Bubble King Skimmer Club - Page 15

Matt Wilkie · 11/15/2009, 09:16 PM

I'm currently starting a 150G build, which would be best 180 mini or 200 mini. I expect to have a heavy bioload and plan to keep mostly sps. I'm not sure about the sump volume yet but I'm leaning more towards the 200mini. Any thoughts

asmodeus · 11/15/2009, 09:20 PM

Hey Matt I had a 200 Mini on my 150 gal SPs and I got rid of it, I didnt care for it, ended up getting a Deltec AP 851 alot better IMO/IME

Matt Wilkie · 11/15/2009, 10:50 PM

lol I don't remember asking what is the best skimmer for a 150G, people always chime in on skimmer questions and recomend getting a different one. Anyways if the deltec was better than tell me why, other than price. And why are you browsing the BK skimmer club forum, trying to get people to convert?

fastandsneaky · 11/16/2009, 09:47 AM

sorta just joined the club, bought and paid for and just waiting for it to ship. Should have asked before but do you guys think a BK mini 160 would be problematic for a 40 gallon breeder?

Creetin · 11/17/2009, 06:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Wilkie

I'm currently starting a 150G build, which would be best 180 mini or 200 mini. I expect to have a heavy bioload and plan to keep mostly sps. I'm not sure about the sump volume yet but I'm leaning more towards the 200mini. Any thoughts

I would seriously think about getting a larger sump to accomodate a 200 SM or a deluxe. IMO The mini would be fine, But i like the SM and the deluxe better. JMO

The 200 mini will work on your tank though to answer your question.

Lam Ly · 11/19/2009, 09:49 PM

What is the best feed pump for the BK400EXT? or I would say (GPH) I am using the BK2500 pump on my BK400.

Thanks,
Lam

tim jenkins · 11/19/2009, 10:29 PM

New problem-the red adaptor for the plug draining the collection cup brokeon my 300 BK internal-so I can't connect a drainage tube to the collection cup, or close it. I turned down the riser to skim dry, but I need a solution asap. It doesn't seem like that thing screws out to be replaced. Please help!

unbreakable · 11/23/2009, 07:54 PM

just joined with a BK 180

gkimble · 11/24/2009, 05:46 AM

How do you guys think a mini 200 gen 1 perform. I got a guy selling one for $500 locally. YOu think that is a steal? How large of a system could that go on.

kvmn · 11/24/2009, 01:25 PM

what is the best water level for bk300 delude internal?????thanks

kvmn · 11/24/2009, 02:38 PM

do you think the pump of bk300 internal will work on alpha250???

Creetin · 11/25/2009, 04:32 PM

8-9 inches on the deluxe, and no I believe the pump is way too big for an alpha. IMO

ken6217 · 11/25/2009, 07:35 PM

I am looking at getting the BK180 mini. What water height in the sump does it operate best at? Also if there are any micro bubbles in the sump, will it affect the skimmer?

Thanks,
Ken

Kinetic · 11/26/2009, 03:43 AM

Just replaced my old ELOS sump with an awesome custom trigger system ruby elite so i could fit the BK 160. The water level is at 7.25" high. What should I set the water level in the skimmer? At least initially so I can fine tune it? Currently the foam head is below the bottom of the cup, but if I increase it slightly it will overflow. Kind of touchy =P

tonyespinoza · 11/26/2009, 01:44 PM

i've skimmed my mini 180 right at the line as marked and it did great...

happy thanksgiving!

kzickovich · 12/01/2009, 12:17 PM

Just joined. I'm getting my mini 200 tomorrow I'm really looking forward to getting it running. What's the best depth to run at.

Creetin · 12/02/2009, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lam Ly

What is the best feed pump for the BK400EXT? or I would say (GPH) I am using the BK2500 pump on my BK400.

Thanks,
Lam

I would do 1-1.5 times the tank volume. Example 100 gallons would be 100 to 150 gph.

Creetin · 12/02/2009, 07:32 PM

I dont know much about the mini's, Sorry i cant help much. I believe its 7-8 inches.

Creetin · 12/02/2009, 07:32 PM

sorry

gasman059 · 12/02/2009, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kzickovich

Just joined. I'm getting my mini 200 tomorrow I'm really looking forward to getting it running. What's the best depth to run at.

