HYDROS Control X10 Setup

For the Dosing and Testing Aquarist

This aquarium controller setup features the HYDROS Control X10, which comes with four smart dosing pumps. Additionally, it includes the HYDROS iV Drive Port accessory, which allows for the isolation and sampling of Salinity, pH, and Alkalinity. With this configuration, the emphasis is on maintaining a stable reef tank by dosing critical elements based on the results of testing. The HYDROS iV has three dosing heads for the sample water, waste, and reagent, while the fourth dosing head is used for crucial adjustments using your preferred dosing method, such as an all-in-one supplement like Fauna Marin Ready2Reef, the balling method, a kalkwasser reactor, or a calcium reactor.

Additionally, this setup monitors the aquarium water for leaks, water flow, and temperature, and includes an automatic top-off (ATO) system. By utilizing this setup, aquarium owners can ensure a stable environment that is frequently tested, resulting in a smart and efficient aquarium.

Aquarium Details

Size: 120 U.S. Gallons
Type: Saltwater Reef
Age: 1 Year
Fish: Reef Fish

Equipment Used

Water Level, Flow Sensor, Temperature Sensor, Rope Leak Detector, Control X10, HYDROS iV, Dosing Pumps, Micro ATO Pump, IV Stirrer

The HYDROS App Interface

For a Stable Reef

By including Sense Ports, Drive Ports, and dosing pumps, you can have full control and monitoring capabilities for your aquarium. With four (4) Sense Ports for Water Level, Flow, Temperature, and Leak Detection, you can rest assured that your tank is well cared for. The two (2) Drive Ports are specifically designed to power the Micro ATO Pump and HYDROS iV stirrer, which automatically tops off evaporated water levels and keeps the Stirrer running for testing purposes.

The intuitive HYDROS App allows for personalized rules and schedules, tailoring the system to your preferences. You can control various outputs or devices based on specific inputs, such as leak detectors or temperature sensors. For instance, if the temperature sensor detects a high temperature in the aquarium, a rule automatically disables the heater when the temperature surpasses a specific threshold and alerts the situation.

HYDROS vs. The Other Brand

Dosing and Testing Reef System

The Gear	HYDROS	The Other Brand
Controller Kit	$799.99	$899.99
Smart Dosing Pumps (x4)	Included in X10	$659.90
ATO Kit	$79.99	$224.95
1″ Flow Sensor	$61.99	$62.95
Temperature Sensor	Included in X10	—
Rope Leak Detector	$39.99	—
pH Probe	Included in X10	—
HYDROS iV	$129.99	$639.95
Salinity Kit	$119.99	—
TOTAL	$1,231.94	$2,487.74

Are you ready…

to take full CONTROL of your aquarium?

The HYDROS product line offers several different controllers. Each controller caters to the different needs of an aquarium, making it incredibly easy to find the right unique setup for your tank. The best part, the Controls can adapt to your changing or growing aquarium. Unlike other popular controllers, the Control device you purchase today will work with any HYDROS products available in the future. All of the Controls have the ability to work together – allowing you to manage all of your aquarium’s devices from one single interface on the HYDROS App. This feature is called the Collective and it is what sets the HYDROS Controls apart from other controllers on the market.

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