Overview of the FourSquare Aquatics Algae Turf Scrubber

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2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been running this ATS for over two years, but never released a video about it exclusively. This is no un-boxing, this is about making it fit under my reef in the only spot available, and how it’s been working for me over the past couple of years. I’m a heavy feeder, so it’s hard to say if it has helped with nitrate control or not. But maybe I’ll figure that out at some point. #saltwater #ats #algae

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@MarkThor_11 2 жыл бұрын

Looking really awesome Marc, great results 👍

@NinjaSushi2 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that thing is nice! So well crafted. Loved the drawer.

@NinjaSushi2 2 жыл бұрын

Lol! The brightness was epic. Like an alien inside.

@jimharkins3695 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.......for the info. Much appreciated, Marc.

@Edgar1Va 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video . EXCELLENT Results

@melevsreef 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@michaelbaldwin3356 2 жыл бұрын

Lol seen this when you did a cleaning video and built one like it for easy maintenance on screen. I used the tunze 8811 white water proof lights. Been running 3 weeks now got to clean it this weekend.

@wmars4655 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that a beast of a algae subber. I built one from a 2.5 gal. At first it was a cheato roller i had it spinning but it soon turned into a algae block and stayed that way ever since. I just harvest some every month. Im building next sump to have area for refugium with something cool like pulsing xenia.

@wmars4655 Жыл бұрын

@@jdamommio really? I might move the two frags i already got to a nano tank.

@g-reef 2 жыл бұрын

So awesome 😎

@aquamind9996 2 жыл бұрын

I have a small ATS on my 40 gal, been running for a few months. Like you did, I'm growing alot more brown slimy junk than green algae. But nutrients are low so I guess it's working.

@melevsreef 2 жыл бұрын

After a while, I was frustrated. A new clean screen with strands of hair algae carefully threaded into the holes along the top 2" was how I seeded the new sheet. That ended up being the way I got way better growth.

@jdamommio Жыл бұрын

@@melevsreef I've read some algae scrubber reviews that complained about an unpleasant smell when harvesting the algae. Have you encountered anything like this?

@melevsreef Жыл бұрын

@@jdamommio No, not at all. Skimmer smell is much worse by comparison.

@mickeystock8623 Ай бұрын

Hey Marc - I came upon this video while researching the Four Square ATS for my own reef. I'm torn between this model and the smaller one as I'm right on the cusp. Tank has been up since 2004 and is a 225 (72Lx30Wx24H). I figure I've got about 240 gallons total. Sump is in the basement as is a refugium. My tank is pretty well stocked (i.e. borderline over stocked I think) but I don't feed heavy....yet. Just some pellets during the day (anthias) and then 2 cubes frozen in evening. I'd love your thoughts on whether I can stick with the smaller one or if I need to go to the larger one. Also if and when I pull the trigger I'll be emailing you about a stand. :)

@melevsreef Ай бұрын

If your nutrients are stable, the smaller one should be fine. If they are high or will be high, the larger one would be better.

@DuzzyDobbin 10 ай бұрын

Hi there, have you found the 2 x 300w too powerful? And did the ‘snot’ stay away? Great content I appreciate what you do for the hobby.

@jonas2431 2 жыл бұрын

I have a diy one on my fresh water goldfish tank. But I didn't know I made one till yesterday and the tank has been running a while

@kevinhill280 Жыл бұрын

I liked your video. One think I am not a fan of the filter sock. I am thinking if you have that Algae Scrubber with a good Protein Skimmer that you dont need to use the sock. any thoughts on this

@melevsreef Жыл бұрын

There are lots of options. For years, I used no socks, and no scrubber. Still had a pretty reef. :)

@steveplays5408 2 жыл бұрын

Awsome . I'm not running 1. No space under the stand I only have a 65g tank but I sure would love to have 1 on day. Tuffer to find in canada. I love how this one has a drawer only one if seen like it. The others you gotta disconnect the water and pull out the dripping sheet of algea out the top. I would hate that. JASON please increase production and get these into the Canadian market we need something like this.

@myenigma84 Жыл бұрын

Are you still using this method Marc and is it effective enough to manage your bioload on its own?

@meta4355 11 ай бұрын

my friend great job !! i’ve been running scrubbers for over 10 years. i’ve always known of their superior ability to remove bad nutrients. 1.but are you still using the scrubber? 2. What affect has it had on your reef? thanks marc .t

@melevsreef 10 ай бұрын

I still run it, and my reef doesn’t have algae problems.

@meta4355 10 ай бұрын

@@melevsreef my friend thanks for taking the time to respond, but one more question and I will leave you alone🙃. Did your reef tank have algae issues before?

@melevsreef 10 ай бұрын

@@meta4355 No, my display tanks tend to look clean of nuisance algae, other than valonia that is.

@cezar050681 2 жыл бұрын

I run a refugium its keeping my NO3 low but not the PO4...is it a algae turf scrubber better at removing PO4?

@melevsreef 2 жыл бұрын

They are better at nitrate reduction.

@clintparsons3989 2 жыл бұрын

*nausea intensifies*

@lrdavis6497 2 жыл бұрын

What are you doing with all of the algae?

@melevsreef 2 жыл бұрын

It’s simply scraped away and thrown out.

@bryanshinault924 Жыл бұрын

Does this keep the algae from growing in the display tank?

@melevsreef Жыл бұрын

Yes, this should definitely help in that regard. Any time you are growing algae in a refugium or scrubber, you are utilizing the fuel the algae needs to flourish. I've always considered it a good way to outcompete what wants to grow in the display. However, that doesn't mean you won't need a herbivores clean up crew.

@samuelcontreras9248 Жыл бұрын

Can anything eat that algae as feed?

@me-tg5op 11 ай бұрын

Do you sell that stand? If not could you provide a video / instructions on building one?

@melevsreef 11 ай бұрын

I still have the design file for the stand. I could make you one as well.

@me-tg5op 10 ай бұрын

@@melevsreefhow would we do that and how much?

@me-tg5op 10 ай бұрын

I can’t fit this under the tank in the sump. It will be next to the tank and plumed by the hose going into the sump.

@me-tg5op 10 ай бұрын

Also what’s your website?

@melevsreef 10 ай бұрын

@@me-tg5op melevsreef.com is my website. We can discuss via email all the details.

@michaelross5674 Жыл бұрын

What do u do with algae

@melevsreef Жыл бұрын

It is disposed in the trash.

@PazLeBon 2 жыл бұрын

Quite gross,why you growing algae for lolol

@melevsreef 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a system that’s been around two decades. It helps lower nutrients in the water by using them to grow nuisance algae on a screen where it can be removed easily, rather than in the aquarium where it just looks ugly.

@PazLeBon 2 жыл бұрын

@@melevsreef yeahh i know ;) fair option,just tpp messy n volatilefor me :)