sapphire skimmer problem

[MrsBugmaster]

Originally Posted by noirsphynx

Have a look at this link http://justmyreef.com/index.php/2009...-nano-skimmer/

Thanks for the link it says there is a solution to the problem:

2010-01-22: Mesh Wheel Issue – New Wheel Efficiency Solution
When I replaced the mesh wheel with the new and improved version which became available at the beginning January, the mesh wheel was too efficient causing skimmer to overproduce bubbles causing skimmer cup to fill instantly. A solution has been identified and installed which appears to have resolved the issue. By placing an airline 2-way valve inline of the pump’s air intake and before the air silencer, fine tuning is possible correcting problem.

2010-02-06: Final Word
With the new mesh wheel and the 2-way valve to fine tune, this skims excellent! Bad news, Sapphire Aquatics has officially went out of business which is a huge loss to the nano market.


I will try this and hopefully it will work.

[MrsBugmaster]

Ok, I went out and bought a $1.50 2-way airline value and installed it right before the silencer and it seams to have solved the problem! I may have to tweak it a little after its broke-in but so far so good.