The Skimz E-Series SM202 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 up to 211-528 gallons (800-2000 Liters)
- Air intake: 254 GPH (960 LPH), making it capable of handling a higher water throughput.
- Low power consumption and high performance
- Features a Skimz ES5000 Needlewheel Pump
- Skimmer requires an additional feed pump of 528 GPH
ES5000 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: 254 GPH (960 LPH)
- Power Consumption: 20 Watts
BRS Recommended for tanks up to:
- Heavy Bioload (Most Common) - 190 gallons
- Medium Bioload - 240 gallons
- Light Bioload - 320 gallons
Skimz Manufacturer's Manual
Skimmer Specifications:
- Body Diameter: 7.87" (200mm)
- Foot Print: 10.87” x 14.76” (276mm x 375mm)
- Total Height: 22.83” (580mm)
- Cup Diameter: 202mm
- Requires feed pump of 528 GPH (2000 LPH)
- 3/4" barbed feed input
- 50mm metric PVC output*
*Metric to US plumbing adapters sold separately.
| SKU | 208144 |
|---|---|
| Skimmer Type | External |
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Product Questions
I just got an SM 202 skimz. How do yo clean the skimmer body? Since it does not disassemble.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Question by: Harry on Nov 24, 2018, 4:05 AM
Over time you will get some build-up in the skimmer body, and using a small brush with a long handle or a bottle brush works really well. In most cases the build-up, if kept in check, will not cause any performance issues with the skimmer, but can be cleaned and flushed pretty easily when the need arises.
Answer by: Charlie on Nov 24, 2018, 8:02 AM
How would you connect a host to the drain line on the cup for say a Daley Jones Skimmate Locker?
Question by: Scott Vandiver on Apr 5, 2018, 10:36 PM
Thanks for checking with us. The drain line on your skimmer would easily connect to the intake on the skimmate locker by hose. Have a great weekend :)
Answer by: Chad on Apr 6, 2018, 2:25 PM
What is the diameter of the neck going into the collection cup?
Also, all of the photos online and on your site show skimmers in the sump. For reefers not accustomed to external plumbing it would be reassuring to see an example of one. Perhaps you already have a Randy video on this.
Also, all of the photos online and on your site show skimmers in the sump. For reefers not accustomed to external plumbing it would be reassuring to see an example of one. Perhaps you already have a Randy video on this.
Question by: Ryan Snodgrass on Oct 25, 2017, 1:28 PM
Hi Ryan, thanks for reaching out!
The neck diameter of this skimmer is 100mm.
I will pass that request on to Ryan and Randy for a future video!
The neck diameter of this skimmer is 100mm.
I will pass that request on to Ryan and Randy for a future video!
Answer by: Nick on Nov 16, 2017, 5:07 PM
Is the Skimz Monzter SM202 External Protein Skimmer discontinued? The reason I ask is it have been out of stock for a long time.
Question by: Channing Jordan on Jun 8, 2017, 12:56 PM
I'm not showing the SM202 as discontinued, but it does look like there may be some issues from the supplier as our last order of them did not come in. Hopefully we should be able to get some more from Skimz in the near future!
Happy reefing!
Happy reefing!
Answer by: Zack on Jun 13, 2017, 9:57 PM
This is actually an "external" skimmer, which can be run outside the sump, correct? However, based on the description and answers to previous questions it can also be run internally. When run inside the sump with it's own pump, the depth of the water in the skimmer section of the sump does not actually affect the performance of the skimmer, other than with regard to the outlet, correct?
Question by: Doug Brewer on Dec 2, 2016, 8:19 AM
You are absolutely correct! Check out our BRS 160 and the 52 Weeks of Reefing series, where we utilize a Skimz External skimmer within the sump. :-)
Answer by: Randy on Dec 2, 2016, 8:51 AM
Is there an max water hight that this skimmer can operate in?
Question by: Phillip Piddington on Jul 6, 2016, 7:44 PM
The SM202 can run in up to about 11” of water. We would suggest no more than 10” just to be safe as the output of the skimmer will need to be able to freely drain back into the sump which sits at about 12” tall. If you have any other questions just let us know.
Answer by: Charlie on Jul 7, 2016, 11:09 AM
1. What is the output height inches for the Skimz Monzter SM202? Is there a way to extend the output height?
2. I see that the total height is 22.83”. My cabinet is 24.5" will I need more then an inch and a half clearance?
3. I have a 150 gallon reef tank that has been running with a small outdated skimmer for almost 20 years - would moving up to the SM252 be overkill for this size tank?
2. I see that the total height is 22.83”. My cabinet is 24.5" will I need more then an inch and a half clearance?
3. I have a 150 gallon reef tank that has been running with a small outdated skimmer for almost 20 years - would moving up to the SM252 be overkill for this size tank?
Question by: David on Aug 27, 2014, 8:57 AM
Hi David,
The bottom of the return pipe sits at 10 1/4" inches. The absolute minimum height to allow you to remove the cup would be about 23 3/4". 24" would be comfortable but a little tight so 24 1/2" would be fine. Just make sure you have the room to clear any other obstacles to actually get the cup out from under the cabinet once removed.
I think the SM202 would be plenty of skimmer for your system and you are going to be amazed at what your old one wasn't pulling out! The SM252 is probably going to be overkill unless you have a ton of fish and feed heavily.
I hope this helps!
Have a great day :)
The bottom of the return pipe sits at 10 1/4" inches. The absolute minimum height to allow you to remove the cup would be about 23 3/4". 24" would be comfortable but a little tight so 24 1/2" would be fine. Just make sure you have the room to clear any other obstacles to actually get the cup out from under the cabinet once removed.
I think the SM202 would be plenty of skimmer for your system and you are going to be amazed at what your old one wasn't pulling out! The SM252 is probably going to be overkill unless you have a ton of fish and feed heavily.
I hope this helps!
Have a great day :)
Answer by: Bulk Reef Supply on Aug 27, 2014, 8:57 AM
Looking at buying SM202.
Question
1) What feed pump would you suggest
2) Can the feed pump and the return be in the same chamber of water
Question
1) What feed pump would you suggest
2) Can the feed pump and the return be in the same chamber of water
Question by: David on Aug 1, 2014, 6:28 AM
1) My preference would be the Sicce Syncra Silent 2.0, though any pump around 500gph should do the trick.
2) That isn't any issue at all.
2) That isn't any issue at all.
Answer by: Bulk Reef Supply on Aug 1, 2014, 6:28 AM
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