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Unread 06/15/2016, 09:22 AM   #2826
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Thanks.
I assume the RD3 will run a bit more quiet than the MiniRedDragon 700(?)
The RD3's are silent.


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Unread 06/15/2016, 10:11 AM   #2827
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Is Royal-Exclusiv Mini-BK 200 capable for a 220G heavy stock SPS tank? As there is a very narrow space in my sump and I think the mini BK is the only one can put in. Will it work well in this amount of water? Thanks.


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Unread 06/15/2016, 11:09 AM   #2828
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Is Royal-Exclusiv Mini-BK 200 capable for a 220G heavy stock SPS tank? As there is a very narrow space in my sump and I think the mini BK is the only one can put in. Will it work well in this amount of water? Thanks.
Yes it is. It will handle that just fine and be VERY consistent.


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Unread 06/17/2016, 12:36 PM   #2829
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Woohoo! My BK Mini came yesterday and I can see why these cost what they do. Quality is incredible and the well thought out packaging and documentation are awesome! It took a little rearranging but it fits in my sump and has been running since yesterday afternoon. This morning the foam head was spilling over into the cup and some nice green nasty in the cup!



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Unread 06/22/2016, 04:30 PM   #2830
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I an waiting on my bk mini 200 as well can't wait it arrives in Monday.


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Unread 06/22/2016, 06:36 PM   #2831
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I an waiting on my bk mini 200 as well can't wait it arrives in Monday.


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Congrats! I am beyond pleased with mine.


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Unread 06/27/2016, 10:06 PM   #2832
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It finally came in.

Anyone got any suggestions in molding the drain to a skimmate container?


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Unread 06/28/2016, 08:27 AM   #2833
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It finally came in.

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If it were me, I would tap that hole and thread a John Guest valve fitting in there.


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Unread 06/28/2016, 09:17 AM   #2834
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What size jg? 1/4"?


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Unread 06/28/2016, 09:37 AM   #2835
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What size jg? 1/4"?


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I'd go as large as possible. If you can find a valve that is larger than 1/4" that would be better in terms of potential clogs. The drain hole in that thing is metric but I don't recall the size. I would take the cup to the hardware store and find pipe thread tap that will work in the hole. Then adapt it to as large as possible of a john guest valve if not a barbed fitting and then get a magnum valve union You might be able to go as large as 1/2". .


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Unread 06/28/2016, 10:10 AM   #2836
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Unread 07/02/2016, 01:13 PM   #2837
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For your size tank the Double Cone 180 with the RD3 would be about perfect. It will also be silent and will run best between 18 & 23 watts depending on load and sip power.
I received the skimmer yesterday; absolutely love it! I cannot remember the last time I was this happy with a new "gadget"
(It has made me want to replace the Vortech Vectra return pump as well )

One question though: You recommended 18-13W, but I can not go lower than 20 and I can not adjust to odd numbers.

So: 20-22-24-28.......50

Is it supposed to be like this?


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Unread 07/02/2016, 01:34 PM   #2838
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About a weeks worth, yummy!





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Unread 07/02/2016, 02:52 PM   #2839
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Unread 07/03/2016, 08:37 AM   #2840
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I received the skimmer yesterday; absolutely love it! I cannot remember the last time I was this happy with a new "gadget"
(It has made me want to replace the Vortech Vectra return pump as well )

One question though: You recommended 18-13W, but I can not go lower than 20 and I can not adjust to odd numbers.

So: 20-22-24-28.......50

Is it supposed to be like this?
The European controller versions are adjustable in 2w increments. Start at 18 watts. The lower flow will allow for more contact time. Let it from for a few days then play with the speed. You are aiming for the thickest foam possible. Every tank is different depending on the load but in your case, I'd expect your best performance to be no more than 24 watts and likely 18-20.


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Unread 07/03/2016, 03:12 PM   #2841
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Thanks slief.
This thing is perfect! :-D


Right now it is standing in 8.2 inches of water. I can raise it of course but It looks like it is running just fine now.

I have it on 24W and the outlet a bit over half closed. Will try and lower the speed like you suggested.

I think I remember you saying somewhere else to avoid going for tighter than 50% Is that true for all BK models?


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Unread 07/03/2016, 04:21 PM   #2842
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Thanks slief.
This thing is perfect! :-D


Right now it is standing in 8.2 inches of water. I can raise it of course but It looks like it is running just fine now.

I have it on 24W and the outlet a bit over half closed. Will try and lower the speed like you suggested.

I think I remember you saying somewhere else to avoid going for tighter than 50% Is that true for all BK models?
On that skimmer you can probably go over 50%, I don't like to though. I prefer to adjust the sump level as needed and only close the wedge pipe a tiny bit. The more you close it, the greater the chance of surging as a result of siphoning from the drain line. If you see the level in the skimmer rising and falling over and over in quick succession in the skimmer body, that is generally the result of the wedge being close too much which restricts the flow out the skimmer and causes siphoning to occur.


