The Life Reef Skimmer Club - Page 144

mgreenough · 01/15/2018, 06:23 AM

Just joined the club with a second hand svs-24 (version 1 i assume) going by the design. It is powered by a Jebao DC12000 pump running with two lights on the controller. It has replaced my Bubble Magus Curve 7.

It is just breaking in at the moment after giving it a deep clean. The previous owner had some serious build up.

Previous owners gunk, lovely.

johnike · 01/21/2018, 08:24 AM

If anyone needs a spare Mazzei 978, I have one in the equipment for sale section.

KJoFan · 01/24/2018, 09:34 AM

I am currently running my VS2-24" on a 150g tank with a Waveline DC10000 pump and it seems to be working well. I was wondering though if a RO Varios 6 would be enough pump for it? The Varios is currently my return pump but I'd like more flow through the tank so was thinking of swapping the two pumps. But, if the Varios won't be a great choice for the Lifereef then I won't bother making the swap.

Dross · 01/24/2018, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by KJoFan

I am currently running my VS2-24" on a 150g tank with a Waveline DC10000 pump and it seems to be working well. I was wondering though if a RO Varios 6 would be enough pump for it? The Varios is currently my return pump but I'd like more flow through the tank so was thinking of swapping the two pumps. But, if the Varios won't be a great choice for the Lifereef then I won't bother making the swap.

Assuming it is the same as the Waveline DC10000II listed on Marine Depot, it will deliver about 15.5 ft at 300 gph which is about the rate you can expect to actually feed the Skimmer. The Varios 6 is only about 12 ft at the same flow rate. There are people using pumps with about the same 12 ft head (e.g. Fluval SP4, Sicce 5.0, Mag 12) that are satisfied, but I would not expect it to feed as much air and water and consequently not perform as well as your current pump which should be equivalent to a Mag 18 on that skimmer.

KJoFan · 01/24/2018, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dross

Assuming it is the same as the Waveline DC10000II listed on Marine Depot, it will deliver about 15.5 ft at 300 gph which is about the rate you can expect to actually feed the Skimmer. The Varios 6 is only about 12 ft at the same flow rate. There are people using pumps with about the same 12 ft head (e.g. Fluval SP4, Sicce 5.0, Mag 12) that are satisfied, but I would not expect it to feed as much air and water and consequently not perform as well as your current pump which should be equivalent to a Mag 18 on that skimmer.

That was kind of what I was wondering/fearing. There's a reason I went with the Waveline (yes, the same one you referenced) on the skimmer. It fits well. Really, in the end I probably just need to upgrade the return pump to something more powerful if I want more flow through the system.

reeftanker3295 · 01/24/2018, 06:31 PM

I'm thinking about switching over to a Lifereef on my new setup, a ~225 gallon total volume (150 gallon display), medium bioload reef. Which would work best here? And what pump would be a good pair for it to keep it quiet? I was thinking the SVS3-30 in sump but undecided on pump and injector.

Emmanuel75 · 01/24/2018, 07:09 PM

I've got a Fluval sp4 on a vs2-24 and love it. I'm going with the sp6 on my vs3-30 with the mazzei injector for my 210 gal once it's up and running.

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shellsea · 01/25/2018, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by reeftanker3295

I'm thinking about switching over to a Lifereef on my new setup, a ~225 gallon total volume (150 gallon display), medium bioload reef. Which would work best here? And what pump would be a good pair for it to keep it quiet? I was thinking the SVS3-30 in sump but undecided on pump and injector.

Go to Lifereef web site and send e-mail or phone call to Jeff and get his opinion. Very knowledgeable guy and no one knows his products better than him! He is a sole owner/operator so may not be instantaneous response, but you will get one. Great product.

Orcus Varuna · 01/25/2018, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by reeftanker3295

I'm thinking about switching over to a Lifereef on my new setup, a ~225 gallon total volume (150 gallon display), medium bioload reef. Which would work best here? And what pump would be a good pair for it to keep it quiet? I was thinking the SVS3-30 in sump but undecided on pump and injector.

A 30” skimmer with the standard Venturi driven by a jebao 10-12000 would be quiet and more then enough skimmer for a 225.

