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MBR127 Macroalgae Reactor

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$129.99

$229.99
Discontinued by Bulk Reef Supply
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Grow macroalgae without a refugium!

Growing algae like chaetomorpha will greatly help your reef aquarium with nutrient issues like nitrate and phosphate. The Skimz MBR127 Macroalgae reactor is designed to be placed in any sump and includes a LED lighting system designed for algae growth.

Dimensions - 7" L x 7" W x 17" H

  • DC Controllable Quiet Pro Pump
  • Quartz Sleeve
  • LED Lighting System
  • Integrated algae containment plates

 

Refugiums are a proven nutrient reduction method that grow specific algae like chaetomorpha that intake nutrients such as nitrate and phosphate. However, refugiums take up a lot of space, usually make a mess of your sump, and they are not efficient at directing flow through the algae. The Skimz MBR127 Macroalgae Reactor allows you to grow algae within a contained system, letting you have full control of the flow rate through the reactor and direct contact with the LED lighting system.

 

LED Lighting

All Skimz Macroalgae Reactors include a high power LED lighting system that is encased in a crystal clear quartz sleeve. Quartz sleeves provide the highest optical clarity allowing much more light to pass through when compared to typical glass. The LEDs were selected to provide excellent nutrient intake while providing rapid growth. As water flows through the reactor and contacts the quartz sleeve, it will actively cool the LED lights. We do not recommend turning the light on without water flow through the reactor. 

 

Controllable Quiet Pro DC Pump

The included DC pump gives you full control of the flow through the algae. The highly efficient Quiet Pro DC pumps run extremely quiet, using a brushless 6-pole synchronous motor. They also utilize a slow start-up mode that gradually builds up speed over the duration of about 20 seconds. With 9 different speed settings, dialing in the reactor is as simple as pushing up or down on the pump controller. 

 

Max Tank Volume Recommendation - 100 Gallons

The size of macroalgae reactor your aquarium requires will vary depending on the amount of nutrient reduction needed. We suggest using the largest macroalgae reactor you can fit in your sump. 

 

Specifications

Dimensions - 7" x 7" x 17"

Min Water Level - 2.75"

Reactor Total Volume - 0.85 Gallons (approx)

Number of LEDs - 36 LEDs

LED Colors - Red, Blue, White

Pump Max Flow - 320 GPH

Pump Max Power - 13W

 

What's Included?

1x MBR127 Reactor

1x QP1.2 Skimz Quiet Pro Pump

1x Pump Controller

1x LED Lighting System

1x LED Power Supply

1x Pump Power Supply

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UPC 8886390383006
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Product Questions

Where can I find a Manual for the MBR127 Alage Reactor Or instructions Lost the Instructiions
Question by: Saul Goodkin on Jan 17, 2020, 6:09 PM
Hey there!

A manual can be found at the bottom of this page! http://skimz.sg/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=178

Take care
Answer by: Thomas Billington on Jan 22, 2020, 2:52 PM
I purchased the MBR127 last week...set it up and the light only flashes and I get some kind of error message on the display (E4)...any ideas?
Question by: Peyton on Mar 10, 2018, 3:12 PM
When the light is flashing, that means the power supplies need to be switched. Running the pump power supply on the lights will cause them to flash.
Answer by: Chad on Mar 14, 2018, 4:06 PM
What model o-ring is used on this product if it breaks and needs replacing i cant see it listed on skimz o rings ?
Question by: Desmond on Dec 21, 2017, 3:39 AM
Thanks for reaching out to BRS!

Currently, we do not have replacement O-rings for this unit in house. If issues do arise with them, please reach out to us and we can get the replacement part to you.

