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d_m_a_c_k
Guest
I was wondering if any had some good plans for each. I just started out and waiting for my tank to cycle so i would try to make these. thanks
reeflooker
Member
The sump is easy, just use a small aquarium or rubbermaid container. I would recommend that you purchase a skimmer rather than go the DIY route. I carefully researched DIY skimmers and determined that the cost of the materials would exceed the price of a new one.
richard rendos
Active Member
That is not accurate at all. I make DIY skimmers and calcium reactors, and the cost is WAY below what you pay retail or on the internet.
Check this site for parts...
http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/def...ookie%5Ftest=1
Do a search on google.com or somewhere for plans, or try this site...
http://www.atlantisaquatic.com/DIY.h...otein_Skimmers
I know I have made a small DIY skimmer for $44.00 not including pump. The most elaborate skimmer I have made so far cost me just over $120.00...dual venturi with 24" acrylic riser 6" diameter. Don't waste your money on cell cast acrylic...get the extruded. It's not as pretty but works the same. Also I recommend getting 1/4" thick acrylic and Weld-on 4 or 16 work well for gluing pieces together.
Check this site for parts...
http://www.usplastic.com/catalog/def...ookie%5Ftest=1
Do a search on google.com or somewhere for plans, or try this site...
http://www.atlantisaquatic.com/DIY.h...otein_Skimmers
I know I have made a small DIY skimmer for $44.00 not including pump. The most elaborate skimmer I have made so far cost me just over $120.00...dual venturi with 24" acrylic riser 6" diameter. Don't waste your money on cell cast acrylic...get the extruded. It's not as pretty but works the same. Also I recommend getting 1/4" thick acrylic and Weld-on 4 or 16 work well for gluing pieces together.
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d_m_a_c_k
Guest
what would be a good size for a 90 gallon tank. I know nothing about protein skimmers so any help would be great.
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d_m_a_c_k
Guest
D_M_A_C_K@yahoo.com. That would be great thanks
reeflooker
Member
I know nothing about protein skimmers
I know I have made a small DIY skimmer for $44.00 not including pump
If you take the $44 small DIY skimmer, add on a $50 pump, your up to about $100. This assumes that you have all of the tools you need to complete the job. This also assumes that you don't make any mistakes in the construction process. Think about this, what happens if you are not happy with the performance of the skimmer when you get done??
Do yourself a favor, consider a Berlin Turbo for about $180 including pump. For an extra $80, you will save a lot of grief.
I know I have made a small DIY skimmer for $44.00 not including pump
If you take the $44 small DIY skimmer, add on a $50 pump, your up to about $100. This assumes that you have all of the tools you need to complete the job. This also assumes that you don't make any mistakes in the construction process. Think about this, what happens if you are not happy with the performance of the skimmer when you get done??
Do yourself a favor, consider a Berlin Turbo for about $180 including pump. For an extra $80, you will save a lot of grief.