A new ELOS is born..

[MAXreefer]

or at least on his way. :cool:
So this evening I pulled the trigger and ordered the Elos Mini.
I have been looking for a nice Nano that fits the style of the family room. I wanted also more the "all-in-one" as I don't want to have cables and all kind of other equipment everywhere. Having to travel a lot for work it should be easy to maintain also.
I have been going back and forward between several nano rimless systems and just felt in love with the sleek design of the Elos.
Agreed it is not the cheapest system (and you pay for the Elos logo) but it has just that special something. At least for me.
Also I got the Elos e-lite LED lights. Even being a big fan of the AI LED's and their quality the module is just to big to match the sleek design of the Elos.
For my purposes the Elos light will be the optimal. I liked also the ATI Powermodule a lot but I wanted to avoid the light reflections around the tank and needed a light that just lights up the tank and nothing else.

For now I will also ad a Vortech MP10 to the system

I am planning on having just a nice small LR arangement, a nice RBTA with a pair of "not so common" clowns and maybe a pair of Harlequin shrimp. A few nice Acans on the sand but that should be it.

Once I get the tank here I will post the setup and progress to tag along...:beerchug:

Here are a few pics of the Elos (not my pics!!) with specifications:

•Elos MINI pool (17x17x16).
•Elos SQUARE stand- 35.5 tall in maple.
•Crystal Clear Glass-91% clarity-low iron lead free on all 3 panels.
•Elos proprietary Black silicone sealed.
•Ready to plug and play: each aquarium includes all the necessary equipment:
tubing & plumbing for an easy set-up.
•Surface overflow: the water comes to the filter (SUMP) via the surface overflow
•Elos SUMP 100 with eheim return pump and built in top off reservoir.
•Protein Skimmer ELOS NS100
•e-lite LED Lighting w/cooling fan

http://www.tcmas.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=407&pictureid=4414

http://www.tcmas.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=407&pictureid=4418

http://www.tcmas.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=407&pictureid=4415

http://www.tcmas.org/forums/picture.php?albumid=407&pictureid=4416

[wireefman]

just a beautiful set up... i love thoes tanks... congrats on the purchase:beerchug:

[BeerNut]

Very nice.:beerchug:

[FryzDog]

Congrats on the big purchase!

[brendondreher]

That sounds like a beautiful tank. Cant wait for pics!

[acharpenter]

Your set ups make me totally drool man! Cant wait for pics dude!

[oyam123]

1st Dibs when you sell this one.;)
Good luck.....nice system.:beerchug:

[clownnut]

looking forward to seeing it in person. ;):beerchug:

[lizmomdad]

looks great Michael

[fivesmallworlds]

WOW! Beautiful tank! If I end up downgrading at any point, that would be a likely candidate!

[hypertech]

Downsizing not downgrading. Tanks don't have to be bigger to be better. :biggthumpup:

That light fixture is very cool. It will be interesting to hear your thoughts on how it compares to the other LED system you had.

[MAXreefer]

Thanks for the nice comments guys....

As I couldn't find the Elos locally I ordered it through Einstein Aquatics. I must say they have a great customer service and can recommend the store for sure. They offered me the "all sides" clear glass option for a price way below the regular price :beerchug:
Just got a call from Elos USA and the tank is on his way. From what they told me I will get the first setup with the newest skimmer design here in the US and assured me this thing will kick ***....

The shipment will include a second Elos Mini... Now you can start guessing who else here on TCMAS is getting one also....;)

[coralreefer]

I will be looking forward to this build! Tank looks great in the pics.

[dobbs]

The shipment will include a second Elos Mini... Now you can start guessing who else here on TCMAS is getting one also....;)

Wow Michael - You shouldn't have ;) :beerchug:

[rihanssu]

Michaels next thread will be "selling Elos Mini" the main body will say " Selling to fund a bigger tank" ;P

[MAXreefer]

Michaels next thread will be "selling Elos Mini" the main body will say " Selling to fund a bigger tank" ;P

Dang...you guys all know me pretty well....:gay1:

I am setting up this little guy at the moment and found a sweet spot in the room making sure there is still enough space for a bigger one....;)

Pics from the setup will follow soon...

[dustybaker]

That thing looks like it came from the hallmark shop, I would be afraid to break it with my junk yard methods. Sweet tank!:gay1:

[clownnut]

Dang...you guys all know me pretty well....:gay1:

I am setting up this little guy at the moment and found a sweet spot in the room making sure there is still enough space for a bigger one....;)

Pics from the setup will follow soon...

the elos 160xl looking pretty sweet.:gay1::gay1::gay1::gay1::gay1:

[kvmn]

you don't have to go too far ,,you can get 160xl from me M

[MAXreefer]

The Mini arrived last week so here we go....

