RODI Water For Your Reef Tank - Best RODI Machine for Beginners!

[@VyvienneEaux]

I could not imagine keeping a reef tank and keeping up with classes at the same time. I really admire how some college students really have their lives together. One semester, I had to walk two miles each way to the grocery store to get food, because I made a dumb decision to opt out of a meal plan. That semester was bad. I ultimately ended up with some good grades by the end once I had figured everything out, but I couldn't even find time to eat or shower in my last two semesters!

[@olson5000]

I did research on when each part needs swapping out. Hope this helps as it wasn't in the video! The part that filters the debris out you swap out when water pressure gets too low (when it's clogged). If you want a gadget to tell you when that is, get an in-line psi reader (they're not expensive and you can get them for aquarium RO DI). You will see as the pressure slowly drops over time as it gets clogged. The Carbon part you need to do a quick chlorine test after the carbon filter and before the other filters.. you could hypothetically just chuck the flush heads that come with your system onto the RO and resin and then test your water every few months. Make sure chlorine is below 0.5 and make sure the water has been running about 30 mins before you take a sample. If it's over 0.5 that means the resin is doing the carbon's work and getting used up quicker. The RO part you can do a TDS test for, just chuck the flush onto the resin section and test after 30 minutes of running. You can buy a tester for a few dollars from Aquatic Life (filter maker). RO doesn't catch all TDS (that's why we have Resin), but just check to see if it's leaking more than it should. This could last a long time and won't be replaced very often. The part that has the resin catches the last of the TDS that the rest missed and is your safety net! Don't let it be the filter doing all the work on the group assignment. If you swap the other bits when needed it will last way longer. To tell when it's used up you just watch the colour change and swap it before it reaches the top - easy. Source: Bulk Reef Supply Video Tutorials and other research. Please note that I am a newby at this too and just trying to research! So don't just take my word for it and follow up with your own study too :)

[@themicroswave]

Thank you for this!

[@iandalonso]

There are some "countertop" RODI systems out there. I bought one for my apartment because we aren't allowed to modify any of the plumbing in our apartments, and they hook right up to a faucet.

[@Lloyd_Irving]

Does the faucet need any threading on it for a hose hook up, or will any do? I need a recommendation for that situation

[@strawchainpro971]

Can tell me how did you installed it please? I can connect only to the tap. Thank you.

[@slimfit_7964]

George I'm currently planning to set up a saltwater aquarium. I'm a freshman in high school but will set it up my sophomore year. I have done a lot of research in to setting an aquarium up and the rodi was the only thing I didn't know about until now. Tanks you probably might have saved me from using conditioned tap water in my up coming aquarium, u probably saved me from a world of problems

[@shantanii89]

Wow! Thanks for the advice… I was hesitant about making my own water; since many RODI seemed difficult but with this new one …. I’m inclined to try it out!! Thanks a lot!

[@norman7511]

Can you make a video about caring for clownfish.

[@Mortyvids]

@gunit 010, ur a bit late

[@Nathan-wn5mc]

How many gallons will this filter before they need to be replaced? I'm looking to get one but just didn't know which one to get.

[@olson5000]

I figured the answer to this out yesterday! It is different for each part: The part that filters the debris out you swap out when water pressure gets too low (when it's clogged) The Carbon part you need to do a quick chlorine test after the carbon filter and before the other filters.. you could hypothetically just chuck the flush heads that come with your system onto the RO and resin and then test your water every few months. Make sure chlorine is below 0.5 and make sure the water has been running about 30 mins before you take a sample. If it's over 0.5 that means the resin is doing the carbon's work and getting used up quicker. The RO part you can do a TDS test for, just chuck the flush onto the resin section and test after 30 minutes running. You can buy a tester for a few dollars from Aquatic Life (filter maker). RO doesn't catch all TDS (that's why we have Resin), but just check to see if it's leaking more than it should. This could last a long time and won't be replaced very often. The part that has the resin you watch the colour change and swap it before it reaches the top - easy. It is the backup TDS catcher after the RO, so will last ages if the other parts are doing a good job and not left too long.

