How To Install a Fluval Mini Protein Skimmer: 10 Gallon Reef Tank.

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maxime labelle - 6 years ago

actually ive got this protein skimmer juste about 2 weeks now, and I really can't find the right spot for him to not overflow, the water level is at minimum and the bubble I try to put them at first of the collection cup but seems to always find its way up and go crazy please help… im kinda diseapointed because my tank is a fluval evo 14.5 made by fluval I thought it was going to be easy… help or garbage?

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Sorry. I gave up after a month. Couldn’t dial it in either

Alex - 6 years ago

I have to say mate, your clowns look quite bored/depressed compared to my clowns... Is there a reason you don't have any anemone for them??

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Tank is to small for them

OSSO - 6 years ago

Hey, how did you get your tank lid to fit on the tank again? Did you buy a new one? If so what lid did you buy. Thanking in advance.

OSSO - 6 years ago

MASS Aquariums Really? It fits a standard aqueon lid without cutting the glass?

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Nope could put the lid back on

Joey Martinez - 6 years ago

Bro what kind of shrimp or crab is he or she he’s to dope the setup is dope need a decent skimmer

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Coral banded Shrimp

Tony Sanger - 6 years ago

Don't like it, takes up tank space, can suck in corals that move, in a small tank I want to see corals and fish Not a Skimmer.

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

I will agree with that

The Rock ReeF - 6 years ago

water level is way to high. Should only be foam in the collection cup not water.

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Thanks

jeffrey arnedo - 6 years ago

Can you hang this skimmer on the outside?

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

I believe so

NanoReeferKeeper - 6 years ago

There is a lot of water in that cup hahaha

NanoReeferKeeper - 6 years ago

so i got myself one of these and its a hell to tune it. Gone a week without any skim. Im trying to see if different water levels help.

MASS Aquariums - 6 years ago

Yeah tough to dial in

Phillip Hoffman - 7 years ago

Hahaha I love your sense of humor "Thats what she said"

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Melain Kinney - 7 years ago

THAT SKIMMER DRIVE ME CRAZY i have to empty it so often no matter how i adjust .The tiny lid never sits on firm aside from that my tank is in great shape for my first salt water tank experience . i'm new only had this little test tank 6 months already for a upgrade to a 32 g my space is limited can't give up anymore space or i get the broom to the back of my head .

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

Haha. I hear you

Ken Cress - 7 years ago

skimmer not necessary in such a small tank. your water changes should suffice

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

Yes. Just an experiment

Danny Marques - 7 years ago

Hi how are you ? How's your skimmer running ? I just got one in and is running just like yours with a lot of water any ideias ?thanks !!!!!

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

Just have to keep adjusting it

Lincoln Towns - 7 years ago

So what's everyone's opinion with a protein skimmer in a nano? Does it allow for longer time between water changes? Any noticeable difference?

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

I didn't notice

Leap Tech - 7 years ago

Not making enough bubbles.

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

+Leap Tech it needed to be dialed in over a couple days

bwatt51 - 7 years ago

Which way do you turn the water and air valve to increase and decrease the air and water level. Very frustrating.

bwatt51 - 7 years ago

MASS Aquariums which way do I turn it

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

+bwatt51 it's a little sensitive. Just twist it slowly

Jeremiah Holland - 7 years ago

would you recommend me buying a mini protein skimmer for my tank, i have the exact kind of tank that you are using

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

If you want to. I have the link in my description. It helps

Johnny Keo - 7 years ago

Great video! I want a small skimmer for my 8g nano! But I just feel like this skimmer is just a little too big for my tank, hopefully I can find a smaller skimmer that'll get the job done!

Jose Morey - 7 years ago

Johnny Keo try the Coralife mini skimmer. It's at $23 in Amazon.

Happy Reefing!

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

Thanks. It's tough

Lee and Mandy Battersby - 7 years ago

I have a 6gallon nano and I'm looking for a skimmer think this will be the one

MASS Aquariums - 7 years ago

Probably. It's the smallest one

Dennis Younger - 8 years ago

Yeah, but it is too big for a 10 gallon. Looks like a science experiment. Your tank is pretty but this thing spoils it. Just my opinion.

Dennis Younger - 8 years ago

So many things offered for sale to the aquarist but so many not worth it or just not good for some applications. I figure hobbiests spend million on not needed items. My salt water has no skimmer and does just fine.

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

I agree. I have already pulled it

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BudgiesBox - 8 years ago

good information video

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Thanks

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Thanks PB. I havnt heard of that one

Mr. Gilly - 8 years ago

Hey buddy i tagged you in the Aquarium Tube Tag Challenge. Check out the description in my latest video for the questions. Basically you have to answer 10 questions and then tag 3 others. Its pretty fun

Reid Smith - 8 years ago

Lol "that's what she said"

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Haha

Apple Hoe - 8 years ago

David do you Luke saltwater

Ben Donaldson - 8 years ago

Is that a fluval m series heater?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Yep

Villaeddie19 - 8 years ago

so will you be performing less frequent water changes now?

Deon 0026 - 8 years ago

beautiful aquarium nice video thanks for sharing this

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Thank you.

Micah Lobin - 8 years ago

it was easy

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Was very easy

Alejandro Sanchez - 8 years ago

makes me want a reef but man the cost just adds up..

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+Alejandro Sanchez it's not all that bad.

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Tritan - 8 years ago

What is a protein skimmer do?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+Tritan it removes organic waste from the tank

jeb081998 - 8 years ago

Any recommendation on getting rid of brown diatoms?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Increase flow. But they will disappear when the tank matures.

Apple Hoe - 8 years ago

Or my aquarium box

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+Apple Hoe www.myaquariumbox.com

Apple Hoe - 8 years ago

How do I get a skimmer

Speedy - 8 years ago

MASS Aquariums the one you linked is the PS1 and the one you used is the PS2

David Garcia - 8 years ago

Apple Hoe that's the PS1 Skimmer not the PS2 that Mike has. I've been trying to track a PS2 down for weeks with no luck.

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Got the link in the description and it will bring you right to Amazon

DrOfWelshMagic - 8 years ago

hi dude, great vid. do you have an issue with micro bubbles pouring out of the side of the skimmer? If so, is this normal?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

I agree

DrOfWelshMagic - 8 years ago

me too, I was beginning to think it was broken, however they have settled down slightly with bedding in, tho there are still more than I would like.

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+DrOfWelshMagic yes there have been some bubbles

John Nguyen - 8 years ago

Great video! Why is it more comfortable to keep small salt water aquariums compared to large fresh water tanks?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

I don't thinks it's more comfortable. It has its challenges

KurtLawrence M. - 8 years ago

Hey mike! Do you use live plants on these tank too? And what to do to make them live.

KurtLawrence M. - 8 years ago

MASS Aquariums ohhh

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+lawrence kurt I do not

Michael Agostino - 8 years ago

Nice video. With the skimmer in, will you be making some sort of new cover (lid) for the tank, because I see the old glass lid will not fit properly with the newly added skimmer? As your setup is now I would expect a lot more evaporation of water with the lid not being able to fit properly.

Apple Hoe - 8 years ago

Michael Agostino g

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

Zoomed LED

Luis Arguello - 8 years ago

MASS Aquariums What light do you recommend for a 10 gallon reef with softies?

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+Michael Agostino I'll be getting a new lid.

Micah Lobin - 8 years ago

love this skimmer

MASS Aquariums - 8 years ago

+Micah Lobin how has yours been to dial in

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