For the last decade, ive been using neptune systems aquacontroller. Neptune systems aquarium controllers for sale in stock. I use the apex to turn various pieces of gear on and off, to get alerts when certain items are out of range, and to track water parameters. Reefangel a controller made for the diy reefkeeper by terence fugazzi 8 years ago 6 comments as some of you may or may not know, i am not only an aquarium controller addict, i am also probably one of the most vocal advocates out there for making this a standard piece of equipment on just about every reef. The apex has to be hooked to your computerwired internet connection for the initial installation and any updates because the file downloads are so huge it takes a while and if you lose wifi signal during that time you can brick your apex, so have to have a hard connection for software downloads, other than that you can run it wireless. This repository of articles grows annually, sharing what i know and photodocumenting those experiences.
Hands down, the apex has the most featurerich, field tested software of any controller on the market today. I have had 3 of these made over the years by harry singer and i only need one lol. Neptune systems apexel aquarium controller product code. Apex custom controller box socalireefs online reefing. Apex controller base unit neptune systems bulk reef supply. Apex fusion allows you to track your aquariums current conditions at all times, including when you are away. Its brs recommended the neptune apex aquarium controller. The apex controller has two different methods of control, through fusion, the cloud based software, and through the dashboard. Pickup in 92833 fullerton any questions just message me. Set reminders, log testing and dosing information and much moreincluded wifi lets you now connect to the internet even easier. Apex jr vs reef angel equipment forum nanoreef community. Rne00449 we will also ship any other neptune systems products ordered with this product 2day air, free of charge.
The apex fusion software will record the ph levels and create a graph illustrating the ph level over time. The apex system can be as simple or advanced as you want it to be. Diy or plug and play kits available, automate your reef tank keep your fishy friends safe and happy for years to come. Apex controller system with builtin wifi reef2land. The apex aqua controller has been finally released to the market and the pre orders are slowly being filled.
The apex base unit abu is far different than from what any other controller at this price level is offering. Our flagship monitoring and control system our apex system has been touted by industry professionals as the bestvalue aquarium controller on the market today. The new adaptive reef controller cabinet is a modular wire management system for your aquarium equipment. The intelligent onboard software allows you to set a baseline 0% output, so your light shuts off when your apex vdm port is off or set to 0% in auto mode. Upgrade your classic apex controller to the newest technology with the new apex controller base unit.
Get all the features of the flagship apex controller system at an affordable price with the apexel aquarium controller system. With a neptune system, you can easily monitor your aquarium from anywhere, as well as allowing you to prevent a disaster in advance such as a malfunction of your equipment with notifications and updates sent directly to you via your smart device. Neptune systems new apex wifi controller system marine. Neptune wifi apex controller system is fully loaded and now includes wifi built in along with the new eb 832 energy bar. The wide variety of controllability with the apex controller system and its easy to use cloud interface makes it a perfect option for a fully automated reef tank. Neptune systems has announced a new generation of apex aquarium controller which completely overhauls the aquarium hobbys most popular controlling system. You can use this thread to seek help and to stay updated with the. Apex is 3dprinting software developed exclusively for airwolf 3d printers and designed to make 3d printing a more simple, intuitive process. Feel free to reference it, copy it or use it in any manner that you wish. The reef angle has one thing going for it i like their list of what it does. Sold apex controller and extras boston reefers society. This web server is part of the apexs firmware and is truly the secret sauce to its success. Neptune has listened to what you want, adding more standard features to. Reefangel a controller made for the diy reefkeeper.
Everything is 100% new and includes the box and all original accessories. Apex wifi controller system and trident marine aquarium. Reef angel aquarium controller is the first opensource aquarium controller to offer the reefing hobbyist full control of hardware and software to accommodate their reefing needs. Apex controller and iphone app 3reef aquarium forums. The neptune systems apex aquarium controller system includes everything to monitor and control your aquariums from anywhere in the world. This will run for 15 seconds out of every 2 hours, continuously.
Ok, i just got it straight from neptune systems, the app works for the apex except you cannot configure the controller from the iphone app. The apex is a selfcontained monitoring platform built for reliability for when things go wrong its not just a toy to play with when everything is aok. Like a few other features, this is outdated, when compared to controllers that seamlessly and wirelessly unite lights, routers and computer based control software. The apex controller by neptune systems is the best selling and trusted brand for an aquarium controller.
Apex fusion monitors and automatically regulates the most important parameters in your reef tank including ph, orp, salinity. Reef keeper elite vs apex aqua controller reef builders. Neptune systems apex controllers neptune systems apex. Easily control your apex from anywhere, with no networking knowledge required. Wifi apex controller system with display neptune systems.