Besides the Mini described above I got the following:

Controller
ReekKeeper Lite
RKM SL-1 Module expansion for PH probe and ATO
Digital Aquatics Double Float Switch Kit w/ Mounts

Powerhead
Vortech MP10 (running in reef crest mode)

Filtration:
15lbs of fully cured Fiji, Marshall and Bali LR
Chemi-Pure Elite

Substrate
20lbs of Aragonite Live Sand Fiji Pink

Below a few pictures of the setup and initial landscaping:
The tank arrived
http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100113_5.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100113_6.jpg

Initial Sump setup
http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100114_7.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100114_8.jpg

I got those silicon trivets from Target to place under the pumps to eliminate vibration...WORKS GREAT!!
http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/thumbnails/Elos_20100116_9.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/thumbnails/Elos_20100116_11.jpg

Trying to keep things organized
http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100117_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100116_10.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100117_5.jpg

From cloudy to crystal clear

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100117_6.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100118_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100118_7.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100118_8.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100118_11.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100118_3.jpg

[lr9788]

Looks incredible!
Very nice tank

[Chris Goetz]

Wow!!!
Super nice setup and I love the rock setup.
:biggthumpup:

[RaysReef]

nice michael! I figured you bought corals/frags for a reason and not just for the frag tank ;)

[oyam123]

Nice!
But I like the 180 better....:beerchug:

[Lando]

Mmmmmmm....I just love that new tank smell:cool:

Looks good!

[clownnut]

clean, organized, now you making me want an elos.:coolmad::gay1:;);)

[Zibba]

Great new tank Michael. I can't wait to see this tank mature and hear your thoughts on the system.

Cheers,
- Eric

[PaulTushaus]

wow amazing tank love it. :beerchug:

[Mike Bennett]

Makes my Biocube look like tupperware!:nuts:

[MAXreefer]

Thanks for the nice comments guys!! :beerchug:

Here are a few pics from my progress. My goal is still the same..Want to keep it clean and simple. No SPS planned in this one...Still not sure if I will keep everything the way it is now...

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_8.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_7.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_5.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_4.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_6.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100125_3.jpg

[wireefman]

LOVIN IT!!!!!!:beerchug:

[gamepoint]

I know you said no sps, but keeping with the colors and simple design I think it some encrusting monti's like sunset, undata, and maybe superman would tie in great. Don't you love that unsolicited advice:nuts:

[MAXreefer]

I know you said no sps, but keeping with the colors and simple design I think it some encrusting monti's like sunset, undata, and maybe superman would tie in great. Don't you love that unsolicited advice:nuts:

lol.... I know what you are saying....
just a hint..I have those guys you mentioned in my frag tank and probably it will be only a matter of time before they ......
Just not rushing things now..Don't want to push the new tank to the limit...

[clownnut]

nice gorgonian corals.
scoly looking nice.

[clownnut]

i can see the blue moon light on the leather in th background.:biggrin:
i want to see the moon light shots.

[mrmatt]

Very nice looking tank! I love the Elos stuff even if it is a little on the spendy side. I looked at the 160 more than a few times but just couldn't stomach the cost, maybe someday. How are you liking the LED light?

[kvmn]

how about skimmer shot? working good?

[clownnut]

how about skimmer shot? working good?

where are pics of your elos?;)

[RaysReef]

nice and clean michael! love the color scheme

[kvmn]

where are pics of your elos?;)

which Elos are u talking about ?

[REEFSTOCK]

Thanks for the nice comments guys!! :beerchug:

Want to keep it clean and simple. No SPS planned in this one...




I heard that! :mad_3:

[clownnut]

I heard that! :mad_3:

??????????????????

[coralreefer]

Wow, great looking tank already! You work quickly :beerchug:

[rihanssu]

Wow, great looking tank already! You work quickly :beerchug:


just wait till you see how fast he tears it down to build his custom rimless 450 gallon all SPS tank. ;)

[nate_mcnasty]

how much par is that light putting out?

[clownnut]

any pics of those semi picasso?:biggrin:

[MAXreefer]

any pics of those semi picasso?:biggrin:

I knew you would ask....;)
Those little guys are not that easy to get into the picture but those are some I took yesterday.
They are still young and small and need to color up but you get an idea
Thanks for getting me those Li..I really like them a lot :beerchug:

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_5.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_7.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_8.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_9.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_3.jpg

[irish02bk]

Thats a nice looking tank, what does that setup cost??? i'm thinking the GF might even like that one to allow for another in the house...

