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Samw
10-26-2003, 06:35 AM
This is a neat little co-current skimmer that'll fit in the back of an Aquaclear 200 to save tank space. Perfect for small nano reefs.

http://www.hyperdream.com/~samw/reef/Equipment/Skimmer/SuperSkimmerI/149-4951_img_std.jpg

http://www.hyperdream.com/~samw/reef/Equipment/Skimmer/SuperSkimmerI/149-4978_img_std.jpg
Bob I
10-27-2003, 01:17 AM
That's interesting, who sells those :question: :question:
smokinreefer
10-27-2003, 01:19 AM
heh, that was my very first skimmer. :mrgreen:
Samw
10-27-2003, 01:22 AM
That's interesting, who sells those :question: :question:

Had to mail order that one from Big Al's online.
Dorkel Marine 1
10-30-2003, 06:19 AM
Hi Sam. So hows this new skimmer working. This may be my answer to skim a little of off my other tank.

How much?

George
Samw
10-30-2003, 06:31 AM
Works well. No complaints. Was around $45 (overpriced) but no one else carries it. You also need to get an air pump. A Hagen maxima should be more than enough.
Van down by the river
10-30-2003, 08:27 AM
They have been collecting dust at a local wholesaler for years. last I saw it, the dust was about 2cm thick, not a big seller. I thought it was discontinued?
Son Of Skyline
10-30-2003, 02:46 PM
They have been collecting dust at a local wholesaler for years. last I saw it, the dust was about 2cm thick, not a big seller. I thought it was discontinued?


I remember seeing those in the wholesaler warehouses too. A few places back in the day had these hanging on their shelves but I don't see them anymore.
Samw
10-30-2003, 03:18 PM
They have been collecting dust at a local wholesaler for years. last I saw it, the dust was about 2cm thick, not a big seller. I thought it was discontinued?

Its still in the Coralife product catalog and on their website.
aussiefishy
11-24-2003, 03:49 AM
my shop sells them at a very resonable price, if interested reply with private message :idea:
EmilyB
11-24-2003, 05:50 AM
Blue/green skimmate, is that something new and funky... :lol: :razz: :mrgreen:
Bob I
12-01-2003, 04:13 PM
From looking at the picture, you took the mounting bracket off, and just put the skimmer in the Aquaclear. I bought one last night for $21.99. I hooked it up to the Optima that was sitting around gathering dust. I left the bracket on, and the collection cup filled up overnight, so I guess the pump needs turning down. Do you find it hard to adjust properly :question:
Samw
12-01-2003, 04:30 PM
No, I seldomly need to make any adjustments. You might have to wait for the skimmer to break-in though before you get any consistency. Are you using a multi-valve like this to control the air?

http://www.hagen.com/canada/english/aquatic/product.cfm?CAT=1&SUBCAT=101&PROD_ID=01011580010101

The Optima even at its lowest setting is too powerful. So, you can have 1 valve going to the skimmer and have 1 valve to relieve the backpressure of the pump.
Bob I
12-01-2003, 04:39 PM
No, I don't have a valve. I will pick one up this evening. I also find that there a few bubbles in the tank I could do without. :frown:
Bob I
12-02-2003, 04:00 PM
Looky, looky :eek: :rolleyes:

http://members.shaw.ca/rcipema/skimmer.jpg[/img]
EmilyB
12-02-2003, 11:32 PM
Isn't skimming fun Bob..... :razz: :mrgreen:
Bob I
12-14-2003, 10:27 PM
Isn't skimming fun Bob..... :razz: :mrgreen:

Yes, and how about that mini sump :question: :rolleyes: :razz: