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Red Sea ReefControl - ReefSense Port Expander

Red Sea ReefControl - ReefSense Port Expander

$119.99 CAD
$119.99 CAD
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The Red Sea ReefSense 4-Port Expander is an essential accessory designed for advanced users of the ReefControl Pro controller who require monitoring for a large number of aquarium parameters. Its sole function is to increase the monitoring capacity of the main controller unit.

Key Features

  • Capacity Expansion: The primary function is to expand the number of digital probe inputs available on the ReefControl Pro controller.
    • The ReefControl Pro base unit supports four ReefSense Probes/Sensors directly.
    • By adding the 4-Port Expander, the total capacity of the ReefControl Pro is increased to seven ReefSense Probes/Sensors.
  • Plug-and-Play Integration: The expander uses Red Sea's unique digital interface, meaning setup is seamless. The main controller automatically recognizes the expander and the probes connected to it.
  • Universal Port Compatibility: Each of the four ports on the expander is universal, supporting any of the Red Sea digital ReefSense Probes or sensors:
    • pH & Temperature Probe
    • Salinity & Temperature Probe
    • ORP Probe
    • Dedicated Temperature Probe
    • Leak Detector
    • ATO Module Sensor
  • Flexibility: This accessory allows advanced reef keepers to implement a comprehensive monitoring regime, covering all critical water quality, temperature, and safety parameters simultaneously. This is particularly valuable for large or complex systems where multiple measurements (e.g., measuring temperature in the display and the chiller return) or redundant safety features (multiple leak detectors) are desired.
  • Future-Proof: Like the main controllers, the expander is designed to work with all current and any future ReefSense probe types developed by Red Sea.

How It Works

The 4-Port Expander connects to one of the existing ports on the ReefControl Pro controller and electronically splits that single port into four usable inputs. This allows you to scale up your monitoring capability within the unified ReefBeat app interface without needing to purchase a completely new controller system.

This module is a must-have for those who wish to utilize the full monitoring and automation potential of the ReefControl Pro system.

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LIGHT

LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.

MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height. 

HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.

FLOW

LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.

MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.

HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.

SKILL

ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.

While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.

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