pedrofisk Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 Here is mine based off the Dean design. However I use a fishing mouth spreader to hang it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickS77 Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 I've been using the Ziss hatchery for a few months now. Overall I'm very happy with it, I don't hate the stand. I'm considering spray painting the outside with black krylon fusion. I have trouble getting the BBS to settle with the ambient light in my basement. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bill Smith Posted July 17, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) Built mine as a self-contained unit with everything you need. Way over-engineered, but fun. And yes, I bought a Ziss hatchery anyway. 🙂 Build log is over at Reef Central:http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2694002 Edited July 17, 2020 by Bill Smith 30 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDukeAnumber1 Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) I used an old whiskey bottle for mine, a topfin betta heater for temp control, and the Co-op metal valves work very well for this. I wanted to make a glass one just for fun, I guess I have a little more confidence with a heater in it since it's glass. I swear it actually looks nice when it's clean! @Bill Smith Wow, very nice. Counter top pretty. Edited July 17, 2020 by TheDukeAnumber1 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrofisk Posted July 17, 2020 Author Share Posted July 17, 2020 29 minutes ago, Bill Smith said: Built mine as a self-contained unit with everything you need. Way over-engineered, but fun. And yes, I bought a Ziss hatchery anyway. 🙂 Build log is over at Reef Central:http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2694002 That is fantastic! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandra Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 3 minutes ago, pedrofisk said: That is fantastic! Thats a great piece of creativity. You should sell them like Ikea does 🙂 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dublicious Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 11 hours ago, Bill Smith said: Built mine as a self-contained unit with everything you need. Way over-engineered, but fun. And yes, I bought a Ziss hatchery anyway. 🙂 Build log is over at Reef Central:http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2694002 There is a 0% chance I will do any of that, but it's awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 I have been using this setup for the last 13 years. I dump the oldest of the 3 cones everyday and then setup a fresh batch. That way I always have brine shrimp in one of 3 categories. Too old Too young Just right! If I was starting now I would probably go with the Ziss hatchery. @Bill Smith's hatchery setup above is absolutely mind boggling! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDukeAnumber1 Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 When I was just starting with baby brine I designed and printed a dish style hatchery. It did well for ultra small batches until I upgraded to the bottle style. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3456731 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Smith Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, Daniel said: I have been using this setup for the last 13 years. I dump the oldest of the 3 cones everyday and then setup a fresh batch. That way I always have brine shrimp in one of 3 categories. Where do you get those cones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 4 minutes ago, Bill Smith said: Where do you get those cones? I think I got them from Brine Shrimp Direct. They might be called Imhoff cones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Smith Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 minute ago, Daniel said: I think I got them from Brine Shrimp Direct. They might be called Imhoff cones? Thanks. One advantage of your setup is that it appears to be very easy to clean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 Totally, Walk over, pullout rigid air tube, dump into sink, rinse cone, refill water, add a little less than 2 tablespoons marine salt, add 1/8 teaspoon eggs and done. 1 minute or so usually. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Smith Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 2 hours ago, Daniel said: Totally, Walk over, pullout rigid air tube, dump into sink, rinse cone, refill water, add a little less than 2 tablespoons marine salt, add 1/8 teaspoon eggs and done. 1 minute or so usually. Do you shine a light at it form below or something to separate the shrimp from the eggs? There's always that waiting period... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 20 hours ago, MickS77 said: I've been using the Ziss hatchery for a few months now. Overall I'm very happy with it, I don't hate the stand. I'm considering spray painting the outside with black krylon fusion. I have trouble getting the BBS to settle with the ambient light in my basement. Can you give me a rough idea of the height of the ziss hatchery including the base? I'm trying to think of a good place for it, where it can be kept warm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickS77 Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 8 minutes ago, Robin said: Can you give me a rough idea of the height of the ziss hatchery including the base? I'm trying to think of a good place for it, where it can be kept warm. Just measured, I'd say 15 inches with the thermometer installed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, MickS77 said: Just measured, I'd say 15 inches with the thermometer installed Thank you. Much appreciated. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 5 hours ago, Bill Smith said: Do you shine a light at it form below or something to separate the shrimp from the eggs? There's always that waiting period... I made a Youtube Channel and posted a video just for you Bill: 4 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Smith Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 3 minutes ago, Daniel said: I made a Youtube Channel and posted a video just for you Bill: Wow, I'm honored! Thanks for the clarification. Your process is the fastest I've seen so far, which is why it got my attention. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Cory Posted July 18, 2020 Administrators Share Posted July 18, 2020 @Dean’s Fishroom Needs to see this thread, some great brine shrimp hatchers in here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AgainstTheFlow Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 Am I the only one to just run the air in the bottom? I love this thing. I gave my 2 liter setup to a friend. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedrofisk Posted July 19, 2020 Author Share Posted July 19, 2020 (edited) On 7/18/2020 at 3:01 AM, Cory said: @Dean’s Fishroom Needs to see this thread, some great brine shrimp hatchers in here. Mine is based off of @Dean’s Fishroom design with some modifications. I guess now his former design. I have enjoyed reading this thread so much I went ahead and set up a second one on Friday. Edited July 20, 2020 by pedrofisk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 I had planned to make a small dish brine hatchery out of bits and pieces. Since I work in a lab, @Daniel's Imhoff cones were just too cool. Since I work in academia, they are also too expensive (though you can bet I will be haunting surplus). I found a hanging cone shaped vase on amazon that I hope will work, pack of 2 for $15. I will let you know if they work out. Thanks for all the fun ideas! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Posted July 19, 2020 Share Posted July 19, 2020 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Brandy said: I had planned to make a small dish brine hatchery out of bits and pieces. Since I work in a lab, @Daniel's Imhoff cones were just too cool. Since I work in academia, they are also too expensive (though you can bet I will be haunting surplus). I found a hanging cone shaped vase on amazon that I hope will work, pack of 2 for $15. I will let you know if they work out. Thanks for all the fun ideas! @Brandy, You can have these 3 no charge if you want them. One has small crack, but I am pretty sure it doesn't leak. I don't remember why I have 2 sets, but sometimes I end up with 2 of the same thing. I might even have the stand for these. I will see if I can find it. Edited July 19, 2020 by Daniel forgot to include photo 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Cory Posted July 20, 2020 Administrators Share Posted July 20, 2020 Hatching a tablespoon at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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