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    Kessil and Gyre on same Y Cable?

    Question on 0-10 variable speed port setup.


    I currently have 2016 apex with varios return, varios skimmer, and kessil fuge light hooked up with the 0-10 cables. I just bought a gyre and icecap module to add to my tank and want to connect it to the apex. The physical variable speed ports on the apex are all taken up (varios pump and skimmer pump via y cable to port 1 and 2) (kessil to port 3).


    Can I replace the kessil cable with a y cable shared with the gyre/icecap module to utilize port 4 on the apex? Or would that lead to complications with the kessil?


    Would it make sense to just connect the gyre/icecap to variable 0-10 and just control the kessil on off cycle via the EB outlet?

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    Quote Originally Posted by NotSoCivil View Post
    Can I replace the kessil cable with a y cable shared with the gyre/icecap module to utilize port 4 on the apex
    No, you cannot. The Kessil requires two control channels - one for intensity and one for spectrum.
    Please do not send me PMs with technical questions or requesting assistance - use the forums for Apex help. PM me ONLY if the matter is of a private or personal nature. Thanks.

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    Hmm. So I'm out of luck and already maxxing out my variable ports? Should I grab an additional vdm module to add?

    Wonder if the kessil control is worth sacrificing for the gyre.

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    I wouldn't sacrifice the kessil for the gyre. I would just get a VDM. You can so.etimes get lucky and see these on CL for like 40 or 50 bucks.

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    Thank you both for the info and thoughts!

    Time to get a VDM. (Now I understand why some folks have tons and tons of controls on their dashboard! I can't help but expand when I have the opportunity!)

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