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07/25/2016, 08:39 PM | #2852 | |
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This one will do the trick. This is the Double Cone version which is the exact same pump but has an extra stand included with it for the Double Cones. The Deluxe version does not include the stand but we are out of the deluxe version which is slightly less due to not including the stand. They are the same model pumps though. .. http://royalexclusiv.com/Skimmer/Red...-l-h::871.html
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07/30/2016, 07:16 PM | #2853 |
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I just received my MBK 160. What's the optimal water height for it? Been running for about 48 hours. Also, do I keep the stand pipe open?
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07/30/2016, 10:14 PM | #2854 | |
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07/31/2016, 06:22 AM | #2855 | |
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08/18/2016, 09:46 PM | #2856 |
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For a 125 gal with a small sump skimmer section I was considering th BK Mini 180 extra slim, but after reading I'm leaning towards the 200 Mini extra slim as it has the Red Dragon Speedy 3. Would this be oversized too drastically?
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08/19/2016, 08:22 AM | #2857 | |
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08/19/2016, 09:47 AM | #2858 |
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This is in plans for a new setup, so nothing acquired just yet. It would be SPS with med-high bio load. I'm thinking 20+ fish. No scrubber, but a small refugium with chaeto. I like to keep things simple and rely on water changes, about 25% each month.
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08/19/2016, 11:23 AM | #2859 | |
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09/26/2016, 01:36 AM | #2860 |
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Hello, does anyone know if the BK mini 160 can fit in the skimmer section on the Trigger Systems Emerald 26? Thanks.
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09/26/2016, 09:32 AM | #2861 | |
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According to the specs here, the trigger systems Emerald 26 has a skimmer section that is: 8.25″ x 10″ The Mini 160 has a footprint of: 9.44" x 9.05".. Based on that, I don't think it would fit. That's a pretty small skimmer space. Here is the spec sheet for the Mini 160. http://royalexclusiv.net/images/cont...bk_160_eng.pdf
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12/06/2016, 10:36 AM | #2862 |
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Good day everyone and thanks for all the wonderful information here! I'm new to the hobby and also a very new owner of a BK Double Cone 130 - what an amazing product!
Question I have: every time I shut down the skimmer to empty the cup, I have to do a couple of restarts. On the first restart, the pump doesn't have full power. A second restart gets it back to full power and then it works with no problems until the next time I have to shut down the skimmer. Any thoughts? The skimmer is plugged into the Apex power bar. Thank you! |
12/08/2016, 02:38 PM | #2863 | |
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Per your question in the Bubble King forum, one of two things would be your issue. You either need to take the pump apart and completely clean it by soaking the block and impeller in vinegar. Calcium could be building up inside the block which would cause friction where the impeller shaft goes into the bearing inside the block. The 2nd possibility would be that there is water in the venturi line which would make it seem that the pump isn't running at full speed. An easy way to test and clean that issue without restarting the pump would be to place a finger over the air intake on the silencer when you first start the pump up. Then release it after a few seconds. That will clear any water from the line. if you skimmer is in more than 7" of water, this is the likely cause. Also, if you do nothing and let the pump run for a few minutes, the water will clear itself. It can be compounded by salt creep in the venturi inlet on the pumps nozzle. As such, it's wise to remove the nozzle from the block and inspect the venturi intake nipple and clear out any salt that is crusted up in there. I use a tooth pick to do that.
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Hi, I have a 760 liter (200 gallon) system with a moderate fish load (currently 11, planning to end around 16). The system includes a 100 liter refugium. I was wondering if the BK double cone 200 would be enough (they do advertise it for up to 1000 liters) and if the RD3 speedy upgrade is really worth it (is it that much more quite?)
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01/24/2017, 11:35 AM | #2865 | |
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01/24/2017, 11:38 AM | #2866 | |
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Thanks! I guess my question would be if you believe the 180 would be enough. By the way, I also found the Royal Exclusive Forum and posted on that one as well, with a bit more detail regarding fish load. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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01/25/2017, 09:55 AM | #2867 | |
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Understood. Thanks!
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Hi All - I managed to pick up a BK mini 160, gen 2 from a fellow reefer who was taking apart his tank. It skims really well - much better than the bubble magus curve a5 that it replaced. My only issue is - it is the loudest thing in my tank right now. The BM was nearly silent. Not sure if the operational sound from the bubble king is normal, or if there is something wrong with the impeller. The sound is an obvious 'hum'. not the sound of metal on metal. i replaced the pump body and bearing, but the impeller looked good so i didn't' replace it. After placing it on a silicone pad to dampen noise, i am reading 67 db right up to the skimmer between skimmer head and skimmer body; is that normal?
If you have a bk mini 160, i would HIGHLY appreciate it if you can take a decibel meter (or an app - decibel 10th is what i use) and take a measurement for me (right up to where the cup sits on the skimmer body). Thanks in advance! |
03/23/2017, 07:50 AM | #2870 | |
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I just got an used bk180 off a fellow reefer, use to have a RE alpha cone 200, have to say the bk is way louder than the alpha, the motor block got replace with a brand new Laguna . Never owned a bk before and honestly I hear people always say that they are quiet... anyways sounds loud to me, the same app you use showed me 59-60 db. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Thanks! close enough... maybe other things in my sump vibrating and adding a few more db's
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03/23/2017, 09:46 AM | #2872 |
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I'm going to try silicone trivet
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03/23/2017, 09:52 AM | #2873 | |
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I would suggest taking the skimmer complete apart and disassembling the pump. Remove the impeller and the bearing and inspect everything. Check the end of the impeller shaft for build up and or abnormal wear. Make sure it's nice and smooth. The only thing that kills the pumps is improper maintenance which can lead to the damage to the impeller shaft where it goes into the bearing at the base of the magnet cavity. Take a look at the thread below regarding maintenance on these pumps. Post 2 shows the bearing and how to remove and install it. http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2573406 One other thing. If this skimmer was just setup, it will quiet down once it breaks in but I would still go through everything just to be certain it's all clean inside the pump and assembled properly. .
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03/23/2017, 12:09 PM | #2874 | |
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Thank you skied for your reply, yes the Laguna is in the MBk 180. The motor block I'm pretty sure is a 1350, I can check when home... if it is what do you suggest to do, I can probably get a bigger impeller. The motor block was replaced by the previous owner, that probably didn't know much about it, so if I can figure it out with the help of you expert be great. As I said never had a bk mini before, so I'm not familiar with the unit... Thank you Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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03/23/2017, 12:19 PM | #2875 | |
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You can't change the impeller because it's matched to the volute/pump cover and the skimmer. The skimmer will work with the more powerful block but it isn't necessarily ideal as these skimmers are designed with certain flow rates in mind. In the future we do sell the correct block with base for these skimmers. In the mean time, I would suggest going through the pump and skimmer as mentioned above. These are great skimmer and are set it and forget. They are made of very thick material and as you have probably noticed are very heavy. They are also very quiet once the skimmer gets some breakin time. This assuming it's assembled properly. Here is a link to the manual for that skimmer too.
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