[clownnut]

I knew you would ask....;)
Those little guys are not that easy to get into the picture but those are some I took yesterday.
They are still young and small and need to color up but you get an idea
Thanks for getting me those Li..I really like them a lot :beerchug:

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_5.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_7.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_8.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_9.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Picassos/thumbnails/Elos_20100204_3.jpg

take care of those little. i really like the one with a small hole in the pattern.
glad to see you like them.cant wait to see those guys color up.

[MAXreefer]

Thats a nice looking tank, what does that setup cost??? i'm thinking the GF might even like that one to allow for another in the house...
Will PM you buddy...

how about skimmer shot? working good?
It took the skimmer about 10 days to really kick in. Below are a few shots just after he really started working. In the mean time he is doing even better. Those pics are taken only a couple hours after cleaning:

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/thumbnails/Elos_20100129_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/thumbnails/Elos_20100129_3.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/thumbnails/Elos_20100129_4.jpg




Well the more the tank matures the happier I am with it.
The skimmer really kicked in now and is pulling some serious dark stuff. I was not expecting this to be honest.
Now I start dreaming of having a "couple" Mini's next to each other all with different themes....:lolspin: Just KIDDING

Will try to make some new FTS soon.

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Corals/photos/Elos_20100204_2.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Corals/photos/Elos_20100204_3.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Corals/photos/Elos_20100204_2_6.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Corals/photos/Elos_20100204_2_2.jpg

[wireefman]

i love this tank more and more

[MAXreefer]

i love this tank more and more

Thanks buddy....
You like my Dendro's? :gay1:

[wireefman]

:mad_3:lol.... u know it!!!:mad_3:

[MAXreefer]

Moved things around a bit....

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100208_4.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100208_2.jpg

[Screwtape]

We seem to have similar taste in some things. You have a lobo that I imagine you got from SWE as well. I just got a small frag of it recently too, plus one of those Scolymias I was eyeing there as well!

Great looking tank though, really like it.

[lr9788]

Truly an incredible system!

[nate_mcnasty]

looks like you need a bigger tank :gay1:

[chefb_5]

This is a very nice setup! I really like your dendros and the stick looking coral (sorry i have no idea what kind of coral the stick looking things are!)

[rihanssu]

looks like you need a bigger tank :gay1:

he's already trying to justify how he's gonna get it in the house without being made fun of ;)

[Thle009]

Wait!
Are LED's adequate for Corals?

[RaysReef]

Wait!
Are LED's adequate for Corals?

The expensive kind :cool:

[clownnut]

Moved things around a bit....

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100208_4.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Elos2/photos/Elos_20100208_2.jpg

nice. where are the clowns? i dont see them in the pics?

[lr9788]

Li check out the second picture right under the hammer...

[MAXreefer]

nice. where are the clowns? i dont see them in the pics?

hm..Now you mention it...
No worries...Those little guys are going nowhere. Just hiding I guess

[MAXreefer]

Li check out the second picture right under the hammer...

I guess Li and myself should get a pair of glasses soon... Happens when you get old...;)

[lr9788]

well apparently when you are old you can also afford really nice coral...seems like a decent trade off

[this1fish]

they are under the hammer in the first pic too. Very nice tank too! makes me miss mine.

Edit: HOLY ****..................... i just look up the price on those tanks and damn they are expensive....

[clownnut]

I guess Li and myself should get a pair of glasses soon... Happens when you get old...;)

lol.i cant believed i miss that.lol

[kvmn]

they are under the hammer in the first pic too. Very nice tank too! makes me miss mine.

Edit: HOLY ****..................... i just look up the price on those tanks and damn they are expensive....

sure alot more than your glasscage

[mrbill]

Very nice Michael. Could you tell me where you get your gorgs?

[MAXreefer]

Very nice Michael. Could you tell me where you get your gorgs?

Thank you.
I got them from LiveAquaria. They were not WYSIWYG and I was not expecting them to be that nice and big. Was a nice surprise.

[MAXreefer]

I don't know why they call them "clownfish". Sometimes I don't think they are that funny at all as one of my semi Picasso's decided to go carpet surfing recently...grrrrr :mad_3:

His buddy got quite lonely and I decided to give him a new roommate.

ORA semi Snowflake:

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Snowflakes/photos/Elos_20100321_6.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Snowflakes/photos/Elos_20100321_3.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Snowflakes/photos/Elos_20100321_5.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Snowflakes/photos/Elos_20100321_11.jpg

http://homepage.mac.com/maxreefer/Snowflakes/photos/Elos_20100321_2.jpg

[oyam123]

The FUNNY part is how much people will pay for them!:biggrin: