Skimmer Thread
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ctxmonitor
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I guess the game is on now!!! Can't wait for both of the skimmer to run in turbo mode 
you know it Tom. not to brag or anything but I think my tank is the perfect candidate, plenty of nasty junk to pull out.
I'm going to need input from the skimmer masters to help set them up so the testing is fair. Like making sure they are both skimming the same type of skimmate wet dry etc.
Do you think running them at the same time is the best way to do it?
I think running the drain line to the DAS is good also for another reason.
The DAS will have to sit in the chamber after the bubble traps, which is also after the elos. Being drain fed will give the skimmer the same quality water the elos is getting. I will need help figuring out the proper amount to feed the DAS. The ehiem 1260 pump on the elos puts out 645gph I think.
For a recirculating skimmer what's the recommended flow?
I'm going to need input from the skimmer masters to help set them up so the testing is fair. Like making sure they are both skimming the same type of skimmate wet dry etc.
Do you think running them at the same time is the best way to do it?
I think running the drain line to the DAS is good also for another reason.
The DAS will have to sit in the chamber after the bubble traps, which is also after the elos. Being drain fed will give the skimmer the same quality water the elos is getting. I will need help figuring out the proper amount to feed the DAS. The ehiem 1260 pump on the elos puts out 645gph I think.
For a recirculating skimmer what's the recommended flow?
jhale said:
When you re-do the index, use Post #s, since each member can adjust how many posts appear on a page for them (from 5 to 40 posts per page). Page 10 for me (30 posts per page) is alot different to someone viewing 10 posts per page.
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The Deltec design actually works better with the airvalve slightly closed. The height of the water in the skimmer chamber would be more important as long as you don't exceed the recommended gph but your DAS does not give you that info. When I did the 1.5 to 2x the turnover on my Euro-Reef, I had to restrict the output gatevalve by 50% to achieve the correct water height so strictly going by the 1.5 to 2x theory really doesn't work if your over sizing your skimmer.
jhale said:
Is it possible to fit this unit in an area confined to 29" in height, and be able to get the collection cup off? If not, does anyone know what the dimensions are for the DAS EX-3? Any pics of the collection cup only?
I am trying to find a skimmer to fit under my AGA 210, w/ AGA Mission CNPY. T.I.A.
This thread has been very helpful, and I have read many.
nice to finally see some pics of the DAS's i'll be ordering the DAS ex-1 next friday as soon as my paycheck gets here , unless tropiquarium gets them in next week for about the same price.
I know someone that did a gate valve mod on their apf600 and I am thinking about doing the same thing to the ex-1. simply putting a gate valve before the T on the outlet pipe. anyone see anything wrong with that?
, unless tropiquarium gets them in next week for about the same price.I know someone that did a gate valve mod on their apf600 and I am thinking about doing the same thing to the ex-1. simply putting a gate valve before the T on the outlet pipe. anyone see anything wrong with that?
Hey DirtySouth, welcome to Manhattan reefs! If I remember correctly the dimensions of the ex-3 are 30" high with a 17 1/2" footprint. You should consider the internal models. The pumps are under the acrylic tube so the footprint is much smaller.
hey DirtySouth welcome
I measured the skimmer with the cup resting on the top of the body, you need 28 3/16" to get the cup off, it would work with your 29". you have a whole 13/16" to play with
with out the cup on the body, it's 24 1/4", the body is actually shorter, but there is a riser tube that sticks above the body. now the question is can you fit the skimmer under the stand. how tall is are the sump walls, or do you want to run this externally? that would be much easier.
I measured the skimmer with the cup resting on the top of the body, you need 28 3/16" to get the cup off, it would work with your 29". you have a whole 13/16" to play with
with out the cup on the body, it's 24 1/4", the body is actually shorter, but there is a riser tube that sticks above the body. now the question is can you fit the skimmer under the stand. how tall is are the sump walls, or do you want to run this externally? that would be much easier.
Hey Dirtysouth! Welcome dude! If you look on the first page of this thread you will see the DAS BX3. Perfect for the AGA 210. Pulls skimmate like a mother.. All you gotta do is drop it into your sump and forget it. Comes with a carbon chamber (ideal for ozone use) and a post filter. The total height is 24"
Jhale - a good amount for your skimmer input is between 600 - 700 gph. The ballvalve will take care of thet.
All DAS like the deltecs work most efficiently with the airvalve positioned at the 1 o clock position. Fully open the each pump sucks 10 liters per minute resulting in slightly larger bubbles in the neck due to the turbulence and collision. With the airvalve slightly closed it produces just the right size.
Jhale - a good amount for your skimmer input is between 600 - 700 gph. The ballvalve will take care of thet.
All DAS like the deltecs work most efficiently with the airvalve positioned at the 1 o clock position. Fully open the each pump sucks 10 liters per minute resulting in slightly larger bubbles in the neck due to the turbulence and collision. With the airvalve slightly closed it produces just the right size.
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