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01/02/2017, 12:10 AM | #1 |
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Mini BK 180 questions...
I was wondering how many generations there are of the Mini 180 and what the main differences were of each generation? Thanks in advance.
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01/02/2017, 12:53 AM | #2 |
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There have only been a couple generations of Mini 180. The most recent generation which is the VS12 has the inclusion of the AKB (Anti lime Bypass) which is the red tube that runs between the volute and the side of the motor block. It provides cool water circulation fed from the volute to the magnet cavity in order to reduce calcium buildup in the block by providing cool water circulation in the magnet cavity.
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01/02/2017, 01:30 AM | #3 |
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Scott, I have wanted a BK skimmer for many years and I am determined to get one! I am debating between the Mini 180 and Double Cone 180 (similar in price). Which one would you choose? I have plenty of room in my sump for both so space is not an issue. Thanks.
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01/02/2017, 11:15 AM | #5 |
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Thanks Scott. Does the Double Cone 180 have similar dimensions as the Vertex Omega 150?
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Dimension skimmer without pump: 8.66ʺ wide / 11.02ʺ length / ~ 20.87ʺ height Dimension skimmer with pump: 11.42ʺ wide / 14.17ʺ length / ~ 20.87ʺ height Specs including the manual and data sheet can be found here: http://royalexclusiv.com/Skimmer/Ski...eedy::412.html
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01/02/2017, 04:45 PM | #7 |
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Ok, I'm going with the DC 180. I plan on ordering it from Premium Aquatics as they have always treated me right. Any idea when their next shipment of DC 180's will arrive? Also, is the pump still Askoll based? Thanks Scott.
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01/02/2017, 06:59 PM | #9 |
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Is the pump on the mini 180 Askoll based?
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Yes. Only the on Mini with the RD3 is the Mini 200.
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Hi Scott, after much thought, I am going to order a mini 180. I have really grown to love Askoll based pumps as I had one on an older ATB skimmer years ago and loved it. I really want another Askoll pump so I have decided on the Mini 180. Thanks again for all your help.
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01/03/2017, 05:43 PM | #13 |
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It's official, I am now a card carrying member of the Bubble King skimmer club! Just ordered a mini 180 from Premium Aquatics. Can't wait to receive it!!
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I think you will love it. And soon you will ask about the neck cleaners!
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