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smcwhirt · 10/14/2011, 12:05 PM

No, I debated for a few days about recirculating or not and how to plumb it with the setup I have started. I still may add it later. I did splurge for the smoked cone, the swabbie and a davey jones locker however. It will be a fun project.

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/14/2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by smcwhirt

No, I debated for a few days about recirculating or not and how to plumb it with the setup I have started. I still may add it later. I did splurge for the smoked cone, the swabbie and a davey jones locker however. It will be a fun project.

Oh I am jealous! I will be ordering my swabbie and skimmate locker this coming Wednesday. Let me know how you like it. Did you get the float switch for the locker to turn off the Skimmer when full?

smcwhirt · 10/14/2011, 12:22 PM

Avast doesn't use a float switch, it's pressure switch instead. I didn't ask for one, but I thought it was included with all of their lockers. I'll find out for sure tonight.

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/14/2011, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by smcwhirt

Avast doesn't use a float switch, it's pressure switch instead. I didn't ask for one, but I thought it was included with all of their lockers. I'll find out for sure tonight.

Cool didn't do my research on it yet but when I do I think I will get the switch. Nothing worse them having to cleanup stinky skimmate from a rug.

smcwhirt · 10/14/2011, 12:31 PM

It even has an area to put carbon so the air is filtered coming out of the top. They shouldn't be any smell until you break the "seal". I'll try and get some pictures to share of the locker as well.

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/14/2011, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by smcwhirt

It even has an area to put carbon so the air is filtered coming out of the top. They shouldn't be any smell until you break the "seal". I'll try and get some pictures to share of the locker as well.

That would be awesome. Can't wait to see them.

AZReefJunkie · 10/16/2011, 11:51 AM

Cool thread. I ordered the CS-1 with the recirc kit and smoked cone yesterday so I'm going to be going crazy until it gets here. I love anything diy so this was right up my alley. I just hope it will keep up with my 110 reef tank.

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/16/2011, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by AZReefJunkie

Cool thread. I ordered the CS-1 with the recirc kit and smoked cone yesterday so I'm going to be going crazy until it gets here. I love anything diy so this was right up my alley. I just hope it will keep up with my 110 reef tank.

It should I actually have to empty the collection cup after two days!

AZReefJunkie · 10/16/2011, 07:37 PM

Cool, what size tank are you running it on?

Brando457 · 10/16/2011, 10:34 PM

I'm thinking about getting this for my 75g tank I'll be building.

Is the recirc mod worth the extra $35? Not sure how it works.

Plan is to initially get the skimmer then upgrade to the swabbie and locker then do a few media reactors

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/17/2011, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by AZReefJunkie

Cool, what size tank are you running it on?

I am currently running it on a 40 gallon breeder with a 10 gallon sump. I have an extremely high bioload so it was an obvious choice for me and so far I am happy. It has been running for approximately 3 days and I already have to empty the collection cup once.

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/17/2011, 05:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Brando457

I'm thinking about getting this for my 75g tank I'll be building.

Is the recirc mod worth the extra $35? Not sure how it works.

Plan is to initially get the skimmer then upgrade to the swabbie and locker then do a few media reactors

Honestly the recirculating feature is definitely worth the extra $35.00 in my honest opinion. It make the skimmer more efficient in its filtration process because the pump which mixes the saltwater and air recirculating water within the chamber (both the pump input and output is located within the chamber which means multiple passes for the saltwater in the chamber) There is another input that pulls water from your sump for example that provides the skimmer the water to filter. then it exits through the drain pipe back into the aquarium. I would get it from the start and save yourself the hassle of having to modify the Protein Skimmer later. If you read my thread regarding the Protein Skimmer you can see what I am talking about.

Avast Marine Works "You Build" CS-1 Black Pearl Recirculating Protein Skimmer Thread
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2081558

TH3C1SC0K1D · 10/17/2011, 07:18 PM

The new protein Skimmer has been in operation since Friday evening and I honestly couldn't be more happier. This is a photograph of the skimmate production from over the weekend. I think this is enough to show that the recirculating model is more then doing it's job. I'm going to need a skimmate locker before my swabbie!

View My Aquarium Journal Thread
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2074357

10/16/2011, 07:37 PM	#59
AZReefJunkie Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 109	Cool, what size tank are you running it on? __________________ "Something clever and witty." Current Tank Info: 8G LED Biocube Reef

10/16/2011, 10:34 PM	#60
Brando457 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Caldwell, NJ Posts: 1,281	I'm thinking about getting this for my 75g tank I'll be building. Is the recirc mod worth the extra $35? Not sure how it works. Plan is to initially get the skimmer then upgrade to the swabbie and locker then do a few media reactors __________________ My Build Thread: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2259598 Current Tank Info: 180 gallon in wall w/ 75g sump & 40 breeder fuge

10/17/2011, 07:18 PM	#63
TH3C1SC0K1D Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 245	Avast Marine Works "You Build" CS-1 Black Pearl Recirculating Protein Skimmer. The new protein Skimmer has been in operation since Friday evening and I honestly couldn't be more happier. This is a photograph of the skimmate production from over the weekend. I think this is enough to show that the recirculating model is more then doing it's job. I'm going to need a skimmate locker before my swabbie! View My Aquarium Journal Thread http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2074357

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10/14/2011, 12:05 PM	#51
smcwhirt Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Omaha Posts: 58	No, I debated for a few days about recirculating or not and how to plumb it with the setup I have started. I still may add it later. I did splurge for the smoked cone, the swabbie and a davey jones locker however. It will be a fun project.

10/14/2011, 12:22 PM	#53
smcwhirt Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Omaha Posts: 58	Avast doesn't use a float switch, it's pressure switch instead. I didn't ask for one, but I thought it was included with all of their lockers. I'll find out for sure tonight.

10/14/2011, 12:31 PM	#55
smcwhirt Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Omaha Posts: 58	It even has an area to put carbon so the air is filtered coming out of the top. They shouldn't be any smell until you break the "seal". I'll try and get some pictures to share of the locker as well.

10/16/2011, 11:51 AM	#57
AZReefJunkie Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 109	Cool thread. I ordered the CS-1 with the recirc kit and smoked cone yesterday so I'm going to be going crazy until it gets here. I love anything diy so this was right up my alley. I just hope it will keep up with my 110 reef tank.