Skimz pump options?

pirate2876 · Mar 16, 2015

I have a Skimz SM-203 skimmer and I need some pump options. I have replaced the DC-pump twice now, in under 3yrs. Are those pumps just rebranded Jebao pumps? Will anything else fit, and last longer than the replacement pumps? I love the skimmer. I just wish the pumps would last longer than a year.

Anyone know if the Diablo's or Red dragon DC pump will fit?

Mester320 · Mar 16, 2015

I have a 2 year old SM-201 I think. It is the internal one rated for over 500G. I have not had an issue at all with my pump. I just clean it every few months. It looks similar to most of the new DC pumps. not sure how you would find one that clips into the mounting bracket in the body of the skimmer though

pirate2876 · Mar 16, 2015

We have the same skimmer with a different pump. The DC pumps are know for failing, and as far as I know, are only rebranded Jebao pumps. I might look into the pump you are using and seeing if one of those would fit. I was really hoping to find a DC that fit though. I emailed a few places to see if they think any other pumps would fit.