Reef Octopus skimming with less output

tapio · 07/28/2017, 12:44 PM

I have had this skimmer running for 8 months. I got it lightly used from a friend. Recently I have noticed that the output that collects in the cup is much less than before. Also comparing it to another friends new SRO-5000 SSS 10” Space Saver, mine skims much less. Of course tanks are different but both are same size and stocking levels, 265 gal. I have recently cleaned it well including the pump and needle wheel. It is generating lots of bubbles though. Is it possible that the pump becomes less efficient over time?

mcgyvr · 07/28/2017, 01:37 PM

Did you clean the pumps impeller magnet and the bore it goes into also?

Could just be that there is less organic matter in your water that can/needs to be skimmed out...
Could just need to be adjusted some to raise the level of water in the neck to get some "wetter/more" skimmate..

07/28/2017, 12:44 PM	#1
tapio Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 140	Reef Octopus skimming with less output I have had this skimmer running for 8 months. I got it lightly used from a friend. Recently I have noticed that the output that collects in the cup is much less than before. Also comparing it to another friends new SRO-5000 SSS 10” Space Saver, mine skims much less. Of course tanks are different but both are same size and stocking levels, 265 gal. I have recently cleaned it well including the pump and needle wheel. It is generating lots of bubbles though. Is it possible that the pump becomes less efficient over time? __________________ 7 foot by 30" wide and 24" tall 265 gal SPS peninsula style reef. 3 x 250 W MH and 2 Reef Brite XHO strips.. Old 300 g reef: M. Paletta, Ultimate Marine Aquariums, p. 48.

07/28/2017, 01:37 PM	#2
mcgyvr Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 20,050	Did you clean the pumps impeller magnet and the bore it goes into also? Could just be that there is less organic matter in your water that can/needs to be skimmed out... Could just need to be adjusted some to raise the level of water in the neck to get some "wetter/more" skimmate.. __________________ Who me?