REEF DELETE UV Aiptasia / Algae Killer - Mr Saltwater Tank - Raw, Uncut, and First Impressions

In this episode of our series, Mr. Saltwater Tank - Raw, Uncut, and First Impressions (RUF), Mark will take a look at the Reef Delete UV Pest Eradication Tool from ITC Reefculture. Join us as we test out this easy-to-use, chemical-free solution to pest removal. We'll share what we like, what we'd change, and will share a few tips to help take your reef to the next level. ______________________________________________
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[@RobTeeJr]

I have owned this device for about 3 weeks. One of my fish only tanks (50 gallon) is overrun with Aiptasia. I have used all of the various chemical treatments e.g. Aiptasia X, etc but from my experience those are hit or miss. Yes they will kill Aiptasia but in my case I ending up with more Aiptasia after using. I tried the file fish, peppermint shrimp; as well as Berghia Nudibranch. Unfortunately, the Berghia were eaten by the file fish. So I moved the fish to a another tank and decided to let So I just decided to let this tank be used Reef Delete experiment before I take the tank down. Based on my experience, unless the aiptasia is very small, this is not a one shot and done solution and this isn't a solution to my problem Based on the number I have in this tank, I could spend weeks eradicating Aiptasia one by one. I have a lot in this 50 gallon. Small Aiptasia one 20-30 second shot and they are finished. Larger ones i.e. 1"-2" will take at least three treatments. The one plus over the chemical solutions is that when they are hit with the UV their spores/eggs are also hit so they don't send out multiple babies as might happen with Aiptasia X or other treatments i.e. if you don't hit that Aiptasia just right with the chemical treatments or hot water, the Aiptasia will release spores/eggs in its defense. With this device the spores are killed. As far as the charger, it didn't bother me as I have several cables but I also have several tactical flashlights which use the same size batteries and I own a battery charger so I don't recharge the battery on the device I just swap batteries. I will say that this is a very well built unit. I also agree that a laser pointer would be useful. I experimented with the provided targeting card to gauge how close I need to be to the anemone based on its size. In my case I don't see the need for another person. I've had no problem targeting the anemone. In closing, if this was a $100-150 dollars cheaper this would be a must have especially for the reefer who needs to eradicate and Aiptasia within a coral colony i.e. the closer one gets the smaller the kill zone.

[@itcreefculture]

Hi Rob - you've got it spot on. Reef Delete wasn't ever intended as a one shot deal because that's not how the UVC technology works, unless the organism is small, weak or thin. We always envisaged Reef Delete as a spot control tool, if you have a huge infestation it will of course take time but you'll get there where other treatments or methods have failed. Sometimes you need to take drastic measures if things have just got out of control - this isnt the tool for that. Unless you have a lot of time to kill a lot! That said, you often needs to spend hundreds in chemicals to do huge infestations and they only treat one species... and you're putting a ton of chemicals in you dont need. Furthermore - its not just Aiptasia we can treat.. all sorts of stuff where treatments aren't available :). When a little patch of hair algae creeps in..... blast it.. when hydroids or pest sponges come along... blast it...! :)

[@cripnikka86]

@@itcreefculture Does it work for bubble algae too? Since it releases spores when it's popped.

[@craigtimms]

@@cripnikka86 Yes it does, really well - check out the official Reef Delete owners group - theres some great macro pics before/after pics from an RD user showing exactly what happens to the chloroplasts that die within the cells - its pretty cool!

[@vascojardim6703]

Very interesting! Your point on having some sort of LED pointer is really important, especially if you are trying to ZAP aiptasia that is sitting close to your corals.

[@girliepopcornpiggy7003]

I was just researching aptasia in the last 2 days and here you are. Thanks

[@dobermanguy9437]

That's an awful lot of money I get rid of aptasia making a kalkwasser paste with a syringe I put it over the top of them and goodnight aptasia. They are toast!!!!!

[@catherinepalmer2620]

what is a kalkwasser paste?

[@dobermanguy9437]

@@catherinepalmer2620 here's a video on kalkwasser paste how I use it to kill aptasia kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGS1fGaIirCspqs what you do put some kalkwasser in a paper cup I would wear a mask for safety you don't want to breathe kalkwasser dust you add water to the kalkwasser and keep mixing it till it's sort of a pasty consistency not watery then you get a syringe and inject some of that kalkwasser paste into the syringe and then inject it slowly over the aptasia the high pH will kill aptasia instantly just remember kalkwasser paste is regular kalkwasser made into a pasty consistency you can watch my video how I kill aptasia just remember I do this be careful not to get the kalkwasser paste on your corals and I recommend to turn off all your pumps for about 10 to 15 minutes the kalkwasser paste will harden up right over the aptasia if you have any questions at all hit me up and I will try to help you watch my video if you decide to try this method use at your own risk this method works for me!!!!!!!! Your results May Vary if you have any questions hit me up and I'll try to help you thank you

[@TheLucentFish]

At that price point it doesnt come with the charging cord??

