JetStream ?????

[nyfireman3097]

For you guys out there using one please shed some feedback about this reactor Im interested in gettig one instead of my MRC reactor

[Miguelito]

There is a great and long thread on the reactor by Ewan on RC. It is must reading.

Its funny you say this, my JS1 has never seen water and I was ready to set it up, but I do like the design of the Deltec 501/601. Trying to decide right now.

[fkadir]

Get the latest version of the 501/601 if you decide on the Deltec (the one which the lid comes completely off). Makes life easier when filling or draining the reactor.

[G.Alexander]

I like my JetStream1. Works very well since 6 years now. IMO the disadvantages are the relative elaborate granulate filling (remove the whole reactor camber) & the need of a extra peristaltic pump to get a constant water flow. I like to add, this is the only CaCO2 reactor I have personally used.

G.Alexander

[Ewan]

There's a good base of jetstream users here on zeovit.com. I'm sure we can address any questions.

As many can attest, the significant obstacle to overcome is feeding the reactor.

I've been using my JS1 for a year and a half, and it's the most consistant reactor I've used (my third, and final reactor). The quality of build is second to none.

-E.

[Miguelito]

OK never mind, I'll keep the JS1. ;-)

I really was thinking Deltec because I like the theory of more fluidized media but if you guys say the Schuran works great I'll fire it up later this week. Especially since I already made the investment of the peristaltic pump.

G.A. - I've actually read that some people consider the removable media chamber an advantage rather than a disadvantage?

[Chad W]

I like my JS-1 and how you can remove the media chaimber. Plus the drain valve is very handy. Using the large media is great as well.
Take Care,
Chad

[Ewan]

G.A. - The removable chamber is actually my favorite part of this reactor! Previous reactors I've owned required me to completely remove every hose and take the entire unit to the sink to clean once a year. Because it was always such a PITA, I always put it off.

However, the jetstream (and the coarse coral sand) run so clean, I wouldn't have to tear this reactor down to clean it anyway. But it is nice to take the entire chamber to the sink for a quick wipedown, and then fill it up and go again.

The drain in the bottom of the reactor is also a big plus for me too.

I will definately admit that the use of a peri pump makes this running this reactor very consistant. I don't think I would run it without one. Especially after trying everything else.

-E.

[Detritivore]

where are you guys getting the peri pumps?

[Chad W]

I just started using a Aqua-Medic SP3000 dosing pump from MD. As well the Grotech is probably really good.
Take Care,
Chad

[G.Alexander]

Here are links to two continuous operation peristaltic pumps, used by some members for the JetStream:

Grotech: http://www.grotech.de/ENGLISH/index....sp4800-sp4800s

The SP4800S has a fixed flow rate of 4800 ml per hour, the SP4800 is adjustable in the range of 500 ml – 4800 ml.

Alternative and cheaper is the AquaMedic pump: http://www.aqua-medic.de/cgi-bin/php...g=en&cat_id=10

G.Alexander

[nyfireman3097]

I dont understand what you guys mean by the pump ??? Also Is it like a regular Cal Reactor where you use a controller and bubble counter ???

[Miguelito]

I dont understand what you guys mean by the pump ??? Also Is it like a regular Cal Reactor where you use a controller and bubble counter ???

Nick, you really should read the RC thread. All your answers on the peri pump will be answered there.

[Detritivore]

actually the peri pump is the reason that i am, well...hesitant about the jetstream (other than the fact that i've never set up a reactor before, LOL) but i really like the other features of the JS-1

the deltec reactors, on the other hand, basically limit you to one brand of media (you can use other media, it just doesnt work like its supposed to)...so you are basically stuck with the ROWA-lith...i dont really like that either...

anyway, thats how i feel

[Chad W]

I'm pretty sure w/ the JS-1 you will be limited to using only the coarse gravel type Ca. media. These reactors use a recirculating pump that is flowing 300+ gph. Any smaller media would probably create quit a dust storm. Other reactors such as the Korallin 3000 use a pump that if I remember right flows like 80pgh. I think the reason for so much flow on the JS-1 is to create a effective venturi pulling unused co2 from the top of the recirc. head back down and into the injector where it is turned into fine bubbles and sent back through the media.
Take Care,
Chad