Deltec skimmer

MrsBugmaster · Nov 29, 2018

awesome, I'll wait for it to come out. Thanks

gar732 · Nov 29, 2018

On a 45g tank and sump with about 10g of actual water volume, do you think the 600i will be a good fit or should I hold off for the 400?
I have time before the tank will be running so waiting for the 400 wouldn’t be an issue if it’s a better fit.

Waboss · Nov 29, 2018

MrsBugmaster said:
Any updates from the people using this skimmer? Do you still like it, ect? Do you think it will work on my RS reefer 170, or is it too big for my tank? considering getting the 600i.

I had my SC 1351 (which I believe the 600i is the replacement for) on my Reefer 170 and it was great. Maybe a little overkill, but once tuned in, it pulled some of the nastiest stuff I've seen out of my tank.

I wouldn't hesitate to put a 600i on a Reefer 170, but the 400i might save you a little dough and still do a great job.

Mark Gray · Nov 29, 2018

Waboss said:
I had my SC 1351 (which I believe the 600i is the replacement for) on my Reefer 170 and it was great. Maybe a little overkill, but once tuned in, it pulled some of the nastiest stuff I've seen out of my tank.

I wouldn't hesitate to put a 600i on a Reefer 170, but the 400i might save you a little dough and still do a great job.

I also have a 1351 it skims great, do you have to keep something on the lid so the foam doesn't lift it off?

Battlecorals · Nov 29, 2018

Mark Gray said:
I also have a 1351 it skims great, do you have to keep something on the lid so the foam doesn't lift it off?

You may consider skimming a tad "wetter" sometimes really dry foam can do that lol. it's impressive for sure but not exactly ideal

madweazl · Nov 29, 2018

Mark Gray said:
I also have a 1351 it skims great, do you have to keep something on the lid so the foam doesn't lift it off?

I have a 1351 on a 75g and I've never had to keep anything on the lid. I keep the water level between the neck and the collar of the cup and empty weekly.

Waboss · Nov 30, 2018

Mark Gray said:
I also have a 1351 it skims great, do you have to keep something on the lid so the foam doesn't lift it off?

Nope, my lid stays on just fine.

Midrats · Jan 20, 2019

Any updates on the 400ix?

Lance Reynolds · Feb 5, 2019

My 400i has been on my new tank 9 days now and is still pumping loads of micro bubbles out... Anyone know how long this will last?

Midrats · Feb 7, 2019

So the 400s are available apparently.

greenturnips · Feb 7, 2019

Anyone confirm that the dc pump is a sine wave pump

Battlecorals · Feb 7, 2019

greenturnips said:
Anyone confirm that the dc pump is a sine wave pump

Hi there,

yep the new pumps have the sine wave controller.

And as for the 400's I have an order in progress, but I am not sure if there are any available in the states yet, I may be wrong though

greenturnips · Feb 7, 2019

I’ve seen the 600i with sine wave, just wasn’t sure about the 400i as it’s a different pump

sittnon18s · Mar 20, 2019

Is the 400i available in the states yet

Sod Buster · Mar 20, 2019

I'm waiting for a 400 also. Hopefully they are on a fast boat or plane.

mr9iron · Apr 29, 2019

I’m considering a Deltec 400i or 600i for my 93 cube with 24 gallon sump. Which do you think would be more appropriate?

Battlecorals · Apr 29, 2019

mr9iron said:
I’m considering a Deltec 400i or 600i for my 93 cube with 24 gallon sump. Which do you think would be more appropriate?

HI there Thanks along for the post. , I wouldn't go smaller than the 600 on over 100 gallons, and i may even consider the 1000 actually. Please let me know if you have any other questions

Some news on availability as well for those interested.

Will be excepting the 400 and more 600 available to ship within the next month or two. I have been assured they shipment finally left Germany last week, and is headed for the US.

Variant · Apr 29, 2019

@Battlecorals Should we go through you or Deltec directly for spare parts for the skimmers?

Also, does Deltec offer replacement lids for the skimmer that do not have the neck cleaner attached to it? Was hoping to have a normal lid so I can attach an automatic neck cleaner on it.

mr9iron · May 6, 2019

Battlecorals said:
HI there Thanks along for the post. , I wouldn't go smaller than the 600 on over 100 gallons, and i may even consider the 1000 actually. Please let me know if you have any other questions

Some news on availability as well for those interested.

Will be excepting the 400 and more 600 available to ship within the next month or two. I have been assured they shipment finally left Germany last week, and is headed for the US.

Why should I consider the 1000? I’m new to Deltecs.