[@olson5000]

important: how long each part lasts is different for everybody because each town has different things in the tap water

[@samb16]

cool intro love your vids you inspired me two years ago to do the "imposible" my first reef was a 5 gallon fluvial spec with 2 clowns and kept it alive for 1 year and upgraded (Im still reefing) and Im 14 now

[@wcdeich4]

Nice RO/DI filter! I've seen some on eBay for about $90, but considering this one is portable & easy to install & change cartridges w/out tools, I'd say the $112 is worth it! BTW, there is a 4th option other than committing the ultimate sin of tap water & buying or making RO/DI water. That is to use a medium quality filter. For example, the PUR Maxion filter costs about $35 & has a DI but no RO stage. It removes lead or silicates from your water & my refractometer measures the filtered water as 1.000 just like distilled / RODI water --- but you probably want to add a tiny bit of dechlorinator b/c it says "reduces chlorine" on the package - not a guarantee that 100% of the chlorine is gone. Don't get me wrong! I'm sure it is not as good as true RO/DI water! But, but if you only have a FOWLR tank, or maybe only Mushroom Coral, & you're on a really tight budget, it may be good enough. Even with a FOWLR tank, if you have really expensive/delicate fish, you should probably be more cautious, but if you just have a couple of saltwater mollies or a clown fish, it may be ok. Of course, it also depends how bad your tap water is. My tap water is about 1.005 specific gravity out of the tap & I think it just has some silicate minerals & the chlorine they added. The worse the tap water, the harder you have to filter it, of course.

[@emiljohann3785]

You deserve 1 million sub!

[@mikey27]

Awesome bro! I'm just surveying and researching how to start a reef tank (nano). This is awesome info!

[@theevolvingwilds3027]

Even though that water boy cut scene was short, I still laughed so hard. XD

[@coralfish12g]

Let me know any questions you have below! You can purchase the Aquatic Life RODI Machine HERE: www.coralfishsupplies.com/products/aquatic-life-twist-in-100-gpd-4-stage-ro-di-system

[@Jake-gs5oe]

how often would you need to replace the filters?

[@javinhanson9292]

CoralFish12g what's your opinion on using rain water for a reef tank? doesn't rain a lot in Cali but when it does I like to collect it for other stuff anyways

[@javinhanson9292]

***** breeder is better for a good aquascape and but a long would be better if you wanted a little larger fish that needs a bit more swimming room

[@coralfish12g]

Usually around every 9-12 months. But if you don't make a lot of water (nano reef) and take care of the RO canister, it could last up to 3 years!

[@Jake-gs5oe]

Can you make a video explaining how to take care and service this?

[@jasonthomas4928]

still waiting for that unit to hit the UK, it's so simple and easy to use. Hopefully it comes my way soon

[@DJ_LittlePea]

Jason Thomas in with you there I'd use one of these for sure 👍

[@Cheeky-Wizard]

I'm in with both of you there on this one. I asked my local aquatic stockist if they could order one of these and they both looked at me as if I'd parked my spaceship in the car park.

[@janedahlin901]

I have my 10 gal planted freshwater aquarium next to my desk and I just watch your videos with em like "you guys need some desk mates" BUT BACK TO THE WATER ;) haha

[@stephencairley172]

3 mile walk now that’s dedication hats off to you sir 👍

[@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep]

Ya for small tanks it's easier just to buy those 1 gallon RO water from the grocery story for like 80 cents to a dollar. Usually it's also filtered and ozonated too, ozonated is a big plus. Like for my fluval evo 12 which is 13.5 gallons after live rock and filter media and so on it's 10 gallons of water so one of those jugs makes a easy 10% water change every week. So like under 4 dollars a months and easy to transport.

[@salsapicante]

So do you plug the RO/DI unit, fill your 5g jug then unplug it? I've always hesitated in owning a unit because people have giant drums being filled with water constantly running. Is this not the case?

[@DTeeVee]

Really liking the new intro, George!

[@kpbsas91776]

Omg boy has really hit a growth spert the last couple yrs.

[@usmc2237]

What are your thoughts on going to the Glacier water machines?

[@kev___j9741]

Another quality video from coralfish12g😉

[@averymorgan4892]

Ok this is old but we have a water purifier running on the whole house. Would that be fine or would I need to buy a rodi?

[@Christian-sr6pd]

99% chance you still need RODI unit. Unfortunately most home purification systems don’t give 0 TDS

[@gbj6581]

looks like a great product! your new intro is cool 🖒🖒

[@milkspotscausemetospazzout6813]

Is there a new version of this RODI unit ?Im interested in something like this.

[@salty_potatoes7838]

Do you have to completely replace the cartridges or do you just clean it out?

[@roankruger6066]

Love the introduction graphic and slogan !

[@cristiansofake7854]

Do i have to leave this connected?all the time? Or do i just turn the unit on when i need it, Wait for it to fill up the water i need then turn it off? Right ?

