Protein Skimmer help

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Firaymark

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I just recently bought a used protein skimmer which stands about 3 feet tall. It does not have a pump. I also need to add a air pump. I paid $60 for it. I plan to use it on my 125 gallon tank. What sort of pump would need for this protein skimmer? I plan to buy a 1000 gph pump and connect to this skimmer. Is this skimmer efficient? I don't know the make or model of it. ImageUploadedByAquarium Advice1419115033.095398.jpgImageUploadedByAquarium Advice1419115054.725959.jpg
Any thoughts or suggestion would be appreciated.


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it looks like DIY project.
there is no markings or documentation with it?--most likely a DIY skimmer.
did the person you got it from offer any advice?
 
Yes, he told me to use air pump with return pump at. 1000 gph. Any idea if these skimmers work well? Don't want to spend $300 on the big size ones. I was told it works well up to 250-300 gallon. There is two valves at the bottom to adjust flow.


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