Product Code: RCV25221. The Reef Octopus OCTO VarioS 2S DC Skimmer Pump is the latest in variable speed flow technology and allows for refined control, enhanced performance and efficiency. More Info. Reef Octopus Bubble Blaster 10000 Replacement Impeller. Our Price (price includes free shipping!) $164.99.
Perhaps part of the reason is that it’s hard to put into words what a skimmer actually does, and what features make it work better or worse, this is where pictorials come in handy. Marine Depot recently shared a highly informative infographic about how protein skimmers work, modeling their diagram on a contemporary protein skimmer design
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Protein skimmers are used in saltwater aquariums to remove protein foam and oil biofilm. However, they aren’t necessary for the success of your fish tank and can be used as a supplemental filtration device. As side benefits, it helps oxygenate the water, provides efficient gas exchange, and reduces one’s reliance on frequent water changes.
233 posts · Joined 2022. #15 · May 25, 2023. In saltwater, protein skimmers are usually for two main reasons. Remove proteins, oxygenate the water. Ozone is touted for water clarity, helping make protein skimmers more efficient, and perhaps helping prevent or slow down spread of disease.
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The DC pump allows you to adjust the water flow to tune it to your tanks needs. All of the in-sump Skimz protein skimmers include a gate valve that makes it super easy to fine tune the water level in the skimmer. Because the valve and exit are built into the body of the skimmer, they do not have external pipes making for a nice clean design.
Instructions.Don't forget to soak the biopellets in a cup of aquarium water for 24 hours prior to use because this will prevent the pellets from floating inside the reactor. Once bacteria starts growing, it will begin to consume the biopellets along with nitrate and a small amount of phosphate. For every 16 parts of nitrate, 1 part of phosphate is consumed. .