[@redakumaproduction]

thanks alot for all your tricks..help me alot.. never stop doing it, your at the right place !! thanks again !!(forgive my english,im french from quebec,canada)

[@joshmiddleton7032]

This video helped me out so much thank you I’ve been trying to find ways to make RO/DI water now I can keep dwarf seahorses when they start breeding would you be interested in some let me know if you are thank you again

[@reaghankost2741]

why are you trying to sell something in youtube comments lmao

[@ghosttea3769]

Okay so basically it just makes purified water? Would you still need to use a water container? It may be obvious but you could also use it for fresh water right?

[@CreepyMonkeyHeadGame]

I have some more questions about that product how easy is it to get the refills for it since they don't look the size of the Standard carbon blocks or sediment filter they look to be almost the same size as the membrane how easy is it to get the replacement cartridges? Seems like a great product 4 purposes of travel and need of it but for at home I like to have my more permanent set up since a lot of my tubes for the actual machine go through the wall and is always being put into a 44 gallon brute trash can and also when you have to change the canisters out what you be another concern for me

[@angxluh]

Hey George, I was wondering where did you get that frag tree from? I've seen it on brs but it isn't there anymore, thanks(:

[@HntrSvrsn]

I would definitely also look to see if you schools chemistry department makes RODI water my school has a big system that if I lived on campus id ask them about it

[@Shiningbutterfly31]

Hi I am just now deciding to get into the hobby. I’ve been doing research and watching your videos! Really Good Stuff I think in the long run I would like to buy the RODI system but I was wondering if you could make a video of the setup of the system and how you use yours

[@neilljansenvanvuuren9025]

Hi, great vid....I just set up my new nano reef and did a water test, The Nitrites was 0.5, Ammonia was 2 and my Nitrates was around 20. Do you have any advice, according to some reading I was doing this doesn't seem like part of the cycle....is this normal for a 2 week old setup (I used rodi water) if not how can I fix it????Please help!

[@jm92gt03gt]

I have well water and it uses di resin pretty quick, Is it possible to run 2 membranes to get the tds lower before the resin

[@nanoreeffreak5064]

I use an aquatic life RODI buddie and its great!!!! have had great results so far :)

[@rosedonnapur]

Whot was that blue reder you used

[@ivansalcedo1625]

hey george dude i want to start placing coral but what coral would you recommend for beginners?

[@rafaelsoriano5365]

Aquatic life make good products! I have their internal marine mini skimmer been running for over a yr and it gets the job done ✅

[@mikeystokes9403]

great work man love all your videos awesome to see you grow

[@Skyefuego]

how many times do you change the cartridge?

[@Skyefuego]

I mean, how long does a cartridge last?

[@coralfish12g]

Aquatic Life recommends changing the sediment and carbon cartridges every six months and the RO membrane every 24 months. But they can really last a bit longer.

[@sallykrenske2144]

I thought of a really awesome video you should do! Go back and watch some of your first video's you made and see if you still agree with them, if you have changed your thoughts on them or if you would add something else to it (thinking the '5 worst ____ for beginners' type videos). Would love to see if you still agree :) you look so young in your old videos!! Yes, I may have watched every video hahaha

[@Gssirr]

This was an excellent review but how often do you have to change those tubes?

[@coralfish12g]

Usually around every 18 months. But if you don't make a lot of water (nano reef) and take care of the RO canister, it could last up to 3 years!

[@olson5000]

Each stage is different and how long depends on the water quality going in. Don't waste money by swapping a part before you have to and don't risk your tank by leaving it too long. The first "debris" filter is changed most often, just watch the water pressure and you will see when it's getting clogged. It's the cheapest bit to swap. The RO section will need swapping when you start seeing TDS in the water (there should be zero). You can get a tester for a few dollars from Aquatic Life (same brand as the filter). It will need swapping out the least often and can be the most expensive bit to swap. It could last you years. The Resin section gets the last of the TDS and MUST be swapped out before the resin expires or it will start sending things into your tank and TDS will not read zero anymore. Easy way to avoid this is just watch as the colour changes and swap out that section before the colour reaches the top. It won't need swapping very often.

[@EarthWasHere]

Best video that finally explains what I wanted to know.

[@dianesmith7651]

Should you do this with fresh water aquariums?

[@nicksworld7229]

Will distilled water work for a small tank with some basic lps mushrooms and zoas?

[@wonroc1]

Should we remineralize the rodi water if we use as just a top off?

