I have had many skimmers in the last 20 years but none as efficient and as quiet as the AquaC EV Kudos to AquaC. After 24 hours of operation After 48 hours of operation.
Total water volume of his system is gallons. The patented spray nozzle The AquaC EV is boxed completely assembled with the exception of the hose barb for the waste cup and the one inch drain valve. Initial Start Up If an in-sump installation is desired, you will need to remove the collection cup and fill the skimmer chamber with tank water to prevent it from floating around while you are plumbing the pump.
From left to right; water inlet, JG fitting, and air control valve For external installation you will need to attach a one inch hose or PVC pipe to the gate valve and it is best to direct the output away from the intake of the skimmer pump. Pros No dedicated pump required. A true set and forget skimmer Quiet operation relative to pump used Processes a large amount of water per hour Can be used in-sump or externally Cons I wish the foam tower was removable to make cleaning a little easier.
Freshwater Aquariums. Planted Aquariums. Brackish Systems. Aquatic Business. Aquatic Science. SW Pix of the Day. FW Pix of the Day. Helpful Links. Admin Index. Cover Images. Roughly half of the water flow from the display empties into the refugium. A light illuminates the refugium area during the nighttime to support the growth of macro algae which reduces the growth of nuisance algae in the main aquarium.
Filtration area is where the mechanical filtration occurs through the use of a protein skimmer, carbon, phosophate reducing substrate, UV treatement, and filter floss. Return area is where the return pump is located as well as the float switches that are used to measure water volume. Figure 2 illustrates the drain pipes that direct the flow of water from the aquarium, on the other side of the wall, to the sump below.
Figures 3 and 4 illustrate the protein skimmer. The protein skimmer is a AquaC EV; see manual here. The EV was purchased many years ago and has since been discontinued. The design of protein skimmers continue to change rapidly and can easily be the most expensive component of a saltwater aquarium.
They are bad to the bone! Just a comment here. I think i have come a long way in this so far, but have so much more to learn, i thank you for your help. Have had people come by, they see the tank, say, what's that, grab up a chair, sit in front of tank, they are just amazed, ask questions, what's that, wow, look at that, is that alive.
Now i have people come by asking, how's the tank? As always, thank you for any suggestions. Experience With AquaC.. I was looking for a good skimmer late last year and after reading so much of positive feedback from the crew and recommendations from the crew, I went ahead and got an AquaC EV I have not seen any feedback messages on the FAQ so please excuse me if this is improper.
Initially I was a bit worried since the shipping got delayed a lot and it took me a long time to get the skimmer. When I got it, I found it nicely packed and set it up. The setup took me all of 5 to 10 min. This was really impressive since I have always struggled with skimmer installations and my sump is really small measuring 20"x14"x20" LxWxH. One thing folks need to know, is this is not a venturi skimmer and needs plenty of pressure to work.
I contacted the crew at WWM and pat came the response it is breaking in period. Even after 6 weeks, still no scum in the collection box. I had spent more than USD shipping from US to India costs an arm and then more and was wondering if this was a mistake.
Finally we realized it was the pump and Jason suggested that I need to upgrade my pump. Since shipping was the hurdle here and my budget was already way overloaded, Jason actually gave me one of his pumps for FREE and a compatible spray injector and clamps.
Even still I need to cool it with a fan. But I think I can get away with it as the tank is a approx and I have a light load?? A 1 KVA transformer with your operating voltage is only good for 4. Do make sure your total current load does not exceed this. Surely he need not have sent me a pump for free. It is almost back to being as good as new now in about 3 weeks. Protein Skimmer Question, sel.
You guys, and gals are the absolute best at what you do! Many times I have referred to your website when all else has failed. So my many thanks! My current protein skimmer is an AquaC Remora Pro, and it has performed flawlessly. I would like to move from a fish only tank, to a more of a reef tank in the future.
Any suggestions? With so many different options out there, I guess I am just wanting the best "bang" for the buck. See which of these fits your budget and system design, you will be happy with any of these. The current set-up all bought used but in fine working condition : 1. Odyssea PC lights, 4x65 3. Rena Filstar XP-2 4. The tank is currently cycling, and the livestock consists of a six hermits, six snails, and a shy peppermint shrimp.
Next on my agenda and before any fish is choosing the right protein skimmer. So I did some research at your site and others and AquaC looks like a very good company. It's been used, obviously. I like the idea of the sump because of the possibility of having a refugium, and although the tank is a corner unit, it's already off one wall 5 inches because my original plan was to have a HOB skimmer. What do you recommend?
