DIY Saltwater Aquarium APEX Controller Cabinet * EPIC * How I Built It

How I built this DIY Saltwater Aquarium Apex Controller Cabinet. It is EPIC! Thanks for watching. Please comment, like, share, subscribe and hit that notification bell to be instantly notified.
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What is going on everyone? I hope that you are all well. So we are back at it with another DIY video for aquarium keepers. I wanted an aquarium controller board mounting system for the aquarium controller equipment I got for my saltwater reef aquarium. I bought these items for the system - Neptune Systems Apex, 2 Neptune Systems EB832 energy bars, 2 Neptune Systems FMM (Fluid Monitoring Module), 1 Neptune Systems WXM Module to control my Ecotech Vortech MP40 Powerheads and the Ecotech Radion XR15 LED Lights, Neptune Systems DOS dosing unit for my 2 part dosing setup, LED light strip, Cables and more.
Now that we got all of the saltwater equipment we need a cabinet to install them in. I looked around online, at stores and I just couldn't find a cabinet that would fit in the space that I had available. So I decided I needed to build a DIY Cabinet for my saltwater fish tank aquarium controller system. I got some nice pine lumber, screws, paint, etc to build it. This was the way to go for me since I had complete control over the size of the Apex cabinet.
Back to all the Neptune Systems Apex aquarium controller items, I got them used. The only items that I bought new was the Neptune Systems DOS. I found deals on craigslist, facebook marketplace, etc for the used items. This allowed me to get the equipment at a much more affordable price. You are risking issues since they are not new, but Neptune Systems make quality products so I wasn't worried. If you look around you can find great deals. These items are not cheap but the saying goes, you get what you pay for. This is going to be a fun video and its going to be awesome to have such a cool system to control my fish tank.
This system is going to do some epic things. It sends up to date info to my iPhone through apex fusion. I can look at my phone and know where my Aquarium PH is, where my Aquarium Salinity is, where my Aquarium Temp is, what percentage my reef leds are running at, what percentage my aquarium wavemakers are running at, how much money it is costing to run everything, let me know if there is a leak with sensors attached to the fmm module, tell my ato pump when to add freshwater to the reef fish tank, when to turn my refugium lights on and off, and much much more.
I hope you liked this video. If so, please like, comment, share, subscribe and click that notification bell. I look forward to your comments and seeing you on future videos. Thank you so much!
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[@danaholland5922]

Extraordinary work my brother

[@Slewis71119]

Very Impressed.

[@inventoryking]

Appreciate it Scott!

[@0311montes0311]

This has to be the most 🔥🔥🔥 cabinet built for the apex Nice 👍🏼

[@inventoryking]

I really appreciate that Jose!

[@five0sis]

WOW! Such an awesome job. Hard work pays off 💪

[@inventoryking]

Many thanks!! You are right, it’s hard work but man so so so worth it.

[@theamjadjamousable]

Nice and neat .

[@inventoryking]

Thank you!

[@2992slyfox]

Yes! Epic! Awesome control cabinet and organization!

[@inventoryking]

Thanks!

[@laceytopmiller794]

That's awesome Paul 😍 the light blue matches the tank better...this is a really EPIC build and makes the tank look nice and clean! I know a lot of thought went I to this build for sure

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Lacey! It is awesome!

[@ahmedghamdi1668]

Amazing setup, where did you get those 90 degree angled usb adapters connected to the DOS ?

[@rrrreefer9721]

Best build I've seen! Nicely done, sir.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks

[@AllegiancePressureWashing]

This is awesome. I’m going to paint the inside of mine white since it naturally reflects light it will brighten up the inside of the display nicely while hiding scuff marks, dust, and any imperfections in the paint after install.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Daniel!

[@TailEndCustoms]

Looks great. One suggestion. Take some quarter round, paint it black, and attach it right in front of the led lights. That way you get the glow without seeing the actual leds. 👍🏼

[@inventoryking]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@clautamiralves712]

Amazing broooo.

[@inventoryking]

Thank you!

[@flreefshark76]

This is probably one of the best videos on how to DIY controller cabinet for your Apex system. This build came pout awesome and superior work! I am getting ready to build one but I need mine wider since I HAVE plenty of room next to my SCA150. question - HOW MANY OUT LETS ARE YOU RUNNING TOTAL BEHIND YOUR TANK?

[@inventoryking]

I am so sorry that I missed this comment! Thanks for watching and commenting. So I am running 4 total outlets behind the tank (2, 2 plugs). I had someone install 2 breakers in my breaker box so each plug has its out breaker.

[@svetlana921]

Amazing cabinet! Perfect

[@inventoryking]

Thank you!

[@053070gazela]

Was a very good job … I hope to get one those … I will build for me …thank you for share …

[@inventoryking]

Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@rc2300s2r]

Looks very nice!!! I agree with wanting it wider to get to the ports on the energy bars. Other than that,awesome job!

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Ryan! Yeah If I had more space it would be wider for sure. I appreciate you tuning in for sure.

[@myaquascapingjourney1255]

A man of many talents!! 👍🌱

[@inventoryking]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@jimjarrett8779]

That is so cool. You’re so organized.

[@inventoryking]

Much appreciated Jim!

[@fishinwithnick3966]

Jim Jarrett for only $10,000 you could have it all

[@fpr283]

Bad ass! Thanks for the video.

[@playschool50]

Great job man love this idea

[@inventoryking]

Thanks!

[@rickrodriguez6675]

Enjoyed watching. Everything 👀👍🎉

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Rick!

