EuroReef Owners

[Paul A. Ifkovits]

I strongly dislike the use of the sponge on the ouput of the skimmer and would like to remove it. Has anyone else come up with a replacement/solution to this?

Thanks!

Paul
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pot joints

 

[Len]

I run my Euroreef with the sponge on. I clean it very infrequently, but have had no problems with using it.

I have heard people plumbing the outet with PVC and redirecting the outflow. I've also heard people use plastic or styrofoam cups/bowls (circle cut out in the middle and snuglly placed through the pipe) to slow the water. I can't comment on how well either works as I've never tried them, but wanted to relay to you some ideas I've heard.

 

[Ritteri&Bubbles]

I have a number of Euro-reef skimmers including a CS6-2,CS8-3,CS12-1, I run all of them WITHOUT the sponge filter. The sponge isnt necessary at all, and they still run just as quiet.

 

[Paul A. Ifkovits]

Thanks Guys!

My problem when I take it off I get a lot of splashing. I will try to raise the water in the sump and see if that helps.

Paul
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Ferrari 250 GT Drogo

 

[golfish]

You might try this

 

[Paul A. Ifkovits]

Golfish - No attachement!
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chocolate chunk strain

 

[golfish]

Do you mean no picture? That's funny, I see it.....try this link

http://members.aol.com/sf49er1959/reefpics/Euro-mod.jpg

 

[golfish]

I've been having problems with AOL for a few weeks now. If the link above doesn't work try to copy and paste it.

 

[Ritteri&Bubbles]

I can see the pic fine, it basically looks like the air relief output the CS12-4,5,6 have.

 

[golfish]

Thanks Ritteri&Bubbles.....must be a problem on Pauls end

 

[Paul A. Ifkovits]

Thanks Golfish! You were right, it was a problem on my end....

I like the idea using the PVC and it looks simple enough to make.

Thanks again!

Paul
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us recession 2008

 

[yellow_dog]

Definitely one of my gripes with this design...who wants a cascade of water into their sump? ER and the other skimmer manufacturers should really look into designing in sump skimmers with submerged returns (yes I know that this affects the skimmer water level, but it can be designed to avoid this)

 

[Ritteri&Bubbles]

Euro-reef does accomadate this idea for those where water noise is a concern and people dont want to use the foam insert, its a special request when ordering. Though my 3 ER's are still extremely quiet, in fact I cant hear any of mine. The actual tank overflow returns would be my first concern.

 

[Paul A. Ifkovits]

What exactly does ER offer with this special request. Is it something similar to what Golfish posted?
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Mercedes O530 Citaro

 

[golfish]

If you want, just cut off the output pipe at the bottom and install a gate valve.

 

[Ritteri&Bubbles]

Basically yes, or you could do what Goldfish dude suggested and add a gate valve, it isnt difficult at all.

 

[golfish]

lol Ritteri, Now you know why I gave you a hard time about reading posts

Who's Goldfish :?:

 

[Ritteri&Bubbles]

Goldfish: :twisted:

 

[golfish]

I'll forgive you only because we know your a rookie. Everybody knows only rookies keep anemones

 

[D.W.L.]

I just piped mine down and along the waters surface in the sump. Its the older F1 model. Not sure if that matters.