A sump offers increased gas exchange and a place to put your heater and protein skimmer. The HOB Remora has no external drain connection on the collection cup. That scares me, there is always the chance the cup may overflow getting the nice brown skimmate on your floor or carpet. If you go the HOB route, I'd suggest installing an external drain to the collection cup.
As to which skimmer is better, I've never used an ASM skimmer so my first hand knowledge is nil, but from what I've learned about them, I'd say the G2 would have an edge over the Remora Pro due to your tank size.
I've also heard the ASM's are overrated as to the tank size they will handle. Just hearsay mind you, I have no facts. The ASM G2 also comes with a Sedra pump which in my opinion is a much better pump than the Rio that is included with the basic Remora Pro package. You will be much happier with a sump and an in-sump skimmer. I have researched online many times and needless to say still have more questions than answers. I have a 55 gallon tank that is hopefully going to be in operation one day as a reef tank.
I am looking for a reliable skimmer that has a good reputation and by all means WON'T overflow. The skimmer would also have to be easy to operate, set up, and clean back to the fact that I'm a first-time reefer and can handle the bio-load. Both of these are factors are more important than price. I do have live rock and live sand and I am planning on adding more soon. I did look at the Aqua-C Urchin series and Coralife needle wheel. I dropped the Coralife after seeing some of the terrible reviews for this product.
I was hoping you could point me in the right direction as far as skimmers go as there are so many choices out there. AquaC Remora Skimmer, op. Minh at your service. I have had my AquaC Remora skimmer on my 55gal tank for about a year now and for some reason it just does not want to work correctly. I have about 50lbs of live rock, two common clownfish, and a couple mushroom corals. I do have a slight Aiptasia problem that I am trying to correct.
The only chemical I have used in the tank was about 6 - 8 months ago to get rid of my red slime algae. Since then I have obviously done numerous water changes. Now to the problem with the skimmer. I cannot leave it on when I am not there because it fills up with water in about 10 minutes constantly.
Is it still using the factory pump? Are you using the pre-skimmer box? Any help would be greatly appreciated. First, give the entire skimmer a thorough cleaning in warm freshwater to remove any chemicals that could possibly still remain on the reaction chamber.
Second, run a small amount of granular activated carbon in your display tank to remove any chemicals that could interfere with the protein skimming process. Lastly, if the two aforementioned suggestions do not work, try raising the entire skimmer assembly an inch or two higher. Cheers, Minh Huynh. A brush is provided with the skimmer to do so. Debris can get trapped in this area and reduce performance.
Wish I had the email addy to add to However, I don't believe this would affect the problem at hand where the bubbles in the reaction chamber are climbing too quickly and overflowing the collection cup. I do not believe debris caught in the air injector would attribute to this problem as that would actually reduce bubble production.
If this is not correct, I could write the querior and give him that suggestion as well. Please advise. Have sent on. I do not have an power filter on my tank to run the carbon. Is there a way to run this without having a filter maybe just placing it near a power head? Is there a way I can use this without a power filter as well? Some people stuff such media in a pre-skimmer box or the return chamber of HOB skimmers like the Remora but that will interfere with the skimmer and the effort will outweigh the benefit.
If my suggestions do not work, you can contact Steve at Aqua C steve proteinskimmer. Aqua C's customer service is quite good. Cheers, Minh. AquaC EV vs. Apparently, this water conditioner causes the EV series skimmers to foam like crazy. I would really appreciate it if you could suggest for me: 1.
The best method for removing the conditioner that currently remains in the tank. A quality product for conditioning my make up water that won't cause the skimmer to foam like crazy. Re: AquaC EV vs. Many of these bio mumbo jumbo concoctions are great for making a skimmer go nuts! Am interacting with Jason and he is outstanding in helping customers. I have an AquaC Urchin Pro I am no longer using but did have a minor problem with, and the red carpet was always out when I contacted them.
Good short skimmer, sel. The skimmer chamber is approximately 12 by 14 and currently holds an ASM G2. While I like this skimmer I have a quandary. When I elevate the water level, the bubbles subside but the skimmer doesn't function well.
I cannot elevate the skimmer within the tight height of the cabinet. I have decided to rebuild the sump with a shorter longer sump tank to maintain capacity but make maintenance easier.
I would like to replace my skimmer with a shorter model, making maintenance, and perhaps elevation, easier. However I know that in general tower height increases efficiency. Many of the Becket type skimmers are shorter and will serve you well.
Both are great skimmers in short packages. Re: Good short skimmer, sel. But for my money the AquaC is the way to go. Scott V. Hadn't looked at the I like the cup drain and the ball valve I had to mod my own ASM G2.
