Skimmer for redsea reefer 170!

rishma · 07/26/2017, 07:21 PM

I just discovered that sump of my new redsea reefer 170 will not accommodate my 9004 tunze skimmer. The water in the reefer 170 sump is only 7.5" or so and the tunze 9004 requires about 9-9.5". I am bummed.

I really like my 9004, super quiet and skims so well.

What do you all suggest? I cannot overemphasize QUITE!

Thanks

Cheapreef · 07/27/2017, 12:10 AM

I would get any adjustable DC motor driven skimmer if you looking for quite. Before I modified a Deltec MCE600 to use I ran a Coral Box D300, super quite. I have a RSR Nano and it worked really well.

solitude127 · 07/27/2017, 03:44 PM

I have a Aquamaxx WS-1 on my 170 and like it. Quiet is a tough term because everyones definition of quiet is different.

rishma · 07/27/2017, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solitude127

I have a Aquamaxx WS-1 on my 170 and like it. Quiet is a tough term because everyones definition of quiet is different.

Good looking skimmer. I read it requires 8-10" water bit of working well for you I guess 7.5" is good?

I know quiet is very difficult. I am an absolute nut about noise. Rarely satisfied.

Hentz · 08/09/2017, 12:12 AM

I ran the Curve 5 from Bubble Magus. Fed extremely heavy and it definitely pulled out some nasty nasty gunk!

smatter · 08/10/2017, 09:49 AM

Get the Tunze Container 9404... put your 9004 in it... boom done! I have the WS-1 and like it but it's not nearly as quiet as the 9004. I also don't like the way the water pours out of the discharge and splashes. I had to put a sponge below the opening to prevent salt spray.

rishma · 08/10/2017, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smatter

Get the Tunze Container 9404... put your 9004 in it... boom done! I have the WS-1 and like it but it's not nearly as quiet as the 9004. I also don't like the way the water pours out of the discharge and splashes. I had to put a sponge below the opening to prevent salt spray.

Never heard of a 9404. I'll go look!

Thanks.

rjkrejci · 08/11/2017, 02:59 PM

Reef Octopus 110sss. Great bang for the buck and footprint.

sandipan.ece · 12/11/2017, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solitude127

I have a Aquamaxx WS-1 on my 170 and like it. Quiet is a tough term because everyones definition of quiet is different.

I know this is an old thread. But i really need this info.

Could you kindly provide a long term view of using this skimmer Aquamaxx WS-1 ?
I am thinking of using the same skimmer on my reefer 170.

Thank you

smatter · 12/12/2017, 02:29 PM

I've been using the WS-1 for about a year now and it has been a good performer. The footprint is great for the tight REEFER sump. I solved the noise issue by placing a silicone trivet underneath the skimmer to dampen pump vibration, now it's much quieter. I did have a problem with the cup sliding down when it was getting full and overflowing and making a bit of a mess with salt spray. I emailed Aquamaxx, which is just Marine Depot by the way, and they sent me another red O ring in two days. They said to double up on the O rings and the sliding has ceased. Good customer support! For the money I don't think you can go wrong with this skimmer.

07/26/2017, 07:21 PM	#1
rishma Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,206	Skimmer for redsea reefer 170! I just discovered that sump of my new redsea reefer 170 will not accommodate my 9004 tunze skimmer. The water in the reefer 170 sump is only 7.5" or so and the tunze 9004 requires about 9-9.5". I am bummed. I really like my 9004, super quiet and skims so well. What do you all suggest? I cannot overemphasize QUITE! Thanks

07/27/2017, 03:44 PM	#3
solitude127 Proud user of IO Salt! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Torrance, CA Posts: 9,136	I have a Aquamaxx WS-1 on my 170 and like it. Quiet is a tough term because everyones definition of quiet is different. __________________ Mike <)))>{ <)))>{ <)))>{ <)))>{ ReefKeeping.com TOTM Nov 2012 Socalireefs Featured Reef Oct 2011 Current Tank Info: 603020, 8x54 ATI Powermodule, ReefBrite XHO, ATB Elegance 200, Aquamaxx CTech CaRx, Ecotech Vortechs, Apex Controls, WM Ecobak powered. RedSea Reefer 170, MP10, Apex Jr, Ecotech Radion XR15, Aquamaxx WS-1

08/09/2017, 12:12 AM	#5
Hentz Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 2,016	I ran the Curve 5 from Bubble Magus. Fed extremely heavy and it definitely pulled out some nasty nasty gunk! __________________ A Reef in the Desert: 120 Gallon (4x2x2) - MP40 x2 - Gyre 130 - ATI Sunpower - Simplicity Pump/Skimmer - Controlled by Apex

08/10/2017, 09:49 AM	#6
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	Get the Tunze Container 9404... put your 9004 in it... boom done! I have the WS-1 and like it but it's not nearly as quiet as the 9004. I also don't like the way the water pours out of the discharge and splashes. I had to put a sponge below the opening to prevent salt spray. Last edited by smatter; 08/10/2017 at 09:55 AM.

07/27/2017, 12:10 AM	#2
Cheapreef Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 1,076	I would get any adjustable DC motor driven skimmer if you looking for quite. Before I modified a Deltec MCE600 to use I ran a Coral Box D300, super quite. I have a RSR Nano and it worked really well.

08/11/2017, 02:59 PM	#8
rjkrejci Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 88	Reef Octopus 110sss. Great bang for the buck and footprint.

12/12/2017, 02:29 PM	#10
smatter Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 2,055	I've been using the WS-1 for about a year now and it has been a good performer. The footprint is great for the tight REEFER sump. I solved the noise issue by placing a silicone trivet underneath the skimmer to dampen pump vibration, now it's much quieter. I did have a problem with the cup sliding down when it was getting full and overflowing and making a bit of a mess with salt spray. I emailed Aquamaxx, which is just Marine Depot by the way, and they sent me another red O ring in two days. They said to double up on the O rings and the sliding has ceased. Good customer support! For the money I don't think you can go wrong with this skimmer.