Set reminders, log testing and dosing information and much more. But again you have to be willing to invest the time into the controller. And, there is an added bonus, you get an extra temperature port as well as six io switch inputs for use on ato, feed buttons, or whatever else you may come up. Web based this application enables the user to access and control neptune aquacontrollers and supports the apex all versions as well as the aquacontroller 3, aquacontroller 3 pro firmware version 3. Neptune systems are complex monitoring systems with an emphasis on detail. The new apex controller system has wifi built in, includes a redesigned energy bar 832 with eight 120v ac outlets, includes an internal 100w 24vdc power supply as well. It has ph and temperature monitoring and like all apex systems it can be expanded with modules and probes later on. The company was founded in 1995 for the purpose of developing affordable water quality monitoring and control instrumentation. Builtin wifi, salinity, temperature, and ph monitoring. A proper monitoring and control system for your aquarium solves both. If your looking for an aquarium controller the apex system can do it all.
Built in wifi, salinity, temperature, ph, monitoring. Apex custom controller box reef2reef saltwater and reef. The robotank diy aquarium controller is a high quality reef pi hardware solution. How i built this diy saltwater aquarium apex controller cabinet. Feb 03, 2020 anyone looking for a cool controller for your apex.
Yet, there are still aquarists who are shy about implementing an aquarium controller. Here you will find videos and livestreams that will help you understand more about the apex including. Tell someone you own a saltwater aquarium you will usually hear this. Near the end of 2011, i gifted myself the apex controller, the latest available version at that time. The apex controller has two different methods of control, through fusion, the cloudbased software, and through the dashboard. I like the controllers to switch on and off led lighting schemes. Hands down, the apex has the most featurerich, field tested software.
Apex fusion is a cloudbased software that communicates with the hardware. Below is the complete program that i am running in my apex controller. Today we spotlight the basic setup of the neptune apex aquarium controller in this brstv spotlight video. Mar 01, 2014 this is a stepbystep video on how to complete a firmware update for your apex aquarium controller. The neptune apex is the foundation on which ive decide to build all of my reef tanks. On other control platforms you either have to use a.
The new apex also comes with a pm2 built in so you can nativly monitor salinity without having to buy any extra modules or probes. The new apex is different in so many incredible ways and it finally brings with it a huge new crop of improvements that will help make the apex even easier and more capable than ever before. Sep 17, 2012 you dont need a wireless router and they say to connect apex using a data cable at first. Neptune systems apexel aquarium controller marine depot. Ekoral promises to change that paradigm with simple, easy and intuitive software that will do all the same basic functions we expect from an aquarium controller, but you might not even have to read a manual to really dial in your reef tank. Reef angel aquarium controller was built in the same opensource electronics prototyping platform as the world famous arduino. The trident is an automated testing system that regularly tests alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium in your saltwater aquarium and then communicates this information to your apex so you can get alerts, and change your dosing.
The neptune systems apexel aquarium controller has builtin wifi, temperature, ph, monitoring and much more. The apex controller is by far one of the most advanced dedicated aquarium controllers on the market today. Every apex has a built in webserver tech talk for its control software. Apex fusion monitors and automatically regulates the most important parameters in your reef tank including ph, orp, salinity, lighting, pumps and more. First i had the ac ii, then later upgraded to the ac 3. Please comment, like, share, subscribe and hit that notification bell to be instantly notified. Having the app now lets your apple desktop, ipad, or phone receive notifications directly from your apex controller. Pickup in 92833 fullerton any questions just dm me. Now supports editing apex program using single edit page showing all outlets on 1 page.
Welcome to the development thread of reef pi, an opensource, affordable, modular diy reef tank controller based on raspberry pi. It all starts with the onboard web server inside the apex base unit. Neptune systems makes aquarium automation easy and economical with the new apexel aquarium controller. If you are trying to build a reef pi controller, please check out the build guides linked below. If your pc and the router is close to the tank just use a data cable with rj45 plug and run the wire to the apex controller. Every apex has a built in webserver tech talk for its control software and builtin web interface with complete functionality even if the internet is down. Apex controllers can control just about anything on your reef tank or saltwater system. For the brs team there is one saltwater aquarium controller that earns the brs recommended badge. We carry all the apex systems, modules, probes, and accessories you would need for your apex aquarium controller in stock. Get the best deals on neptune systems aquarium controllers when you shop the largest online selection. Built on top of curas open source slicing engine, apex comes preconfigured with print profiles for major materials, such as abs, pla, tpe, tpu, and polycarbonate.
