Previously Asked Questions

• by Ralph on January 27, 2013, @3:03 PM

  Would I need to purchase a feeder pump for more precise skimming?

  Bulk Reef Supply Great question Ralph,
  With the octopus in sump skimmers (like the NWB series) there is no feed pump necessary (and no where to put one). They have the pump built into them that does all the feeding/mixing, etc.
  
  The best way to get a really stable skimmer with an in-sump model is to make sure the water level in the sump that the skimmer is sitting in remains stable using baffles in the sump or an auto top off.

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• by Jimmy Neilson on March 29, 2013, @8:09 AM

  Received the 150 6" Reef Octopus. Have install with a new sump also. Working great, questuion how far up shold water bubbles be in container. Right now they are about 2" into the 2nd section, right about the writing. Nothing in the cup. Thanks for reply. Jimmy

  Bulk Reef Supply Hey Jimmy,
  Great question. There isn't a perfect answer as to where exactly the water level should be as it largely depends on your tank and personal preference. A lower water level will make a thicker denser skimmate (often called skimming dry) whereas a water level that is higher will produce more of a thinner skimmate. I would start by tuning your skimmer so that the water level is near where the collection cup mounts to the body of the skimmer and from there you can adjust it up or down based on your preferences.

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• by Steven on January 23, 2013, @8:31 PM

  My question is does the skimmer have to be in a certin level of water or can it be ran Berlin style in any height of water thanks

  Bulk Reef Supply Hey Steven,
  The skimmer needs to sit in a water volume that is atleast a few inches above the skimmer pump so that it does not suck air through the water intake, and low enough that it doesn't entirely submerge the output. This comes out to 6-10" and does give you some leaway in terms of water level.

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