Open-source Raspberry-Pi-based reef controller for the technically inclined.
How it works
Open-source Raspberry-Pi-based reef controller for the technically inclined. Aquarium controllers automate temperature, pH, dosing, lighting, and flow with safety cutoffs that prevent stuck-on heater disasters.
Sizing for your tank
Match reef-pi (diy controller) to your tank volume + livestock requirements. Oversize rather than undersize for stability and headroom.
Setup and maintenance
Follow manufacturer setup procedure. Clean impellers/sensors monthly. Replace wear parts annually. Verify operation weekly during routine water-test cycle.
Common reef-pi (diy controller) mistakes
Undersizing for the tank. Skipping monthly maintenance. Buying based on price alone (cheap can mean unreliable; expensive can mean over-engineered).
Cost expectations
Reef-Pi (DIY Controller) runs $80-$250. Replacement parts add $20-$200 per year on average.