Im think of upgrading some time in the future and would probably be looking at getting a tank in the low 200 gal range. I have a Pm X2 thats is rated for 750 gal tanks from another system i purchased but sold the tank. Would I be able to use that?
Is there such a thing as over skimming?
- Thread starter da5speed
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I think over skimming is whenever the skimmer is expeling clear aquarium water constantly through the foam tour or the skimmer is subtracting too much organics/protein form the aquarium.If you'r refering to the later i think it's OK for a 250gal fish only or SPS coral tank IMO.Correct me if i'm wrong thank you.
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IMO no such thing.
What I expect from my skimmer is the ability to feed my system several times per day, while having very low phosphates and nitrates without relying on crutches such as frequent water changes, gfo's, ozone, carbon dosing etc..... There are lots of skimmers with big ratings out there but the proof is the performance on a system. Also, let me add that if these "crutches" are used you definitely can get away with a small skimmer
What I expect from my skimmer is the ability to feed my system several times per day, while having very low phosphates and nitrates without relying on crutches such as frequent water changes, gfo's, ozone, carbon dosing etc..... There are lots of skimmers with big ratings out there but the proof is the performance on a system. Also, let me add that if these "crutches" are used you definitely can get away with a small skimmer
- Location
- Long Island, New York
Guys You will not overskim. When there is nothing else to pull out the skimmer just sits idle waiting for crap to pull out!!! A larger/more effecient skimmer just gives you the ability to pull organics out faster/more effectively. And for those that are worried about skimming to aggresively feed your fish more......:splitspin
- Location
- Long Island, New York
Okay.....Don't we feed our corals as well......I know I do....mysis, oyster eggs, phyto...and the list goes on.....in addition to the tang poop....:splitspin
- Location
- Long Island, New York
Heres a little tip....When you feed turn your skimmer off for a little while, in addition turn your various pumps down or into feed mode(tunze, vortec, and others) this will allow your corals to wind up with more food instead of your skimmer.....:splitspin
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