Protein skimmers

Michelle3 · Jul 28, 2023

I have a hexagonal aquarium and the glass lid covers most of the tank. I want to add a protein skimmer but there is no room to hang a traditional one. There is just enough space on one side for my penguin biowheel, barely. Does anyone know of any protein skimmer designs where I would just need a tube to go into the water and then the protein skimmer could sit on the table next to the tank, or under the tank?

FUNGI · Jul 28, 2023

Is the tank drilled? If not, you need a HOB skimmer. Skimmer would need to be at tank water height, otherwise you will get overflow. Same problem for a buddy of mine. We ended up attaching a skimmer through the wall to the otherside.

YOYOYOReefer · Jul 28, 2023

Any external skimmer can go to the side and slightly above the tank.

Reefer500 · Jul 28, 2023

Not sure of your tank size but there are some skimmers that can sit in the display and hang off the tank wall.

MiniQ Nano Internal Protein Skimmer

Compact Nano Skimmer with USB Charging Drop-in design for AIO or sumpless tanks Built-in bubble diffuser diversion box Redesigned silicone air silencer for quiet operation Water adjustment valve Easy installation Reliable needle-wheel pump USB charging port For aquariums up to 20 gallons The...

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