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Unread 12/08/2017, 10:37 AM   #7
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Originally Posted by Madfish83 View Post
In currently in between tanks. I have a 20 gallon set up currently with a 10 gallon sump no Protien skimmer. My hope is to upgrade this coming year to a 40-50 gallon. I was hoping that a quick PVC build would get me through until I upgrade. I have access to unlimited PVC pipe just need a pump. Most of the Protien skimmer I like are too big for my sump and if I purchase a smaller Protien skimmer it would not be sufficient for my upgrade. This is my dilemma.
You seem to be assuming that you need a skimmer..
You don't..

I would not use one at all in a 20G system.. (nor would I have a sump on such a small tank either..)

water change alone are more than sufficient to take care of such a small tank..

But do what you want.. A simple airstone in a PVC pipe will do it.. or in a water bottle or whatever..


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