micaheli
Aquarium Advice Regular
Because of my aquarium stands height limitations, I have to design my own skimmer to fit my cabinet. I may need to make 2 for enough skimming in my 55gal reef. I designed plans for a skimmer 22" tall with a 17-18 inch skimming tower. It will use an air stone and will be completely made out of PVC (due to cost of clear stuff). I have not played with a commercial skimmer yet and do not 100% understand how they work. I understand that with high pH water, air bubbles attract solid waste and undissolved protiens and they rise to the surface and create a nasty, yucky foam. I understand THAT. However, Something isn't making sense to me. All of the skimmers I have seen have an outlet for waste to exit. With that vent open, wouldn't water just come squirting out from the pressure of the pump? Or does the air pressure from the stone keep the water down. In that case, wouldn't I need a valve on that port to restrict the air-flow?
Also, will 17-18" of skimming tower be enough for a 55gal tank? Can somebody beat this into my head? Thanks!
--Micah
Also, will 17-18" of skimming tower be enough for a 55gal tank? Can somebody beat this into my head? Thanks!
--Micah