[@Christian-sr6pd]

No

[@gorillawing9340]

I'm setting up a 40 gallon cube and I can't afford a sump should I go with a canister or hang on filter and which one

[@teresapimentel208]

Can I make this for freshwater fish aquarium?

[@kaz9781]

Can you like go to the ocean and get bucket fills of saltwater for your tank or no?

[@erikpacheco5197]

How much reef builder (teaspoons) do you add to your 5gallon jug to read 8dkh?

[@fishing_with_ryan2416]

Great video!

[@joshibanez4771]

what is the song in the background??

[@sasfishadventures9729]

Hey I was wondering how you get the rodi water to the same temperature of the tank and how long you can let it sit in the water collector for? thanks.

[@sagemodejg2111]

Super late but you need to use a heater to heat up the rodi water

[@jasonwu8081]

Great video, I juts bought the same system from Amazon. How long does it take to fill up? (Let’s say 5 gallons)

[@frillcappa]

Where do you get those water jugs?

[@Paul-cq2we]

do you also sell the upgrade unit for this system

[@MiscerVids]

I have this unit, but it trickles out. Barely any flow. Is yours that way as well?

[@RussMcCord]

Nice job showing a portable RODI unit. How many gallons produced with a set of canisters?

[@coralfish12g]

It's a 100 GPD unit so x12 months it could make 1200+ gallons!

[@andrewpolitsky9474]

Question! When doing a water change can you just take 5 gallons of tap water (or whatever amount) and put some dechlorinator in it then mix it with salt and then do the change??

[@sergiodealba6424]

Andrew Politsky no, it has a high amount of TDS

[@gdorfxoxo9657]

I just got this system a few days ago and it is niice

[@dubsydabster]

I just got a nano cube from my buddy. it's got a lot of that good red shit growing on the glass (very new to the hobby). He informed me that he just topped it off with regular water like ice mountain (undistilled). There is a soft coral that looks to be in good health but a monti that doesn't look too good. What can I do to become comfortable putting with buying corals. I'd like to start a new tank but I got this set up for free and would like to give it a good chance. Any help I can get or concerns I should have would be great. Thanks!

[@late4suppa1]

I just bought one of these off your site. Funny video! LOL Anyways I just got my first reef tank and didn't even know I had to cycle it so I'm now doing a fish in cycle. Things are actually going well but I knew I needed to find a better way to make water. I already saw the warnings against using tap or well water so I'm buying spring water and adding salt. Does this unit come with a TDS meter or do I need to buy one separate? Thanks again!

[@RemoGaggi]

Great Video! About how long does it take to make 5 gallons with this system?

[@eddieallen8271]

Hey George, R/O systems are expensive including this one you are promoting & I have no faucets in my house that would be compatible anyway. Please make a video telling us less fortunate beginners how to safely prepare & use Tap water to start up a new tank.

[@scprepper2672]

Eddie Allen same as freshwater. take temp of main tanks water. get a bucket and fill it with water close to tanks temperature. add dechlorinator to it. put a spare heater in it set to tanks temp, and mix salt in with powerhead or stir by hand.

[@KevinsCaninesAndAquatics]

How much does it make? What is the URL? The link doesn't work.

[@UltimateAPBTS]

How often do you have to replace the 4 cartridges...🤨🤨🤨

[@briggsgibson3392]

i guess it's kind of off topic but does anybody know of a good site to stream newly released series online ?

[@xavierkylo5655]

@Briggs Gibson i would suggest Flixzone. You can find it on google :)

[@gustavotyler8427]

@Briggs Gibson try FlixZone. You can find it on google :)

[@claytonspencer1506]

@Briggs Gibson I watch on flixzone. Just search on google for it =)

[@kyeclyde6058]

@Briggs Gibson I would suggest flixzone. You can find it on google :)

[@jenniferxjeffrey]

Which works better? This or a typical rodi system?

[@crowsoldier59]

You're awesome George.

[@bef42004]

What's the flow rate? Like say I want 5 gallons of RODI water, how long would it take?

[@davidmueller3212]

What fraternity were you in? I’ve been watching your videos. Ready to try my first saltwater aquarium

[@johnmarkzimm]

Wow, I was just thinking about getting one of these units. I only have a 29 gal Biocube so I thought it would be perfect. If the di canister is white, how do you see if the stuff inside has changed color? And how many gallons does it waste per filtered gallon?

[@andrewcameron9834]

aquatic life sells a clear canister for the resin on its other units. I run one so far so good.

