Tunze Doc Skimmer 9001

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Most dissolved organic materials have an electrical charge and are hydrophilic which attracts them to the bubbles forming at the surface. Some factors can slow down this foam production, like oils introduced into the tank on hands or through some fish food ingredients.

In most cases, a nano tank does not need a protein skimmer; they aren’t completely mandatory for every system, but they can help water quality. As most nano tanks under 40 gallons (181.8 L) can’t fit a lot of fish due to size limitations, most hobbyists can keep up with parameters through water changes. Hobbyists have found that this pump needs some modifications for the best skimming action; even then, this protein skimmer can be slightly underwhelming. If you feel like you need a protein skimmer due to sensitive corals or a high bio load in your nano aquarium, then you have several good options that will keep your aquatic life happy and healthy. The 9002 uses slightly more power, requiring 10 Watts of electricity to pull in 150 liters of air every hour. With a stronger motor, it creates a steadier stream of foam that flows into a 0.3-liter skimmer cup without creating micro-bubbles inside the tank. The foam simply passes into the skimmer cup, helping to keep your tank clean through the week.The Tunze 9001 and Tunze 9002 are both effective and efficient reef tank skimmers, but they are not rated for the same tank capacity. The 9002 features a larger and more powerful motor, making it better suited for larger aquariums. However, if you have a nano-tank, you should be fine with the smaller Tunze 9001. Consider your needs and buy based on your tank and reef requirements. Bubbles produced by the Tunze Comline Doc Skimmer measure only 1-3mm allowing for easy distribution into the skimmer cup once loaded with protein. The unique performance of the Tunze Comline Doc Skimmer sets itself apart from other protein skimmers on the market, as its exclusive design ensures that the substances absorbed by the bubbles do not return to the water. Preventing the skimmer from over foaming, is thepatented anti-overfoaming system intermediate chamber, which simultaneously controls the performance of the device. The size of your reef aquarium – A larger aquarium needs a more powerful skimmer to process all of the water. Thus, a DOC skimmer for 1,000 liters (264 USgal.) should be used for a tank with a maximum content of approx. 400 liters (106 USgal.).

If you have any questions about protein skimmers, any other kinds of filtration, or have found another reliable nano protein skimmer available on the market, don’t hesitate to leave a comment below! A protein skimmer is a type of filtration device used mainly in marine systems. It is often a tall and cylindrical piece of equipment with a removable collection cup at the top. Two of our favorite aspects of the 9001 are how easily it is to hide and the silent operation. The skimmer is so small it will easily fit in many AIO chambers along with AIO’s with hoods. You could run this in your bedroom or office without ever hearing it! While the 9001 works so well it does have a few quirks. First, the magnet that mounts to the skimmer itself uses four small plastic “clips”. Some hobbyists also like adding a protein skimmer to their tank for additional gas exchange. Protein Skimmer Maintenance Thus, a DOC skimmer for 1,000 liters (264 USgal.) should be used for a tank with a maximum content of approx. 600 liters (158 USgal.).

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Now that we’ve taken an in-depth look at each product, it’s time to decide which one is right for your reef aquarium. You’ll need to choose based on a few simple factors, such as: However, if you’re running a high-tech nano-system with delicate soft corals, large polyp stony (LPS) corals, and small polyp stony (SPS) corals, then a protein skimmer could help lessen maintenance.

This protein skimmer is slightly less powerful than the others on this list and does best for reef aquariums up to 30 gallons (113.6 L).

Tunze 9001 skimmer

Your budget – Both products are reasonably priced, but keep your budget in mind as you start shopping. The AquaMaxx NF-1 Nano Protein Skimmer is a lesser-known affordable option, though many aquarium hobbyists have had success using it. Because of this, it’s recommended to use the AquaMaxx NF-1 Nano Protein Skimmer on smaller setups and to rely more on aquarium water changes to maintain water quality. What We Like: