macro algae in protien skimmer?

[Stroja62]

octo classic 1000 hob has a seperate chamber for the return water. could u use that as a algae refugium? picture attached

 

[Spare time]

I would not. That area is so small that if you were to grow macro fast enough to be effective, you would have to constantly remove some.

 

[Peace River]

My concern would be that the macro algae would affect flow and possibly even create a blockage which could lead to the skimmer not skimming appropriately and could even lead to an overflow. Additionally, the light spillage could create a problem with other types of algae growing where you do not want it to grow. If you already have the HOB skimmer and want to experiment then I would do it in a space where you are willing to risk an overflow. Good luck with whatever you decide!

 

[Stroja62]

My concern would be that the macro algae would affect flow and possibly even create a blockage which could lead to the skimmer not skimming appropriately and could even lead to an overflow. Additionally, the light spillage could create a problem with other types of algae growing where you do not want it to grow. If you already have the HOB skimmer and want to experiment then I would do it in a space where you are willing to risk an overflow. Good luck with whatever you decide!

so just incase anyone else is wondering, i spoke to the manufacturer and they said it is possible to grow macro algae in it but like ^ this guy said be careful of overflow. so i will just have to keep an eye on it