Introducing the HYDROS Minnow

In this video, David D'Aquin and Carlos Chacon from CoralVue dive into aquarium dosing options and introduce CoralVue's latest innovation, the HYDROS Minnow aquarium controller. This device features two independent micro-liquid dosing pumps for accurate supplement delivery and four Sense Ports for seamless sensor connection. Whether you have a saltwater aquarium, freshwater tank, or pond setup, the Minnow offers flexibility and precision in dosing. Learn how this controller can be used independently or integrated into a larger HYDROS Control system for ultimate control and customization. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at the HYDROS Minnow and how it can elevate your aquarium experience.

[@wmars4655]

I love this. This is exactly what we should have. The right tool for the job. Not just one big orange noisey dosing pump that is supposed to do everything

[@sovereignviper90]

This 1,000,000%!!!!

[@IrishInsomniac76]

I want this product ASAP

[@triggerfish4554]

Sure wish that thing had a pH port

[@rrrromzutube]

When will the Launch be out for sale? Been holding out for this one. Thanks

[@scuba_john4758]

I wish this had a higher volume per minute, like a 250 ml/min like the Neptune dos and the ability to run in reverse. For dosing live foods and or doing water changes.

[@djmikefury1]

They already have a program solution for auto water changes where you can use whatever pump you want - you're not locked into Hydros specific equipment unlike Neptune.

[@imCXS-zh2yt]

@@djmikefury1really? What?

[@REEFHUB-Offical]

@@djmikefury1I know they have that but technically you can still achieve the same thing with any pump on Neptune by just using any pump(s), a schedule, and a high/low switch. I tend to agree, I prefer a higher end dosing pump doing this. It deftly has it advantages.

[@compyginorio5604]

Cool 😎, Love the idea that with some imagination it can be used as an standalone unit, for those that need a reliable unit, with few bell's and whizzes to tailor these for their needs (sense ports).
Off topic... David, you mention at the beginning of this Podcast that you are Dosing Phyto in your Tank with your pumps. (By the way, if is the one behind you; looks stunning! "You will have to show us your Tank build and stock....buajajajaja!")
My questions for you are...
How do you keep refrigerated the Plankton while Dosing on schedules? Did you use live Phyto?

[@CoralVueTV]

Thank you for your comments. Dave uses Easy Reefs SPS EVO and EasyBooster Which doesn't require refrigeration. Both come in suspendable bags and easily hook up to dosing pumps intake tubing.

[@compyginorio5604]

@@CoralVueTV Cool🤘😎🤘... I thought, that the Spanish company went out of business. I got few bags around that I haven't use, I will look to see if they aren't expired, that's a story for another day. But from the first time I researches them, I was convinced by their products.

[@arashvarzandeh4860]

Can this be powered via command bus data/power or do i need to use the power supply? I have xp8 and wave engine LE

[@CoralVueTV]

The Minnow is powered via Command bus either by a power giver like the XP8 and LE or by the provided wall wart.

[@sappysiggy2351]

needs a ph port

[@user-jz6gh5yg7l]

I can i use it to measure kh with IV?

[@CoralVueTV]

Sorry, the Minnow is unable to test salinity since it doesn't have a salinity/conductivity port. Only the X10 and the Launch have such a port in the HYDROS lineup at this time.

[@Eyecandycoral]

Stepper pump for calcium reactor please

[@CoralVueTV]

Soon enough ;-)

[@wmars4655]

Totally off topic but fyi, these controllers are not waterproof but only resistant to occasional splashes.

[@jjmccloud]

Don't put them in your tank

[@imCXS-zh2yt]

Make a versa clone!

[@CoralVueTV]

HYDROS prides itself on creating innovative and superior products, rather than copying competitors.

[@ProducerReef]

First