[@mjminino]

very nice

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Michael!

[@chasenmoneytoolsales8696]

Looks good nice lay out

[@inventoryking]

Appreciate it!

[@Jls_-en9ye]

If you were to do this again would you still do 2" wire grommets or would you go bigger for any reason?

[@inventoryking]

You know, If I had more room I would for sure.

[@blessguy5330]

Can I get measurements of the wood you used and screws :)

[@Russianking56]

Dude that is awesome looks soo good.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks a lot! I am happing with how it turned out!

[@om617yota8]

Dude forget the fish, I'd pay you just to come build me functional industrial art. Well done, sir.

[@inventoryking]

Lol!

[@donsmith7979]

Looks Great, Thanks.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnnymartinez6123]

GREAT JOB!!!!!!!!! I love it.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Johnny!

[@michaelbalsley6041]

Nicely done ✅

[@inventoryking]

Thanks ✌

[@imghaniff]

Awesome build! Did you end up buying extension cords for example, like your heater or in sump components?

[@inventoryking]

Thanks. A lot of the cords were easy to route without extension cords. I have since removed this and did a side cabinet on the stand since I had no room to get behind this.

[@litoloco4fish]

Amazing job brother!!!

[@inventoryking]

Thanks dude!! I like it 😁

[@TMAquatics]

Very nice Paul 👍

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Tom!

[@TheEscargoth]

Hello thanks for vidéo , where did you find a paper to make hole ?

[@inventoryking]

You bet! I found it online. Search Neptune Apex Mounting Templates.

[@modotd3885]

Superb Job

[@inventoryking]

Thanks

[@choobplaya]

How did you manage the cables behind everything? How did you tie those together to the gear on the tank and hide them?

[@inventoryking]

To be Honest I am going to build a new controller board with much more access.

[@South-Texas-Drones_5801]

Wow that’s sick 👍🏽

[@inventoryking]

Thank you! I love it .

[@baybaykid1758]

I'm very impressed with that like someone else said that seem like it took alot of thought it looks great giving me ideas lol wish u could do mine

[@inventoryking]

Yeah it took some time but that is what it takes to get something built like this! Thanks for your comment and watching 😁

[@ianhollis9422]

0 likes for a reason man. Well done.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Ian. You mean dislikes?

[@jacobshubin3894]

Awesome!!

[@inventoryking]

Thank you sir!

[@yesyoucancook9189]

Doesn't the energy bar need a 1-inch surround for the heat exchange?

[@inventoryking]

Yeah it needs room. There is a little room. SO far so good.

[@Reefahholic]

Love it bro!

[@inventoryking]

Thanks! I am currently working on the dosing system, etc.

[@Lides118]

Awesome!!!!

[@inventoryking]

Thank you Michael!

[@jorgeguerrero9204]

Hi, I’m watching 2 months later and I’m wondering how you routed the cables for the vortech pumps that go to the dry side through the holes you drilled? I thought you couldn’t detach those? Thanks!

[@CulliganMan131]

Reefer Gill made a DIY cabinet and he removed 3 screws from the back side of the controller, disconnected the wiring harness (quick connect) and slid the wiring harness through the cable management holes

[@quransunnah96]

what kind of usb cables are aquabus cables ? where to buy it from amazon or anywhere? do u have a link?

[@inventoryking]

Are you talking about the right angle adapters I used?

[@quransunnah96]

@@inventoryking no, i am talking about aquabus cable from neptune looks like USB cord

[@davidbrown2896]

@@inventoryking Where did you find the right angle cables to connect your aqua bus? I’m working on planning my tank build and would love to have them like you did. Thanks so much.

[@salsreef5196]

Damnn thats nice bro 🤙

[@inventoryking]

Thanks a lot Salvador!

[@salsreef5196]

You're welcome bro

[@ArrickthaRed]

Very nice Setup. Now your welcome to come do mine lol.

[@inventoryking]

Thanks Arrick!! Hahahaha!

[@mojooev7785]

cool!

[@inventoryking]

Thanks

[@Bobby_Chingas]

Neptune sells extension cables for the PMUP

[@inventoryking]

Thanks. Do you know if they have that for the optical sensors as well?

[@Bobby_Chingas]

inventoryking I don’t see any on their website so I’m not sure if they offer it. I’m wondering if a stereo headphone jack would work check this link out they are not to expensive to try it out. www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=648

[@inventoryking]

Thanks!

[@jmotanks8960]

Damn dude 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@inventoryking]

👀👀👀👀👀👀 Thanks!

[@inventoryking]

Lol I want to know 😁

[@jmotanks8960]

inventoryking building a Apex!!

[@inventoryking]

Right on!

[@FLSharkdiver]

Superior job on the cabinet #@UCD0v9KxbMdnSz0WC6it2bMQ! I bought two Marine Depot cabinets that will be getting placed on top of each other w/ all of my Apex gear and then I will be building my tall and skinny cabinet like yours but mine will only be 55'' in height.. What size lumber did you use for this build if you don't mind me asking?

[@wazzasstuff8899]

Freaking cool 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺👍

[@inventoryking]

Thanks a lot 😃

[@finalruner]

Like the video. Like the channel. But God that channel picture has to go away

[@inventoryking]

Thanks. What makes you say make the channel picture go away?

[@prdnblk]

Bad Ass

[@inventoryking]

Thank you!

[@cichlidguru1163]

Sexy build

[@inventoryking]

Many thanks!

[@bsw9633]

Sorry bud but I don't think you understand how a level works..