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Molatov · 02/01/2018, 11:29 PM

My vs3 24 ships next week �� I've read on here that soaking in a 24 hour vinegar bath will speed up break in. Would tunze citric acid achieve the same results in less time?

Molatov · 02/01/2018, 11:31 PM

Those question marks were supposed to be smiley faces.

Pablos RSM 450 · 02/02/2018, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Molatov

My vs3 24 ships next week �� I've read on here that soaking in a 24 hour vinegar bath will speed up break in. Would tunze citric acid achieve the same results in less time?

You should be good enough with the vinegar bath. A Jecod DCT 6,000 pump should be more than enough and you will enjoy the quietness.

mgreenough · 02/02/2018, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Pablos RSM 450

You should be good enough with the vinegar bath. A Jecod DCT 6,000 pump should be more than enough and you will enjoy the quietness.

What speed do you run your dct6000 at? I just got a dcs-6500 and was thinking of using that as i currently run an old dc-12000 on 3 pips but it is too loud.

Pablos RSM 450 · 02/02/2018, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by mgreenough

What speed do you run your dct6000 at? I just got a dcs-6500 and was thinking of using that as i currently run an old dc-12000 on 3 pips but it is too loud.

I run it on the 8th setting and it is not loud at all. I have noticed that between models the newer pumps are quieter. My DCP is quieter than my DCT.

mgreenough · 02/02/2018, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Pablos RSM 450

I run it on the 8th setting and it is not loud at all. I have noticed that between models the newer pumps are quieter. My DCP is quieter than my DCT.

Cheers. Got the pump today and have it on 75%
https://youtu.be/oqaC20hoFXs

Molatov · 02/03/2018, 01:25 PM

Ive been running a D.C. 6000 (the older blue model) on 5 outa 6 for the last 2 years and it's always been quiet and reliable I may get a 9000, use that for my return and put the 6 on the new skimmer.

drkcurrent · 02/04/2018, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Orcus Varuna

The Sicce pumps are noisy, very similar to running a mag drive. A DC pump should help a lot and you can make a silencer for the Venturi as well.

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How do you make the silencer on the venturi?

Orcus Varuna · 02/04/2018, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by drkcurrent

How do you make the silencer on the venturi?

Since they pull so much air you really need to use a media reactor. Mine doubles as a co2 scrubber

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Molatov · 02/07/2018, 05:40 AM

Does anyone use a quick connect on the airline leaving the collection cup? If so what type, size and how well do they work? Thanx.

WBrian · 02/16/2018, 11:23 AM

Yay me! I finally finished reading this whole thread! Wowza! I realized I never posted my repair pictures... coming soon...

Molatov · 02/19/2018, 03:05 PM

I'm in ��

Molatov · 02/20/2018, 03:54 PM

Yesterday I received my vs3 24 in blue, I wish I could post pics I ran it for 15 min in the sink with citric acid and installed it. I'm running a jebao dcp 8000 at 80 percent there are some micro bubbles in my return now but thanks to this thread I know they'll go away in time. She hasn't produced anything more than a dirty neck yet, but again I I've learned from those who've gone before me to be patient. As far as noise goes this thing is much quieter than my sump, all I can hear is trickling water. So far so good thanx to jeff for designing and building such a great product. And thanx to the folks here for sharing there experiences with it

shellsea · 02/20/2018, 08:42 PM

Welcome to the club from an old time reefer who also joined the club recently. Love the quality of Lifereef. Skimmer is awesome and the best I have seen in 30 years of reef keeping.

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Molatov · 02/20/2018, 11:23 PM

Thanks for paving the way. I was worried about the o ring and the air hose, it looked like removing and replacing the cup would be awkward but that's not the case at all the quick connect works great it all just works

Orcus Varuna · 02/21/2018, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Molatov

Thanks for paving the way. I was worried about the o ring and the air hose, it looked like removing and replacing the cup would be awkward but that's not the case at all the quick connect works great it all just works

Jeff’s work is top notch I think you’ll be surprised how much you’ll end up liking the skimmer.

