Skimmer options for NC12

bil2k · 03/24/2006, 03:48 PM

So as I understand the fission skimmer is a POS was is pretty much the only commercial option.

Does anyone have any detailed instructions on DIY designs that work well and fit into the back chambers?

tangreef68 · 03/24/2006, 05:40 PM

i would use a remora, from AquaC. I believe a nano remora is coming out for tanks 10 to 20 gallons

Cody Ray · 03/24/2006, 06:04 PM

Really, can't wait to see that!

Chris13 · 03/27/2006, 06:22 PM

Im just setting up my 24g nano and I ordered the new Tunze nano skimmer. Expensive, but then so is everything Tunze.

Im using the lessons learned from my 80g: stick with the best, you hopefully then only have to buy something once!

http://tunze.com/149.html?&L=1&C=US&user_tunzeprod_pi1[predid]=-infoxunter050

snarkes · 03/28/2006, 04:33 PM

I've heard the same thing about the fission skimmer, but apparently there are many on here that swear if you just tweak the hose fitting and some other stuff it works like a charm... for 27 bucks it really cant hurt to try. I know that there is a member, I think his name is petermai that has had great success and could tell you how to make it work for you.

icepick96 · 04/01/2006, 02:14 AM

Chris13,

Is that Tunze skimmer in tank or HOB?

Thanks.

Mikeeal · 04/01/2006, 05:04 AM

In tank/sump.

slowhand383 · 04/01/2006, 10:00 AM

I got the fission nano skimmer and it is a POS. I plan on removing the hood by switching to a JBJ Viper lamp. Once I get rid of the stock JBJ hood, then I can add a hang on skimmer that actualy works.

outrigger · 04/03/2006, 01:23 AM

i hear regular water changes is enough. especially with a 12G.

Chris13 · 04/03/2006, 12:39 PM

Yeah the Tunze is in tank/sump. Unfortunately, as it seems with every Tunze product...demand outstrips supply.

Im on backorder till the middle of april. Will post results once I actually get one!

03/24/2006, 03:48 PM	#1
bil2k Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 55	Skimmer options for NC12 So as I understand the fission skimmer is a POS was is pretty much the only commercial option. Does anyone have any detailed instructions on DIY designs that work well and fit into the back chambers?

03/24/2006, 05:40 PM	#2
tangreef68 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 301	i would use a remora, from AquaC. I believe a nano remora is coming out for tanks 10 to 20 gallons __________________ 58 gallon LPS / Zoanthid

03/24/2006, 06:04 PM	#3
Cody Ray Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 5,101	Really, can't wait to see that! __________________ Limit 1 stupid question per day Current Tank Info: Mr. Aqua 7.5g bowfront

03/27/2006, 06:22 PM	#4
Chris13 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: San Jose Posts: 14	Im just setting up my 24g nano and I ordered the new Tunze nano skimmer. Expensive, but then so is everything Tunze. Im using the lessons learned from my 80g: stick with the best, you hopefully then only have to buy something once! http://tunze.com/149.html?&L=1&C=US&user_tunzeprod_pi1[predid]=-infoxunter050 __________________ Chris ~-~-~-~ Current Tank Info: 75g Reef only --» migrating to 24 Nano Cube

04/01/2006, 05:04 AM	#7
Mikeeal Same avatar since '05 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 1,285	In tank/sump. __________________ "The leanest burger in the world!!! can be the MEEEAANEST burger in the world..if you cook it that way......" Current Tank Info: 125g fowlr

03/28/2006, 04:33 PM	#5
snarkes Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 479	I've heard the same thing about the fission skimmer, but apparently there are many on here that swear if you just tweak the hose fitting and some other stuff it works like a charm... for 27 bucks it really cant hurt to try. I know that there is a member, I think his name is petermai that has had great success and could tell you how to make it work for you.

04/01/2006, 02:14 AM	#6
icepick96 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Rolla,MO Posts: 442	Chris13, Is that Tunze skimmer in tank or HOB? Thanks.

04/01/2006, 10:00 AM	#8
slowhand383 Registered Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 237	I got the fission nano skimmer and it is a POS. I plan on removing the hood by switching to a JBJ Viper lamp. Once I get rid of the stock JBJ hood, then I can add a hang on skimmer that actualy works.

04/03/2006, 01:23 AM	#9
outrigger Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Cali Posts: 56	i hear regular water changes is enough. especially with a 12G.

04/03/2006, 12:39 PM	#10
Chris13 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: San Jose Posts: 14	Yeah the Tunze is in tank/sump. Unfortunately, as it seems with every Tunze product...demand outstrips supply. Im on backorder till the middle of april. Will post results once I actually get one! __________________ Chris ~-~-~-~ Current Tank Info: 75g Reef only --» migrating to 24 Nano Cube