months of 2009 have been one of the most exciting periods for the release of new reef aquarium products.
Feature Article: Heat Transfer in Aquariums Part 1 - Basic Theory
In Part 1 of this article, we go over the basics of heat transfer theory as applied to aquariums.
Feature Article: Environmental Stability: Nature v. Aquarium: Photosynthetically Active Radiation, Ultraviolet Radiation, Dissolved Oxygen, and ORP, Part 2
We'll resume our discussion of various physical parameters beginning with Photosynthetically Active Radiation, or PAR, followed by UV Radiation, Dissolved Oxygen, and finally ORP.
Beginner's Column: Water Circulation
It is vitally important that we supply our critters with water that is constantly well oxygenated through aeration and or circulation.
Product Review: New Electronic Ballasts - Lumatek, Galaxy and Vertex
This article reviews the new series of electronic ballasts recently introduced by Lumatek, Sunlight Supply - Galaxy Electronic Ballasts, and Proline's Vertex electronic ballasts.
Feature Article: A Different Look at Lighting: Effects of Prolonged Photoperiod, Spectral Quality, and Light Dosage
Some reef aquaria 'experts' have suggested that we understand all we need to know about lighting of reef aquaria. This article will suggest otherwise.
Product Review: T5 Fluorescent Lamps: UV Lighting's 'Super Actinic,' 'Actinic White,' and 'Aquasun' High Output T5 Lamps
This month we'll begin an examination of T5 fluorescent lamps in general and then scrutinize several lamps manufactured by UV Lighting Company.
Feature Article: A Look at "Mysterious Clam Deaths"
James gives us an overview of some of the things that can kill tridacnids, most of which aren't so mysterious.
Product Review: Analyzing Reflectors: Lumenbrite III, Lumenmax Elite, Lumenmax, and Lumenarc III
Reflector design for reef aquariums has improved considerably allowing for more efficient use of light. With these reflectors we can now light reef aquarium with fewer lamps, get deeper light penetration over larger areas.
Feature Article: The Development of a Method for the Quantitative Evaluation of Protein Skimmer Performance
Department of Chemistry, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. Protein skimmers have become indispensable for many aquarists who strive to maintain the high water quality necessary to keep stony corals.
Feature Article: How to Make Corals Colorful, Part One: New Information, With Particular Attention to Blue-Green Fluorescent Pigments
Light intensity and its spectral characteristics play important parts in promotion of coral coloration.
Feature Article: The Best Lamp Is...
Recent research has suggested a 'best lamp' - but some caveats exist!
Equipment Review: Time For Conductivity
This article is an intervention of sorts, at least when it comes to simplifying one key aspect of the marine aquarium hobby - salinity (or specific gravity) testing.
Product Review: Products of the 20th Marine Aquarium Conference of North America in Atlanta, Georgia
American innovation and advancements in nearly every kind of product one can imagine, this year's MACNA offered attendees a wealth of new marine and reef aquarium products to gawk at and enjoy.
Product Review: VorTech MP 40 W
If I sound enthusiastic about this product it is because I am. Over the years I've seen all kinds of equipment come and go, but in my judgment, Vortech pumps are here to stay.
Product Review: Spectral Analysis of 400 Watt Mogul Metal Halide Lamps: Ushio 14000K, Icecap 400W Series, Elios 10000K
This article presents the last of the 400W mogul lamps tested.
Product Showcase: Marineland's Revolutionary 'Marine Series' is Exceeding Expectations
Marine Series is an unprecedented line of aquarium equipment that allows you to create your ultimate aquatic showcase.
Product Review: Maxi Jet Utility Pumps 1100, 1800 and 3000
The Maxi Jet line has finally been revamped to include more powerful models known as the Maxi Jet Utility (MJU) pumps.
Feature Article: Spectral Analysis of 150 Watt DE Lamps: Giesmann, Icecap, Iwasaki and Elos
Sanjay continues his analysis of the 150 Watt DE Lamps.
Product Review: Kill-A-Watt Electricity Meter And Suggestions to Reduce Power Consumption
This power-shaving game can get rather addictive once we're motivated by seeing our power utility bill drop month-by-month.