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01/24/2018, 07:09 PM	#3582
Emmanuel75 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 283	I've got a Fluval sp4 on a vs2-24 and love it. I'm going with the sp6 on my vs3-30 with the mazzei injector for my 210 gal once it's up and running. Sent from my LG-H932 using Tapatalk __________________ 75 Gallon RR DT, 40 Gallon Eshoppes ADV-300 Sump/Refugium, H&S 150-2001 Skimmer, BRS HC-GFO, BRS ROX, 2 Apollo dimmable LEDS. 210 RR DT In Progress

02/16/2018, 11:23 AM	#3595
WBrian Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Va BCH Posts: 124	Yay me! I finally finished reading this whole thread! Wowza! I realized I never posted my repair pictures... coming soon... __________________ 65 Gallon mixed reef, 20L frag tank all plumbed into a Trigger Systems Emerald Cube Sump.. Ocean Revive T247 LED lighting. Ecotech marine MP40 some pretty impressive flow! Www.wbrianmurphy.com Current Tank Info: 65 Gal, Mixed Reef

02/20/2018, 08:42 PM	#3598
shellsea Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Destin, Fl. Posts: 479	Welcome to the club from an old time reefer who also joined the club recently. Love the quality of Lifereef. Skimmer is awesome and the best I have seen in 30 years of reef keeping. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Jack "Shellsea" 120 mixed reef, Reef Breeder Photon 48, Apex and a proud owner of a Lifereef Skimmer

01/15/2018, 06:23 AM	#3576
mgreenough Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Posts: 80	Just joined the club with a second hand svs-24 (version 1 i assume) going by the design. It is powered by a Jebao DC12000 pump running with two lights on the controller. It has replaced my Bubble Magus Curve 7. It is just breaking in at the moment after giving it a deep clean. The previous owner had some serious build up. Previous owners gunk, lovely.

01/21/2018, 08:24 AM	#3577
johnike Moved On Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Bureau County Illinois Posts: 5,406	If anyone needs a spare Mazzei 978, I have one in the equipment for sale section.

01/24/2018, 09:34 AM	#3578
KJoFan Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 236	I am currently running my VS2-24" on a 150g tank with a Waveline DC10000 pump and it seems to be working well. I was wondering though if a RO Varios 6 would be enough pump for it? The Varios is currently my return pump but I'd like more flow through the tank so was thinking of swapping the two pumps. But, if the Varios won't be a great choice for the Lifereef then I won't bother making the swap.

01/24/2018, 06:31 PM	#3581
reeftanker3295 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 192	I'm thinking about switching over to a Lifereef on my new setup, a ~225 gallon total volume (150 gallon display), medium bioload reef. Which would work best here? And what pump would be a good pair for it to keep it quiet? I was thinking the SVS3-30 in sump but undecided on pump and injector.

02/01/2018, 11:29 PM	#3585
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	My vs3 24 ships next week �� I've read on here that soaking in a 24 hour vinegar bath will speed up break in. Would tunze citric acid achieve the same results in less time?

02/01/2018, 11:31 PM	#3586
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	Those question marks were supposed to be smiley faces.

02/03/2018, 01:25 PM	#3591
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	Ive been running a D.C. 6000 (the older blue model) on 5 outa 6 for the last 2 years and it's always been quiet and reliable I may get a 9000, use that for my return and put the 6 on the new skimmer.

02/07/2018, 05:40 AM	#3594
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	Does anyone use a quick connect on the airline leaving the collection cup? If so what type, size and how well do they work? Thanx.

02/19/2018, 03:05 PM	#3596
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	I'm in ��

02/20/2018, 03:54 PM	#3597
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	Yesterday I received my vs3 24 in blue, I wish I could post pics I ran it for 15 min in the sink with citric acid and installed it. I'm running a jebao dcp 8000 at 80 percent there are some micro bubbles in my return now but thanks to this thread I know they'll go away in time. She hasn't produced anything more than a dirty neck yet, but again I I've learned from those who've gone before me to be patient. As far as noise goes this thing is much quieter than my sump, all I can hear is trickling water. So far so good thanx to jeff for designing and building such a great product. And thanx to the folks here for sharing there experiences with it

02/20/2018, 11:23 PM	#3599
Molatov Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Gloucester mass Posts: 16	Thanks for paving the way. I was worried about the o ring and the air hose, it looked like removing and replacing the cup would be awkward but that's not the case at all the quick connect works great it all just works