SENSTREE Auto-top-off ATO solution auto water filler Adjustable Float Valve Mounting for Aquarium sump

Doesn't really work

I have a tank for exotic plants which requires a 2-inch level of water at all times. I've tried several of these (they all seem to be based on the same basic design) and found it rather confusing both in terms of the size of the hoses that are compatible and it terms of performance. There are plenty of ways to step up or step down hose sizes, so I won't get into that. However in terms of performance, I didn't find any of these which didn't leak where the hose connects to the float unit. What I did learn after some trial and error, however, is that a little plumbers teflon tape fixes the leak problem straight away (at least it did for my setup).Too bad there are no instructions with this or the other units as it probably would prevent lots of returns.FOLLOW-UP ... once I got this installed properly it seems to be working very well. The plexiglass platform with an adjustable level is definitely the best way to go as compared with less expensive "poke a hole in something" offerings. I would buy this again and do recommend it. Use teflon tape to prevent leakage around the tube-to-unit connector.

Great item but the holes for the set screws we no the greatest. The set score goes in but the tread in the hole was good.

Easy to install and works great. Love how it mounts and the adjustable design.

I wanted to write a review because of all bad press these little floats have gotten. (fresh water setup)In the pictures above, you will see where I used the blue tubing kit and I baught the extra tubing just incase I messed up.Runing the tubing (hidden) along behind the shelf, I did put in the (provided) ballvalve to cut off the water at the tank.Under the sink, I used two Ice maker line kits with the taps. One to the hot and one to the cold. This will balance the desired temp to the tank. The line tap valves allow me to adjust the temp and the preasure on the float. (This is the key).If your float bypasses after its all hooked up and full? Simply shut the preasue on the line tap valves. (problem salved).Everything you see, I got with three kits. No extra parts were used.Notice the extra "T" with valve? This is for the ice maker on the fridge. If you are worried about warm water to the ice maker? Science has proven, hot water freezes faster and cleaner.Well! I just found out I can not "Link" so. The searchable names of the products below.Malida RO Water Systems Ice Maker Kit 1/4" for Reverse Osmosis Systems and Water Filters (blue)cck cck-2 Malida Size 1/4 Inch, 10 Meters 30 feet Length Tubing Hose Pipe for RO Water Filter System (blue)2 of the LDR 509 5100 Ice Maker/Humidifier Installation Kit, 1/4-Inch x 25-Foot, Poly TubingI hope this helps for people who want an automated fill for fish tanks.

simple to set up and does the job.