[@foggycloud2583]

The resin cartridge is semi transparent, You can still observe the color change through it.

[@coralfish12g]

You really should! I wish I got mine sooner! The DI resin actually visibly changes color so you know when to replace it! They do this on purpose as a feature, it's actually really obvious when it changes.

[@vincenttaylor2975]

Could you make a video about your experience joining a fraternity? I am an upper classman in highschool.

[@jairocampos2584]

Great video you just saved someone’s tank

[@tangaako5908]

Hi George, may i know what kind of LEDlighting would u recommend for a 10gal reef tank? 😊

[@coralfish12g]

George Ison The AI Prime HD! Check them out on my website!

[@genericperson8049]

THANK YOU!! I have to have this!

[@briangale896]

Can you make a video on how to stock a reef tank?

[@legozombiemocmaker8026]

how do the fritz salt compare the reef crystal salt

[@EyeStabbingYum]

How long does the filter last?

[@kidzdestroy342]

Hi, I'm getting ready to set up my first saltwater tank this week and I'm super excited! Would you recommend this system for a 30 gallon tank? Thanks in advance!

[@coralfish12g]

Rufus Savage Hi, awesome! Welcome to the hobby! Yes, this is literally perfect for beginners setting up their first nano reefs!

[@bramdesmet7675]

I live in Belgium, and the water from our tap is one of the best in the world. However, our phosphate, nitrate etc. is almost 0. should u still recommand buying this?

[@pablomay28]

You went from Reef Crystals to Red Sea Coral Pro, to Fritz. Any particular reason why? I only ask because I am planing on going to red sea coral pro.

[@coralfish12g]

I started getting the cheapest and bare minimum Reef Crystals as a kid, it was fine, but doesn't add much for corals, so I moved to Red Sea's Salt which dissolves clear, but not all of it there is always some at the bottom of the container. Now I am trying out Fritz, because it is the hot salt out on the market right now, and I have heard amazing things about it. So far so good. You can buy all these salts on my website too!

[@pablomay28]

CoralFish12g I asked because I am also thinking about switching. I will probably buy Fritz and Aquaforest Reef salts and make another of my comparison videos. Thanks for the reply.

[@darkflame1996]

Your videos are awesome 👍😎

[@musiclives43v3r]

How fast does it filter the water? Would I be able to take an. hour or so in the basement and bring everything back up? I don't trust the people in my hall enough to leave the equipment and water down there

[@coralfish12g]

musiclives43v3r Yes, it's pretty fast. I think it's less likely to be messed with or stolen than your laundry which most kids leave down there. You can do it late at night too.

[@JoeMeza805]

Perfect just what i needed! just picked it up!

[@PeterSFam]

Actually if you college has any sort of biology research lab they have a ready source of RO/DI water, ask, most of the time they won't care if you come and fill some tanks up.

[@michaelroundtree6874]

How many gallons of Rodi do you normally get before having to change some media?

[@coralfish12g]

It's a 100 GPD unit so x12 months it could make 1200+ gallons!

[@sheilaarmenti5321]

Should you have a bigger tank?

[@devontrigg642]

Good video, but you only really need a good RO , the DI chamber is an unnecessary expense for the majority of users, that was well know for years

[@devontrigg642]

Further info: www.aquarium-pond-answers.com/2016/01/use-of-ro-di-softwater-in-aquariums.html

[@salsapicante]

What kind of light is that?

[@vonksaqua3482]

Good video with a funny twist

[@strawchainpro971]

Where does it go the other end of red wire?? Can anyone tell me please?

[@muhammadsufiyan6246]

How much water wastage ? Is it the same as typical rodi unit?

[@117Burn]

What about rain water, can you use rain water, if you catch it with a plastic roof?

[@coralfish12g]

No, unless you run that through a RODI machine.

[@armouredjester1622]

Fun fact: The water that Adam Sandler was all about in The Waterboy was NOT RODI water, it was, in fact, glacier water. They understood that good water is not PURE water.

[@flamepeace]

in brazil we dont have comercial salt water for reef tanks in the fish storages

[@flamepeace]

RODI machine are so EXPENSIVE... only see in laboratory diagnosis (not public)

[@sergiodealba6424]

You can buy it on internet

[@wubalubadubdub9099]

I use to do my own R/O water but it's a lot cheaper in England to purchase from a shop due to water meters in most homes.

[@charles-antoinegagnon5997]

Nice George! Can we buy it from canada? 😊