Reef Octopus
CR100 4 inch Calcium Reactor
CR100 4 inch Calcium Reactor
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Introducing the Reef Octopus calcium reactor series: the perfect balance of quality, design, and affordability. With three models featuring reverse flow water current for maximum water and CO2 contact time with the coral media, these reactors are equipped with PH probe holders and built-in bubble counters to monitor PH levels and CO2 drip rates. Meet your aquarium's alkalinity, calcium, and trace element needs with ease by adding a Reef Octopus calcium reactor to your system. How it works: The reactor chamber is filled with aragonite, the crushed skeleton of ancient hard corals, and aquarium water is pumped through alongside pressurized CO2. The resulting acidic environment dissolves the aragonite and releases essential minerals and trace elements used by corals for growth. Plus, this automated system requires minimal maintenance for maintaining or increasing calcium levels.
Initial Care Instructions
Initial Care Instructions
Once your coral arrives, float the sealed bag in your aquarium for 15–20 minutes to equalize temperature. Then, begin a drip acclimation process or slowly add small amounts of tank water to the bag every 5 minutes over 30–45 minutes.
2. Inspect and Dip:
Before placing the coral in your tank, inspect it for pests or hitchhikers. We strongly recommend using a coral dip solution to remove potential parasites or algae. Follow the dip instructions carefully and rinse with clean saltwater before introducing to your display.
3. Placement:
Start the coral in a low to moderate light and flow area to help reduce stress. Over the next week, gradually move it to its ideal lighting and flow conditions based on species needs.
4. Monitor Water Parameters:
Ensure stable water parameters (alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, salinity, etc.) and maintain good tank flow. Watch closely for signs of stress or tissue recession and adjust placement if necessary.
5. Patience Pays Off:
Corals often take a few days to fully open up after shipping. Give them time to adjust—avoid sudden lighting changes or overhandling during this period.
Shipping
Shipping
1.Shipping
- FREE Shipping for orders over $200
- If under $200 Shipping will be calculated at checkout.
- We will not ship outside of the contiguous United States
- We do not ship on U.S. national holidays or the day before
- We do not ship on Fridays for Saturday delivery
- Live animals are only shipped Next Day Air
- We do not ship when weather is forecasted that might affect delivery times in affected regions.
DOA Policy
DOA Policy
DOA Policy
If your livestock arrives unalived, please contact us within 2 hours of the delivery. We require images of fish or coral. Once the claim is approved, we will ship a replacement or apply a credit to your account.
Returns & Cancellations
Returns & Cancellations
We do not accept Returns or Cancellations
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