[@harkinsaquatics]

Interested, happy the really thought about the safety features

[@MrAgentEcho]

Lithium batteries are dangerous when they're stored both at the highest voltage, and lowest voltage. Somewhere in the middle is best to store it safely. Also with high output UV light, it's always best to buy REPUTABLE safety glasses. Usually companies will skimp out on that. You only have one set of eyes, and all vision damage is permanent.

[@PhiCongDoan7587]

Wait so if we cant see what we are zapping we could accidently zap our precious corals or fish...

[@madshepsreef282]

A friend with long arms is a must I guess aswell

[@sovereignviper90]

Plus side of this is in theory the uv radiation will kill off any spores that aiptasia might release during deleting. Can't wait for the follow up video

[@michaelross5674]

Will it work for various algae and diatoms also???

[@josegalvan7891]

How or would it work on vermited snails ?

[@bigbearmeetslittlebear3401]

The flaw in the reef delete is the button. It needs to be a switch that stays on. My fingers die after 20 seconds with this button depressed. This is especially true when you have to hold it at awkward angles. The other flaw, is this thing does not work on aiptasia bigger than an eraser head, i don't care if you blast the thing for five minutes. And multiple days of blasts isn't effective either. It's fine for very small aiptasia. that's it. know that if you buy.

[@jackielau1536]

Fishes have eyes too.

[@adamorobertson]

In other news, if the light appears to be the same color with and without the goggles, get different goggles tuned to the specific wavelength of the light.

[@JCTReefer]

A high powered laser would be cheaper. Although a bit more dangerous when used incorrectly.

[@niral114]

Looks interesting

[@LordBonesaw]

Cool gadget but bit OTT for what it’s built to do

[@melevsreef]

Does the second person need eye protection too?

[@bigbearmeetslittlebear3401]

i don't even bother wearing anything, i am always pointing it in some weird direction away from me and the orange glasses make it very hard to see aiptasia.

[@tedheierman1181]

Are you implying that aiptasia are okay to leave in the tank?

[@joshgrove1042]

Do you have a retail store in gettysburg?

[@Saltwateraquariumdotcom]

No just a shipping warehouse.

[@creeper2479]

It’s $400 for a light you only use sometimes.

[@michaelrib3061]

My LFS has a giant Aiptasia in a tank, (Thank God it’s an isolated system) for sale. I’m going to buy this thing and go in there and Zap the kids who tried to sell it to me.

[@Emmanuel-rs7eu]

How long does the UV light last?

[@harkinsaquatics]

The battery is supposed to last 24 hrs. The led I'm assuming is in excess of 10000 hrs. I have used similar uv-c leds on 24/7 365 for several years with them not going out

[@tylerl.4699]

What's "cool" about having to take a battery out of something to charge it? Especially when it doesn't come with a charger for $300!

[@DavidEkers]

2:13 "IMPUT"

[@epsyuma]

Dude, less talk and more demonstrations. I want to see it work.

[@micahmorton]

LOL... "IMPUT"

[@leeverink32]

if u think im paying 400 euros for a stupid pen u are wrong. id first delete my whole tank than give out that mutch for some thing that is not in use constantley.

[@rolbar9406]

for 400$🤣

[@sseeaahhaawwkkssrule975]

OH WOW!!! I'll get an aptasia eating file fish or some Peppermint Shrimp.

[@json216]

For 500 u can prob get one with a charger lmao

[@sseeaahhaawwkkssrule975]

@@json216 🤣😂🤣

[@harkinsaquatics]

@SSEEAAHHAAWWKKSS RULE!!! To be fair, they don't eat algea or other pests the way that this device will destroy them.

[@sseeaahhaawwkkssrule975]

@@harkinsaquatics to be fair $400-$500 is ridiculous.

[@adamorobertson]

RUF? Raw Uncut First Impression? Shouldn’t that be called RUFI? Oh wait, don’t call it THAT!!!

[@davidhughes1843]

More overpriced crap sold by super USA when a aptasia wand does a better job for 20 bucks

[@derekressler79]

Link for said wand buddy??

[@chrish6659]

I would like to get an aptasia wand but as far as I can tell they just aren’t made anymore - any idea where to get one?