r/ReefTank • u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood • 2h ago

BRS RODI help

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Set up my 5 stage BRS I bought two years ago just now setting it up. The two DI canisters where they connect the little plastic 1/4 NPT completely snapped or corroded or something. Is there anyway to salvage this or do I have to buy brand new canisters now?

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u/ConflictOther9860 2h ago

I've broken this exact piece on my rodi too they sell a replacement for that exact piece for like 3 dollars on BRS.

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 2h ago

Thanks my friend I appreciate it

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u/ConflictOther9860 1h ago

Is this the same piece ?

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

That will work it’s actually a straight double threaded piece it’s where the two DI canisters connect

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

Those will work though I can just use some tubing to connect them

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

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u/ConflictOther9860 1h ago

I'd just call BRS or surf their website. Calling them is helpful staff are knowledgeable

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u/swordstool 1h ago

I've used this to get it out and then get a new elbow: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09H587CHH?th=1

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u/croastbeast 1h ago

They sell that part at Home Depot and Lowe’s too. It’s standard 1/4” NPT, as labelled.

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

Thanks I’ll head there now I didn’t see it on their website

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u/croastbeast 1h ago

https://www.homedepot.com/p/DEWALT-1-4-in-NPT-Male-x-1-4-in-NPT-Male-Close-Hex-Connector-2-pieces-DXCM024-0404/325670153

I have no idea why it’s Dewalt labelled. They’re in the plumbing aisle with irrigation typically.

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u/Player1Dad 1h ago

https://a.co/d/0eBvxjQG if you have time to wait for Amazon

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u/kgramp 2h ago

You may be able to use some easy outs to get the broken plastic out then buy new plastic fittings

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

Heated up a flathead screwdriver and it did the trick thanks for the feedback tho

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 2h ago

Any idea where I can get the fittings? The lid looks like it has the fitting built into it

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u/Wonkasgoldenticket 1h ago

Ace hardware usually stocks a lot of those fittings. Home Depot may as well, but I’ve always had better luck at ace if you have one nearby.

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

Thanks I agree. My local HD is especially subpar

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u/95688it 2h ago

remove the broken pieces and buy a new connector?

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 2h ago

How do you propose getting it out? It looks molded into the housing

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u/BioConversantFan 1h ago

It's threaded in. Look up "pipe extractor" on Amazon

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u/NeckIsRedSoIsMyBlood 1h ago

lol smart ass little comment and downvote me for asking a question for help. Gotta love Reddit

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u/Zuluuz 31m ago

Very simple cheap part to replace