protien skimmer broke

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  1. maine reefer

    maine reefer Plankton

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    Hi, im new ti reefing, have a question what can i use that is safe to glue the top of my protien skimmer back on it is exposed to the water. I didnt want to screw up and use something that can be toxic to my reef..
     
    maine reefer, May 20, 2010
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  2. 4phish

    4phish Montipora Digitata

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    Not sure. Bump!
     
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  3. Peredhil

    Peredhil Giant Squid

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    super glue. I use super glue to glue frags to rock in the water. good luck.
     
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  4. kcbrad

    kcbrad Giant Squid

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    +1 on the superglue. I use it in my tank all the time.
     
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  5. Reefordie12

    Reefordie12 Astrea Snail

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    Would Gorrila Glue work?
     
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  6. ccscscpc

    ccscscpc Millepora

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    I never heard of anyone using gorilla glue, usually super glue is the glue of choice in this hobby. With aqua bond too for fragging!
     
    ccscscpc, May 21, 2010
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  7. ontop27

    ontop27 Ritteri Anemone

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    I've read that gorilla glue is safe if it cures, but don't put it when its gell in the water
     
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  8. Crimson Ghost

    Crimson Ghost Blue Ringed Angel

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    Gorilla glue is too messy for your task.

    I suggest super glue as suggested or PVC cement. Both are safe if dipped in the water (I have done it many times in the past). I glue corals with super glue and right back into the water before dried. PVC cement I dripped in the water a lot over the years – just pools on the surface….no issues. Both of these will serve you well. Good luck and let us know how you make out.
     
    Crimson Ghost, May 21, 2010
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