A fine choice for your setup. I currently am running two 2 Emperor 's and have been told to take them off and replace with a good protein skimmer. As for the drain fitting it can be plugged if you don't end up using it.
The box is a bit tidier look in the tank IMO, but really personal preference. What do you suggest? Protein Skimmer, AquaC, sel. Right now I'm researching the protein skimmer and I see that you guys like Aqua-C. Would you recommend the Remora Pro or the Urchin Pro for a 92 gallon tank? If you are going to go with a sump, then the Urchin Pro would fit the bill. If you chose to go sump-less and use your Rena XP filter, then the Remora Pro would fit that configuration.
This will increase the efficiency of the skimmer, remove surface protein build up and hide the unsightly feed pump. I do not think this is due to a break-in period as my first skimmer cut off coke bottle started skimming almost within a couple of hours.
Can the problem be any of the following? The pump is underpowered? Skimmer is the one off faulty piece? Tank specs gal bow front 4"-5" DSB 80kgs live rock Inverts: 1 mushroom colony, 2 Zoanthid colonies, 2 Palythoa colonies, 1 moon coral, 1 finger leather, 2 feather dusters, snails.
My question is whether this skimmer could function I inside a 20 gallon standard tank sump? I am moving soon and do not have the room for my 75 gallon sump anymore and the only thing that fits under my stand I believe is a 20 gallon tank.
Can I use this skimmer inside this size sump? AquaC Urchin max operating depth. My question is about the skimmer that came with the wet dry filter. I am not using the wet dry. I don't care about bio balls too much. I was going to use because it fits so well in the cabinet. So I know how high to make the baffles in the sump. I want to make the fuge as deep as possible.
I can not put the skimmer on anything to raise it up in the water. There is only about 2'' left above to skimmer after I lift the collection cup to remove it. I looked on Google but could only find the min depth. Hope you all know something I don't.
Been down this road too in the past! AquaC Remora Pro, op. If I let it run like this, it will eventually empty my tank. If I adjust the O-ring at the lower setting below the drain fitting elbow than the foam level does not go up the column and into the cup at all.
I got it with the drain fitting option, and was a bit dismayed that it did not come with a plug just in case I did not want to use the barbed elbow that it did come with. First, do you use any additives on a regular basis such as Selcon or one of the many magic coral elixirs? Many of these can make a skimmer go out of control.
Other point is, new skimmers can take a bit to start producing a good skimmate. It is common to set the collection cup too low to get something, and then it ends up being a very wet foam. The collection cup will need to be set higher, this is what the skimmate is telling you. Be patient, the foam will reach the top of the neck, again if this is a new skimmer it can take a few days.
I don't feel that this skimmer is sufficient, and I am considering purchasing a Prizm Pro skimmer. I would really appreciate your opinion of the Prizm Pro on a tank of 47 gallons with moderate bio-load.
The issue with these skimmers is the need to constantly tweak the thing to keep it skimming, they are just a lot of trouble. I know that a lot of people speak well about the AquaC Remora, but is the Prizm Pro such a poor performer as what I have read? You will set the cup height and from there all you do is clean out the nasty that collects in the cup. If its in there, I'm sorry! I'm not sure if the skimmate cup is too high and its allowing bubbles past, or what.
I would appreciate any opinions! As per Aqua C's directions, the skimmer will put out some micro bubbles while the skimmer is 'breaking in'. This has been my experience too. Give it time, they will disappear.
A link to Aqua C's instructions below. Welcome, Scott V. I find one week to be a bit conservative. Usually two or even a few days more.
You guys are all such a great help! Remora C Pro skimming wet, very wet I am not using any other pump parts, only vinyl tubing snap lock hose clamps to connect the pump to the skimmer. This tank is 1. I upgraded form a 55 that was also skimmerless for 5 yrs.
I hooked up the skimmer, raised the cup to it's highest position and screwed the injector screw in as far as it will go. Here is the problem, I was pulling soooo much water out, I had to make 20 gallons of saltwater to replenish the amount that was being pulled out. The skimmate was clear with just the slightest ting of yellow.
I will need to mix another 20 gallons to continue skimming. I posted on several forums with very little help, I Googled and did not find any similar experiences. I need help. What you describe sounds right to me. Please find the contact info. Perhaps we can all get together with Bob for some diving on the Big Island again sometime. Cheers, my friend 'and do say hello to Jason for me.
Caulerpa prolifera, bad exp. Water parameters test normal - Ammonia 0, Nitrates always under 10, Salinity 1. Do not dose - weekly gallon water changes with Instant Ocean salt. Excellent LFS test my water for other parameters that I do not test for and all are within normal range.
