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I need an auto top off
I need an auto top off. I was looking at a few of the float swiches on aquahub.com but I DO NOT want to do any
DIY -ing. Any Ideas on where I could get a float swich where you dont have to do any wireing. I already have the pump (aqualifter).
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marine depot has floats that are plug and play but there around $70. i just ordered mine from aquahub to save cost.
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they work well a friend of mine has them here is the link
Click here
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I used to use the
Tunze auto top-off and was quite happy with it. It's pretty easy to set up.
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Ouch the Tunze setup isn't so easy on the wallet. I think I am just going to let gravity do it's thing.
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I just picked up the JBJ auto top off on eBay for about $90 shipped. I haven't installed it yet, but it appears to be well built and easy enough to use.
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bernie,
is the JBJ
ATO a complete top off unit, i mean do you need to add anything besides a pump?
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Well guys and gals, I installed it tonight. Works like a charm, so far so good atleast...
Rob to answer your question, the only things you have to add are a bucket, pipe to get the water to the tank, and a pump. The kit comes with the controller, two float switches and all the hangy thingies so you dont have to use suction cups...
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awesome bernie, thanks for the info..
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I ordered the ifloat float switch from aqua hub. I also ordered the mold-a-holder for it.
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cool... let us know how everything works out when you get it all set up...
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