Have a great day.
Answer by: Josh Cuta on Dec 26, 2017, 3:02 PM
There are no instructions on how to use the digital pump controller other than "start with a pump speed of 2 and increase it as the algae grows." How many pump speeds are there? When I use the controller it gives me F1, F2 (function controls). There is no information, anywhere, that I can find with instructions on how to use the pump speed controller. None on the Skimz site, on the BRS site, YouTube, etc. HELP!
Question by: Roger Brooks on Nov 22, 2017, 9:40 PM
Hey there,

Thankfully, Skimz has made control of their QP pumps very simple. There are 20 speed settings on the pump from F1 to F20, allowing for incremental control from 5% to 100%.

Have a great day!
Answer by: Zack on Nov 24, 2017, 9:44 AM
Did BRS try this out?
If so-did you run 24 hrs a day or counter time to dt lights on.
Did you see any impact to ph?
Thanks
Question by: Lawrence Block on Nov 21, 2017, 5:33 PM
We have used the MBR reactors and they work great for containing and growing algae. We never did anything too scientific with the reactors but we try a 24-hour cycle with dismal results compared to a 12 on - 12 off cycle or even an 8 on - 3 off cycle.
Answer by: Charlie on Nov 22, 2017, 1:10 PM
I was wondering how well pods do inside of it? I would rather have something like this than a refugium do to space saving but want to keep mandarins.
Question by: joshua on Nov 9, 2017, 10:01 AM
Pods and other critters survive very well inside of the MBR reactors. The awesome thing about the reactor is if the pods do decide to swim out they do not need to go through a pump, which greatly increases their chances of survival.
Answer by: Charlie on Nov 25, 2017, 10:48 AM
Do 7x7x17 dimensions take into account white "flower like" plates, which used to join top and bottom part or 7 is just diameter of black tube ? I've limited space in sump (emarald 26) and I had issue with skimz before, when their documented dimensions didn't include "outside" parts extending from main body
Question by: Alexey on May 28, 2017, 2:13 PM
Those dimensions do take into account the flared mounting plates. The reaction chamber itself is about 4.5", and the plates at their widest are about 7".

Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on Jun 5, 2017, 4:47 PM
I am very pleased with this purchase. How often should I perform maintenance and what would that be? Will the algae need to be manicured at some point?
Question by: Mike on May 13, 2017, 10:20 AM
Hey there,
Glad to hear you're liking your new reactor! We've been very pleased with the results we've seen so far as well. The maintenance interval will depend quite a bit on your nutrient levels in your tank, but a good starting point would probably be every 1-2 weeks. You will need to periodically harvest a portion of your algae mass so that you are completing the process of exporting the bound-up nutrients in the algae bio-mass, and also providing space for new growth.

Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on May 15, 2017, 4:15 PM
What macroalgae is suggested with this reactor? Have you considered having a starter kit? Is it worth a brstv episode to review this and other products which substitute for a refugium?
Question by: Mike on Apr 28, 2017, 5:15 PM
Hey there,
This reactor can be used with a variety of macro-algae types, but the most popular and easiest to find by far would be the Chaetomorpha types. I'm afraid we really don't get into selling any livestock and as a result wouldn't really be able to offer a complete starter package. There are lots of sources both locally and online that should be able to provide you with a small starter culture.

Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on May 1, 2017, 5:50 PM
1) You would have to seed the reactor with Chaetomorpha?
2) Describe the water inlet and outlet.
3) The top of the reactor would have to be out of the water?
4) The picture shows it lights up when in use. Is that the case or just a dramatization?
Question by: LJT on Apr 28, 2017, 9:59 AM
Hey there,
Chaetomorpha and other macro-algae do require a cutting or tissue sample to get the algae culture started. From there, the algae should grow and fill in the reactor as nutrients are available. The reactor works through an up-flow design and the water is returned back to the bottom internally and will exit at the bottom. Because the light's wiring connections are at the top of the canister, you will need to ensure that these are above the water. The reactor utilizes internal LEDs to provide light to the algae and will produce a reddish light with the idea wavelengths to promote plant/algae growth.

Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on May 1, 2017, 5:29 PM