Do you need Skimmer on 24/7

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Srd4484, Nov 7, 2010.

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  1. Srd4484

    Srd4484 Astrea Snail

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    I have the AquaC Remora and i hate the microbubbles it produces. Is it possible to only have it on during the nitetime?
     
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  2. steve wright

    steve wright Super Moderator

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    Possible , but not very efficient IME

    when you turn on a skimmer it takes a while to generate foam
    and once its doing so, turning it off, means you start again the following day

    Steve
     
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  3. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    IMO, yes you do need it on for it to perform at its peak.
     
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  4. Srd4484

    Srd4484 Astrea Snail

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    the microbubbles ruin the appearance. I've been talking to Remora people and nothing has changed.
     
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  5. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    Yes...turning it off say once or twice a week/month can effect they way it runs.
     
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  6. blackraven1425

    blackraven1425 Giant Squid

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    If you adjust it properly, it should not give a lot of bubbles.
     
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  7. steve wright

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    +1 on that, IME I have a Deltec which is similar in principle and if I have the air to water mix to high then bubbles will make it beyond the de gassing plate
    reducing the air, so it stays within the chamber should help

    Steve
     
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  8. Srd4484

    Srd4484 Astrea Snail

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    How do you adjust it? thanks
     
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  9. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    You can raise the cup up or down and make sure the water level is always the same, they also sell bubble traps for that skimmer
     
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  10. 2in10

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    You adjust the height of the collection cup. Use the O-ring to keep it at the height you want.

    How long have you had the skimmer?
    How many and what species of fish do you have?
     
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