Because I don't dose, I don't regularly test for Calcium, phosphates, other trace elements - rely on the water changes and the LFS for tests every months. The inhabitants are 2 false Percs. Until recently, I had 4 hermit crabs some 2 years old as well and an emerald crab, happily there for almost a year.
Several other types of macros - mostly red and not nuisance Identified on your site - thanks! Now to the Caulerpa prolifera - On January 2, , I added a handful of the weed into my tank, along with a properly acclimated cleaner shrimp from my trusty LFS.
The shrimp very sadly died within 48 hours - like it was being poisoned. I did water changes immediately and did not want to introduce another shrimp or any other creature. Within 10 days, my emerald crab was MIA and now presumed deceased. I am down to 2 hermit crabs. Polyps and mushroom are shriveled up and only partially extend after the water changes. Thankfully, the clownfish seem fine - still producing a clutch - but not like they were prior to the introduction of the Caulerpa prolifera.
After reading everything I can find on your site and from the countless hours monitoring the health of my little tank, I think the Caulerpa is killing my inverts. Plan to carefully remove all of it today, followed up with even more rigorous water changes and increased carbon. I'll keep you posted on the progress. With a 29 gallon tank, the Caulerpa may be too great a risk - simply not enough water volume to handle any toxins released - even with water changes. Any thoughts on this matter?
I do not have a protein skimmer because of the low bioload and frequent water changes and because the original inhabitants have been thriving for so long. There are many reviews on your site - any personal preferences? I do encourage you to skim out the weedy bits, turf them into your garden and not down the sanitary sewer It's been 24 hours since removal of Caulerpa and water change plus carbon. So far a few of the polyps have opened up a little bit - tentacles unfurled but not at full 'blast' - more than they have in past few weeks.
I take this as a positive sign and will continue with aggressive water changes. A cautionary tale for small tanks, perhaps. Will keep you posted of the changes over the next few weeks if you are interested.
Don't want to burden an already swamped site but this might be of interest to those with similar issues. Although I cannot fathom how the creatures live in such cold waters.
Amazing world, eh? Thanks for the reply and all the Crew's hard work and patience. Re: Caulerpa prolifera control, Aqua-C Happy to report that the frequent water changes and the addition of an Aqua-C Remora skimmer have made all the difference in the world. The skimmer has been pulling incredible gunk every day. Also added a Chem-pure filter bag in my canister filter with floss and removed the Bio-wheel.
The Caulerpa pro. I don't think my ramped-up water changes alone would have saved my tank from crashing. Skimmer has made all the difference. I was so wrong! All marine tanks need skimmers, especially smaller tanks! Converts preach the loudest. Thanks for your advice and expertise. Protein Skimmer for 28 Gal. Thank you! You should look at the AquaC Remora series. The nano can do a fine job for your tank, or you may want the full size Remora if you plan on a larger tank down the road. Welcome, happy reefing, Scott V.
Re: Protein Skimmer for 28 Gal. I quickly realized that my previous question was not specific enough. But if you say it is really that great than I will cut back and buy it but for now if it is at all possible than I would like to have another option or two thanks love the site! There are cheaper skimmers out there for your tank, none of which I would recommend when compared to the small price difference for the Remora Nano.
A person would be hard pressed to even DIY a comparable skimmer for the price. Sorry for not having a better solution for you, but this is a case of you get what you pay for.
Although I highly recommend the use of a protein skimmer, a system this size can be well served by water changes; 5 gallons a week can have quite an impact on water quality here. Thank you for all the kind words, Scott V. Tis the reason I and other crewmembers like the AquaC line, as you have read! Have fun, Scott V. Had a problem with my Aqua C.
See response below. I've had the chance to hang out with Bob and several others Pete, Mike, Eric, and Michelle on several occasions - all great people!
I'm not sure what's causing the wet foam, but we can do one of two things. I can either send you one of the extended collection cups, which is taller and will give the foam more time to drain, or you can send the skimmer in for testing, and if we find any problems with the skimmer, we'll be happy to repair or replace it for you.
If you want us to test it, you can just send that in to the address below along with a short note explaining why it's being sent in, and be sure to include your return address. Use a box large enough to have " packing material on each side of the skimmer see attached diagram , and we recommend insuring the package as well.
Let me know what you decide! Do I just slip one end on the remora and put the adapter on the other end and put the skimmer box over the pump and I am ready to go?
If only we all followed all the advice you give us! I run an Aqua C EV on my reef and have one for this tank as well. I installed a new wet dry this week.