This specific update is necessary for those who want to access apex fusion, which is due to be. Upgrading from the apex classic to the new apex controller base unit allows you to use accessories like the eb832 and others that require the increases onboard memory and. The expandable apex system can be as simple or complex as you want it to be. Their engineering team has extensive expertise in computer hardware and software system design as well as a background in water quality analysis. So no doubt youve heard of the apex aqua controller and the reef keeper elite. Mar, 2020 ive got an apex junior with display, temp and ph probe, flow valves, leak detector, auto feeder, eb4 and eb8 energy bars, pm1 and wmx module. Xim apex keyboard mouse controller adapter converter for ps4 ps3 xbox one xbox 360. We are beginning a new series and it is all about apex aquarium controllers from neptune systems. To turn off example return pump but program the code to also turn the skimmer off. Apex controller system neptune systems bulk reef supply. It also has builtin functionality to convert between aquacontroller and neptune systems newest controller, the apex. The apex controller replaced the gold controller and includes the same items but with the new eb 832 energy bar with built in 1 link and 2 additional ports. You can manually switch pumps, lights, heaters, etc offon, toggle manual auto modes, and monitor all of the probe and graph readings.
It has its unique set of issues but overall there is no other solution on the market today which offers the amount of control you get with the apex. Welcome to the neptune systems apex channel on youtube. Neptune systems new apex wifi controller system marine depot. The pm1 probe module is just what you need if you want to monitor ph or orp in your tank. Neptune apex programming tutorials part 1 reef2reef. An apex controller could make all the difference, and is probably one of the best investments you can make for your aquarium. Neptune systems is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of aquarium controllers. Neptune has listened to what you want, adding more standard features to the already reliable, and dependable apex controller. The apexel has builtin wifi, temperature, ph, monitoring and much more set reminders, log testing and dosing information, and access your tank from anywhere with apex fusion.
How to firmware update neptune systems apex controller. The neptune systems apex wifi controller combines hardware control and monitoring with apex fusion. With it programmed the way it currently is, from 10. So if you do have the knobs the apex or reef angel will work for you. This title was created as an attempt to overcome the common fears associated with keeping a reef aquarium, especially at that. The apex base unit is basically the brains of your entire apex system.
With advancements in communications technology, online software and evolving aquarium products a neptune systems apex is easier to use today than ever. Neptune systems wifi apex controller system fragtastic. The dashboard lets you always have access to your apex in any type of event, power outage, or if the internet is down through a local area network lan, unlike many other cloudbased controllers. Sep 29, 2015 out of the ashes of the controller market, neptune systems has been constantly refining their product. This model of the apex has wifi builtin, is easy to set up and use, includes temp, ph, orp, and salinity monitoring with many useful and tanksaving features. Controlling gyre pumps with a controller lets you create custom daily wave profiles, and also control your pumps through your controller s software. It reads the list of program statements for each output from top to. Neptune has really evolved beyond just an aquarium power bar controller to create an entire biosphere for the reef aquarium that goes beyond a simple aquarium with a control. Ai sol and neptune apex controller 3reef aquarium forums. Neptune apex controllers are trusted worldwide as one of the most reliable, customer friendly controllers for aquariums on the market. Fully customizable aquarium controller for your saltwater or reef tank. Neptune systems apex trident and apex aquarium controller kit.
The photon apex interface was designed to tune out errant signals, and allow for dimming as low as a fraction of a percent. Apex controller help equipment forum nanoreef community. New, never opened neptune systems ddr dos dual reservoir for saltwater reef. Melevs reef was built to educate hobbyists, providing the best detail to help readers succeed as reef keepers and avoid common pitfalls often due to lack of knowledge or misinformation.
It simplifies caring for your tank and increases your chances of success. I ended up not using a full neptune apex controller system bought from brs and need to get rid of it before moving to a new city. Neptune systems wifi apex system is fully loaded with wifi, probes, and best apex fusion software. Anyone looking for a cool controller for your apex. Apex fusion monitors and controls the most important parameters in a reef aquarium. Apex wifi aquarium controller system neptune systems. Reef octopus octo pulse 4 aquarium wave pump 4500 gph. This page refreshes automatically with the current program and profile information.
Apex fusion has released an ios app that now integrates directly with your apexel controller system. Jul 06, 2015 neptune systems apex aquarium controller makes this possible with an affordable, easy to install system which offers a wide range of controls that puts you in the drivers seat. If you look at both forums it seems the reef angel has more people talking. Apex fusion is a cloudbased software that communicates with your aquarium hardware through the apex controller. Apex fusion is a cloudbased service that puts the monitoring and control of your aquarium into the palm of your hand from anywhere in the world. Entry level controller, the apexel controller comes with a temperature probe. Neptune systems aquarium controllers, aquarium monitoring. Less hassle, more successmore than the color has changed.
Apexel controller system neptune systems bulk reef supply. Neptune systems new apex wifi controller system uniquecorals. Diy saltwater aquarium apex controller cabinet epic. The wide variety of controllability with the apex controllers and their easy to use cloud interface makes it a perfect option for a fully automated reef tank.
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