Skimmer depth

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by gatorheadman, Mar 23, 2013.

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  1. gatorheadman

    gatorheadman Astrea Snail

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    My skimmer, 120 extreme SWC , recommends 5 to 8 inches of water. Can I put it in 10 inches without compromising effiecenty?
     
    gatorheadman, Mar 23, 2013
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  2. DevinH

    DevinH Montipora Capricornis

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    No. Put something under the base to raise it up.
     
    DevinH, Mar 23, 2013
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  3. Mpfaff77

    Mpfaff77 Plankton

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    Build a platform out of some PVC and egg crate. It maybe cost me 10$ to build my stand.

    Google. PVC eggcrate skimmer stand
     
    Mpfaff77, Mar 24, 2013
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  4. daido

    daido Plankton

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    By the way..the brand which is called in the us SWC is actually the chinese brand reef excel. Here you can see the 120..sold for 100$
    Aqua Excel AE Mini Cone Skimmer
     
    daido, Mar 24, 2013
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  5. gatorheadman

    gatorheadman Astrea Snail

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    Thanks! I just built a stand from PVC and egg crate. Looks good and at the right level now.
     
    gatorheadman, Mar 24, 2013
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