Problem is that the skimmer is putting a tone of micro bubbles back into the display. You may just need some time. From right to left, the tank drains into a 26" area of bio balls. I don't have enough room in the cabinet, so I use a submersible Mag9 as the return pump. Due to the fact that the last area of the sump is the only 'open' area, it's crowded. I have the Mag 9 tank return pump, the Ev and the Mag 18 that feeds the This could be playing a factor in bubble return.
Any ideas? I can call Jason Kim on Monday as well. In the meantime, you may want to try either some filter foam or filter sock types of materials between the skimmer output and the return pump to help catch the bubbles.
Welcome and good luck, Scott V. I am presently looking at the AquaC ev for my gallon tank. Your thoughts. Steve sent me a reply pretty quickly with a picture to boot! I hope that pic stays attached because it helps out a lot. The other day it stopped foaming. Water and air are still bubbling at the base of the foam tower, but no foam.
This has happened occasionally in the past and it's usually because the water-intake valve gets gunk caught in it where it pinches down to create the spray. However, it did not resume foaming as usual. In thinking about the problem, I realized that I threw a sponge filter from my brand new quarantine tank into the sump at about the same time it stopped foaming.
Is this the cause? Were there oils on the synthetic sponge that are temporarily changing the surface tension of my aquarium water? Maybe even pull the new foam out and your skimmer should start working within a day or so if this is the cause. Also certain foods or additives can cause this. I would also take a look at the skimmer's feed pump to make sure the flow is unobstructed. But let me get right into my problem. I have a 65gal moderately stocked coral tank with a few small fish, 50 LR and a 20gal sump.
I do not add any additives such as stress coat, and I rarely put my hands in the water. The sump is plumbed with sch 40 pvc. The sump flows about gph. I spoke with Steve at Aqua C, and he said it is normal for this to happen. It is very unsightly to see this in a show tank. Thank you in advance for your help. Welcome, good luck, Scott V. Aqua C Remora, op. While it seems to be working well, about a half cup of gunk every few days.
My issue is with the noise, in the instructions it says the noise and bubbles will decrease over time but has not. Being that the tank is in my bedroom the noise can get quite annoying. Is there anyway to decrease the noise? Would it still be effective? If in doubt, do call on Jason or Steve at Aqua-C Quick Skimmer Question, Op. My question is this: Can I attach the standard "surface skimmer" not the item you can purchase from AquaC but the "In store" version?
I hope that's a good description. It's the "Current Solana Aquarium Systems 34gal tank. It only pulls about 1 inch of dark green stuff every week. I have 2 clowns, 3 snails, 8 very small unidentified hermits can't find ID anywhere, but they do a great job of cleaning the sand of diatoms , and 1 coral.
The tank is 2 years old and I have just noticed some hair algae starting to appear. I want to replace the skimmer. The Deltec is more expensive but I believe it comes with a built in pump? Any thoughts on these 2 choices of skimmer?
Thanks in advance. This comes down to your personal preference. With the AquaC you will have a pump in your tank. If this bothers you then that may be your deciding factor. For the money I would personally choose the Remora Pro.
The skimmer should help, but don't expect a cure all for the hair algae, something is spurring its growth. Is there any reason why you would choose that particular brand? Feel free not to post this. A week prior to adding 70lbs of nice, cured live rock cured yes, but definitely smelling of a limited degree of decaying matter from my LFS.
A week prior, I began running my new Remora to "break it in", so it'd be ready to start skimming once I added my rock. Definitely not anything that would qualify as skimmate. When I move the O-ring down to raise the cup in hope of getting dryer foam, I get absolutely nothing. Feeling curious, and a bit frustrated, I decided to search the popular reef forums for other folks' experiences with the Remora.
To my astonishment, I found the consensus of opinions regarding it's performance to be less then mediocre--and in many cases quite bad. Now I consider your crew to be the most reliable source of info regarding this hobby, which is why I went out of my way to invest in the Remora. But I have a bad feeling that I was steered wrong in this case, and there are too many negative testimonials check the "Aqua C Club" at RC identical to mine for me to believe that I just unluckily received a "lemon", or that I installed a "peach" incorrectly.
Yes, I will contact your friend in San Diego for technical advice. Just saying Sincerely, Eric S. I do encourage you to contact Aqua-C and see if they can help you out. I will add the perhaps the bio-load is just not high enough to get a lot of skimmate right now, but time will tell. While I don't have a question today, I would like to use this forum to more publicly thank Jason Kim at AquaC for his courtesy, generosity, and rapid response.
Fenner, et al, have frequently commented on the excellence of the AquaC skimmer products and, as I use an Urchin Pro on my 90 gal. These skimmers without a doubt offer the biggest bang for the buck.
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