The Skimz E-Series SM122 External Protein Skimmer gives you high performance skimming at a great value.
Features:
- Integrated cylindrical and cone shape chambers help reduce bubble bursting and surface agitation
- Bubble Plate Design - reduces turbulence
- Maximum air flow capacity in compact design
- Micro-adjustable valve for precise water level control
- Twist-lock neck for easy collection cup removal
- Quality construction - CNC machined parts and Georg Fischer fittings
- Rated for tanks 53 - 198 gallons (200-750 Liters)
- Air intake: 143 GPH (540 LPH), making it capable of handling a higher water throughput.
- Low power consumption and high performance
- Features a Skimz ES2000 Needlewheel Pump
- Skimmer requires an additional feed pump of 211 GPH
ES2000 Needlewheel Pump Features:
- Skimz worked with an Italian pump manufacturer, using advanced material for the needlewheel impeller, seamless-coated rare earth magnet for durability and high performance.
- Air Draw: 143 GPH (540 LPH)
- Power Consumption: 12 Watts
BRS Recommended for tanks up to:
- Heavy Bioload (Most Common) - 70 gallons
- Medium Bioload - 90 gallons
- Light Bioload - 120 gallons
Skimz Manufacturer's Manual
Skimmer Specifications:
- Body Diameter: 4.72" (120mm)
- Foot Print: 6.93” x 11.42” (176mm x 290mm)
- Total Height: 22.83” (580mm)
- Cup Diameter: 150mm
- Requires feed pump of 211 GPH (800 LPH)
- 3/8" barbed feed input
- 32mm metric PVC output*
*Metric to US plumbing adapters sold separately.
| SKU | 208143 |
|---|---|
| Skimmer Type | External |
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Product Questions
How much clearance do you need to remove the waste cup?
Question by: Bill on May 18, 2016, 8:44 PM
Great question! You will need about 2-3" of clearance to remove the cup.
Answer by: Carter on May 24, 2016, 11:35 AM
I currently run a hob skimmer on my tank. I also am sumpless. If i install this on the floor behind the tank. Can the return water be pumped back into the tank. Top of the tank is about 5 feet from floor.
Question by: Scott Mikutel on May 13, 2016, 9:23 AM
Great question!
In short, no. The water would simply fall down and pour out of the collection cup as the siphon is created.
In short, no. The water would simply fall down and pour out of the collection cup as the siphon is created.
Answer by: Connor on May 17, 2016, 6:53 PM
I'm thinking about upgrading my existing skimmer but I don't have enough space inside the sump to fit SM122 skimmer. My current setup consists of hang on back skimmer that is installed on the sump. The description of this skimmer indicates that it's external. Does that mean it can be installed outside of the sump, such as on the cabinet floor with a pump feeding the skimmer and output returning back to sump? Also is my existing MJ1200 pump good choice to feed this skimmer? Thanks!
Question by: Henry Limowski on Apr 21, 2016, 3:08 PM
Great question!
This skimmer can be placed external next to the sump. You will the drain from the skimmer to flow back into the sump at the same height so the sump may need to be drilled if your sump is taller than 12" Otherwise the drain will simply lay over the top of the sump. The 1200 pump is more than adequate for the feed pump.
This skimmer can be placed external next to the sump. You will the drain from the skimmer to flow back into the sump at the same height so the sump may need to be drilled if your sump is taller than 12" Otherwise the drain will simply lay over the top of the sump. The 1200 pump is more than adequate for the feed pump.
Answer by: Connor on Apr 26, 2016, 4:13 PM
Hi. I just ordered an SM122 external for a new tank build. What feed pump would you recommend....would a Cobalt MJ900 work or should I consider something like a Sicce Syncra Silent 1.0? The tank is a 45G (48x18x12) with 21G sump/refugium that will be used short-term to get a head start on livestock for a larger display tank I'm building. Long-term it will probably serve as a frag tank. Thanks!
Question by: Jason Spacek on Apr 11, 2016, 1:25 PM
Great question!
We would recommend the Sicce 1.0 if possible (slightly larger up to the 1.5 as well if you need to push the water a further distance) The sicce allows for easy plumbing using the included barb fittings with soft tubing or the female NPT adapter on the pump. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
We would recommend the Sicce 1.0 if possible (slightly larger up to the 1.5 as well if you need to push the water a further distance) The sicce allows for easy plumbing using the included barb fittings with soft tubing or the female NPT adapter on the pump. Feel free to let us know if you have any further questions!
Answer by: Connor on Apr 14, 2016, 10:57 AM
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