Apex aquarium controller12/27/2023 This will ensure you’ve left the proper space for your Apex units. This means that when you cut out the templates, you should include those margins within the cutout itself. Both templates include a margin of space which MUST be left open around your Apex modules. NOTE: When printing your templates, be sure to print in “Actual Size.” Do NOT print with the options to “Fit” or “Fit to Page.” Doing so could result in your templates being printed too small. The mounting templates are available for download online here. Step 5: Print and Cutout Your Mounting Templatesīefore we can move on to actually mounting the Brain and EB832, you will need to print and cut out the mounting templates provided by Neptune. These can be laid out on your board by researching the dimensions of additional equipment that you haven’t yet purchased and then cutting out a “placeholder” that can be used within your equipment layout to indicate the location and space needed for the planned later addition. NOTE: It’s always best to make a longterm plan for mounting your equipment to include any foreseeable upgrades or additions. In the image below, you will see that we’ve laid out not only the Apex Base Unit and EB832, but also the other equipment controllers and modules we plan to mount (return pump controller, skimmer control, MP40 driver, and other Apex modules). This can be done with a drawing, but is probably best done by physically laying out the pieces of equipment as you plan to mount them. Step 4: Layout your plan for your mountingīefore ever beginning to mount your controller, you should layout your equipment as you plan to mount it on your board or stand. EB832 Mounting Bracket (provided with Apex).Controller Board (or planned location where you will mount your controller).In order to mount your controller, you will need: In this article, we will be using the Adaptive Reef Deluxe Aquarium Controller Mounting Board. However, the preferred option for many aquarists is to use a controller board (a panel or “board” designed specifically for mounting your controller). There are many examples of options for mounting the Apex somewhere on the aquarium stand. The two basic rules you will want to keep in mind are 1) keep it away from water and 2) make it easily accessible. There are literally limitless options when it comes to how you will mount your Apex. Step 2: Determine a Plan for Mounting Your Apex
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