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Red Sea RSK 900 Reefer Skimmer
Red Sea RSK 900 Reefer Skimmer
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REEFER™ Skimmer
Efficient - Quiet - Ergonomic
High performance REEF-SPEC® skimmers:
Designed with hobbyists needs in mind, the highly effective flow dynamics of the REEFER™ Skimmer will maintain an optimal ORP (REDOX) level of over 350mv, a level that is more commonly associated with the application of ozone.
Ratings:
REEFER™ Skimmers are rated according to Red Sea’s REEF-SPEC® criteria that includes a water throughput, water to air ratio and contact time necessary to efficiently strip pollutants from the water. Powered by Sicce PSK pumps, the stated air and water flow rates are actual measurements of these pumps when running on REEFER™ Skimmers.
Features:
• Ergonomic diffusion chamber evenly disperses the fine bubbles created by the PSK pump across the skimmer cone without reducing air or water flow.
• Quiet operation, with vibration absorbing components and a large air intake silencer.
• 3 assembly options for flexible positioning of the pump inlet and regulation valve according to your sump.
• Foam-View window in the collection cup to easily monitor and adjust the foam height.
• Built-in manual neck cleaner.
• Precision geared valve for positive flow regulation.
• Quick release pump holder for ease of maintenance.
• Drainage port with a 39" hose and valve
RSK 900 Ratings:
SPS (Gal) 240
Mixed Reef (Gal) 500
Fish Only (Gal) 740
RSK 900 Specifications:
Sicce Pump PSK-1200
Air Flow (gph) 235
Water Flow (gph) 530
RSK 900 Dimensions:
LxW 11.4" x 10.6" or 12.6" x 9.4" depending on user setup of Venturi position
Height 23"
Recommended water height 20-24cm/8-9"
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LIGHT
LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.
MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height.
HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.
FLOW
LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.
MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.
HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.
SKILL
ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.
While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.
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