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Unread 07/08/2016, 12:10 PM   #2843
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What's the proper speed for my bk mini 200? I have it running at 24w right now.


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Unread 07/08/2016, 12:19 PM   #2844
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I would normally recommend 28 to 32 watts for the 200's but every tank is different. You just want to use the pump to get the most dense foam. There is a point where you will end up with bubbles that burst at the surface instead of turning to foam and that is the point that the pump is flowing too fast for the skimmer. Also, sump depth plays a role in the ideal speed. When you increase the pump speed, you increase the flow into the skimmer which raises the water level. If you are getting good foam and good skimmate production, that is the biggest thing. The slow pump speed will result in more contact time which isn't necessarily a bad thing but that skimmer can handle more pump speed though you may need to raise your skimmer up/lower the sump level or open the wedge pipe more.

This is a pretty good thread that discusses the tuning of the RD3 based skimmers and what to look for when making the adjustments.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2546139


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Unread 07/21/2016, 07:28 PM   #2845
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I am having problems with my BK skimmer. it is less than 6 months old.
it is a Super Marine 250 + RD3
I see a lot of microbubles in the sump, I can not be sure from were are all this bubles coming out of the skimmer into the sump.
What should I do?


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Unread 07/23/2016, 04:13 PM   #2846
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I am having problems with my BK skimmer. it is less than 6 months old.
it is a Super Marine 250 + RD3
I see a lot of microbubles in the sump, I can not be sure from were are all this bubles coming out of the skimmer into the sump.
What should I do?
It should be pretty easy to see where they are coming from. What speed are you running the pump at? I suggest a speed of 36-38 watts. If you are running it at too high of a speed, the water will pass through the skimmer so fast that microbubbles will exit the skimmer as well. If the skimmer is oversized and there isn't enough dissolved organics in the system, this could result in microbubbles as well since there won't be enough proteins in the water for the bubbles to stick together well in the form of foam. If you have a very low load, you should consider running the speed even lower.

I have the same skimmer on my 480 gallon display with a total system volume of 650 gallons There are currently around 60 fish in my system of which several are in excess of 8" long. The skimmer can still handle more too despite my heavy feelings. If your fish count is low in your display, the amount of proteins in the water or lack of will result in bubbles that burst at the surface with smaller bubbles passing through the skimmer. As such, you might try slowing the pump down some more so you can gain longer contact time. It will also help the bubbles rise to the surface instead of getting caught in the flow and exiting the skimmer into the sump.


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Unread 07/24/2016, 11:23 AM   #2847
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It finally came in.

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Did you ever tap the hole? I have the same skimmer and was a little leary on tapping the hole. Expensive mistake if I screw it up.

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Unread 07/24/2016, 11:35 AM   #2848
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I didn't I found a slip on adapter for a 1/2 jguest that fits it with a few wrap of Teflon.


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Unread 07/25/2016, 04:35 PM   #2849
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So I have a bubble king 200 deluxe int. Soaked impeller in vinegar scrubbed shaft clean and nothing. Does anyone here have experience using any other pump on there skimmer. Red dragon bubble king 1000 is pump I have now. I am having hard time actually locating a true replacement pump. Any help would be appreciated as my g3 is bot keeping up.


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Unread 07/25/2016, 07:42 PM   #2850
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So I have a bubble king 200 deluxe int. Soaked impeller in vinegar scrubbed shaft clean and nothing. Does anyone here have experience using any other pump on there skimmer. Red dragon bubble king 1000 is pump I have now. I am having hard time actually locating a true replacement pump. Any help would be appreciated as my g3 is bot keeping up.
In all honesty, you will not find a better pump than the Red Dragons. There is good reason why they are coveted like they are and I'm not just saying that because of my affiliation with Royal Exclsuiv. Not only does it have a great block but the custom needle wheel coupled with the CNC machined volute makes for one of the best skimmer pumps you can buy short of the RD3. My suggestion would be to buy a new RD1000 block or upgrade to the RD3 Speedy skimmer pump. Your skimmer will never perform the same with a cheap pump.

That said, before ruling your block dead, I would suggest taking a look at this thread and in particular the post regarding cleaning the bearing. When properly maintained, these Red Dragon pumps will last 10 years plus. Cleaning them every 4-5 months and properly breaking them down for cleaning is critical to insuring that the blocks doen't overload as a result of calcium buildup. The bearing is the most overlooked maintenance item when it comes to cleaning the pump and it's the one area when not properly cleaned that will create friction and excess load on the impeller and lead to premature failure of the block.

Check out post 2 in this thread in the Bubble King forum here.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2573406

For reference, this is the replacement block for your skimmer.
http://royalexclusiv.com/Spare-Parts...2500::177.html


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