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Aqua C released the RX-1 Calcium reactor back in December 2007. Since then it has been getting mixed reviews, however we didn’t pick it up when it was released. Specs include: - 8.25″ x 9″ footprint, 16″ tall, Giant media chamber, Reverse flow, Recirculating CO2, pH probe holder, Eheim 1250 pump, JG fittings throughout., Sch. 80 PVC and unions throughout, Large union lid for quick and easy media addition, abdSMC valve for precise effluent control. Retails for $429.

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Since other recent Tunze pricing has been released it is fitting for the last non controllable new Tunze stream 2 pump to get a rumored price point. Hitting the United States at $270 and pushing a full 3,170 GPH, a full 1,000 GPH higher then the 6065 series while still only using 24 watts. For aquariums up to 528 gallons. Now, if we could only get pricing on the 6105 (3,434 GPH), 6205 (5,811 GPH) and 6305 (7,925 GPH) which are all controllable, we would be real happy campers.

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The reefkeeper elite manual in draft form has been posted. You can view it here (warning PDF link). The whole guide is about 37 pages, but it gives you a good idea of how many features this new unit packs. Now if we could only get a sample unit to arrive at our doorstep.

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Continuing with the Tunze Turbelle Stream 2 preorder madness, the 6085 series which is not controllable (the 6105, 6205, and 6205 are conrollable) should hit America at or around $202. The 6085 comes with your standard Tunze design (pictured), featuring the ultra cool .74 thickness maximum for glass or acrylic tanks. Pushing 2,113 GPH and sipping only 14 watts, your corals are bound to love the flow this pump delivers. For aquariums up to 265 gallons.

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Seems some internet retailers can’t wait to take pre-orders of the new Tunze Turbelle stream 2 pump. The 6065 (pictured) is rumored to hit the states at or around the $160 price point, pushing 1717 GPH and only using 12 watts. Thats not a bad deal considering the magnet will support itself up to .74 thick glass. For aquariums from 66 to 211gallons.

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We know what your thinking, how can you add a little light to your aquarium with a submersible LED lighting system? EcoSystem aquarium has you all taken care of with their new fully submersible LED light strip. Avaiable in 4 colors including Moonlight Blue, white, red and blue. Comes with a 10′ power cord and built in air stone if you dare and of course suction cups. If you do decide to put this in your reef tank, do us all a favor and don’t opt for the air stone connection.

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Back in April we confirmed that Euro Reef was working on some sort of hang on the back protein skimmer. They said that they were basically putting that on the shelf for another project to be finished first. The other project apparently was the nano skimmer seen above. They also are in the beta phase right now and this should be available later this year. Rumor is price should hit retail between $60-$119.

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Coral Energizer is a special blend made just for Ricordea, Zoanthids, soft corals (Alcyonacea) and leather corals (Sarcophyton sp.) Coral Energizer contains a high-quality mixture of nutrients and minerals, various marine algae, bio-polymers, proteinogenic amino acids such as arginine, glycine, leucine, niacin, riboflavin, omega-3 fatty acids and Cyclop-Eeze with at least 3000 ppm Astaxanthene, vital minerals and anhydrous trace elements. Available in Europe only of course. Shipping can’t be that bad can it?

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Preis released a nano starter kit which includes sea salt, gravel material, starter for bacterial colonization and minerals for nano aquariums of up to 65 litters (17 Gallons). No idea on price, but your most likely going to have to live in Germany or Europe to get this product. Another picture after the jump!

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Rod’s Frozen Food has been famous in the Chicago area for many years, thankfully he branched out and starting selling across the United States. He just released a herbivore blend that is geared to your green eaters in your saltwater aquarium with Broccoli, carrot, seaweed, baby spinach, freshly harvest rotifers and brine shrimp, your tangs should love it. Available at select local fish stores in Chicago and online. Retails for about $20. Click the read link for a full ingredient list.

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Visi-therm the ever popular aquarium heaters have refreshed products coming down the pipeline. Up first is the new shock resistant quartz that will make up every new model and including heater guard to provide “both thermal and mechanical protection”. In addition to that change they now offer a 400 watt model which ups their heater product count to 9. Expect this to be avaiable later this year.

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Using tap water should get a whole lot easier, Caribsea released D-Chor-it which is said to clean your tap water of chlorine and chloramine including heavy metals like copper and raising alkalinity as well. Arriving in 3 flavors 8oz, 16oz and the hefty 1 gallon. Ask your local fish store or online retailer about availability.

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Caribsea was busy releasing products which we didn’t pick up until now. AmmoBuster Extreme is your cure all product said to eliminate ammonia, chlorine and chloramine including heavy metals like copper. Adding a slime coat to your fish isn’t a problem because Ammo Buster Extreme does that too. Ideally made for aquariums with high ammonia levels (read: tank cycling). If this cuts down our wait time to add fish, we are all for it! Should be available from your favorite local fish store or online now.

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Limulus other LED pendant is the Caelum, the marine version is made from 75% 9000K LEDs and 25% 420nm blue LEDs. They will produce a freshwater version as well. Unlike other LED light fixtures we have seen this unit can be wirelessly programmed by your PC via a handly USB port. You can read more about Limulus’ new controller here. Click the read link for blurb from Limulus.

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Say hello to the Lyra by Limulus. The Lyra is a full RGB LED pendant. Limulus claims that is has the consumption of a 250w while producing 400w DE halide. Lunar cycle and sunrise/sunset is included. Dimming can be adjusted from 0% to 100% as well as adjusting the kelvin rating up to 20,000K.

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