I ran mine prior to changing to qan alpha at 9.
IME anywhere from 7-10 should be just fine.

unbreakable · 12/04/2009, 07:56 AM

does anyone know the dimensions for the Bubble King 180? Including the tube to adjust the skimmer? I'm going to make a new sump but cant take apart the skimmer and old sump ATM

Proline · 12/07/2009, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by unbreakable

does anyone know the dimensions for the Bubble King 180? Including the tube to adjust the skimmer? I'm going to make a new sump but cant take apart the skimmer and old sump ATM

11" x 12" base (you'll need 12" x 12" to properly allow for the intake)

22" tall

- Albert

anticarp · 12/08/2009, 09:42 PM

Just got my set up going. I have a bubble king mini 160. It currently sits in water 11 inches deep. I almost feel thats a little too much. Does any body have input on whether I can work it as is, or do I need to raise the skimmer?

Kinetic · 12/08/2009, 11:01 PM

My 160 sits in 7 inches of water, and I have the waterline right up to the water level marker. Skims a little wet.

I read the manual said around 7 inches of water is best. I'd raise it a tad if I were you anticarp

anticarp · 12/09/2009, 05:43 AM

I figured. I've got some acrylic and pvc I can use for legs. Looks like another after work project has begun.

11/15/2009, 09:20 PM	#352
asmodeus SKIMMER WHORE Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Fredericton, NB, Canada Posts: 1,564	Hey Matt I had a 200 Mini on my 150 gal SPs and I got rid of it, I didnt care for it, ended up getting a Deltec AP 851 alot better IMO/IME __________________ Doesn't matter how much you have been reading, until you take the plunge. You don't know as much as you think. Moved from the WEST to the EAST

11/19/2009, 09:49 PM	#356
Lam Ly Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Piscataway NJ Posts: 725	Feed GPH for BK400EXT What is the best feed pump for the BK400EXT? or I would say (GPH) I am using the BK2500 pump on my BK400. Thanks, Lam

11/23/2009, 07:54 PM	#358
unbreakable D: Join Date: May 2007 Location: ? Posts: 2,868	just joined with a BK 180 __________________ INTERNET= Serious Business!

11/25/2009, 04:32 PM	#362
Creetin Limestone Cowboy. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In a little place i like to call a little place. Posts: 4,552	8-9 inches on the deluxe, and no I believe the pump is way too big for an alpha. IMO __________________ If only common sense was common. Current Tank Info: 300 gal marineland deep

12/02/2009, 07:32 PM	#368
Creetin Limestone Cowboy. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In a little place i like to call a little place. Posts: 4,552	I dont know much about the mini's, Sorry i cant help much. I believe its 7-8 inches. __________________ If only common sense was common. Current Tank Info: 300 gal marineland deep

11/15/2009, 09:16 PM	#351
Matt Wilkie Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Langley, BC Posts: 117	I'm currently starting a 150G build, which would be best 180 mini or 200 mini. I expect to have a heavy bioload and plan to keep mostly sps. I'm not sure about the sump volume yet but I'm leaning more towards the 200mini. Any thoughts

11/15/2009, 10:50 PM	#353
Matt Wilkie Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Langley, BC Posts: 117	lol I don't remember asking what is the best skimmer for a 150G, people always chime in on skimmer questions and recomend getting a different one. Anyways if the deltec was better than tell me why, other than price. And why are you browsing the BK skimmer club forum, trying to get people to convert?

11/16/2009, 09:47 AM	#354
fastandsneaky Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago, IL (Rogers Park) Posts: 338	sorta just joined the club, bought and paid for and just waiting for it to ship. Should have asked before but do you guys think a BK mini 160 would be problematic for a 40 gallon breeder?

11/19/2009, 10:29 PM	#357
tim jenkins Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 65	New problem-the red adaptor for the plug draining the collection cup brokeon my 300 BK internal-so I can't connect a drainage tube to the collection cup, or close it. I turned down the riser to skim dry, but I need a solution asap. It doesn't seem like that thing screws out to be replaced. Please help!

11/24/2009, 05:46 AM	#359
gkimble Moved On Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 751	How do you guys think a mini 200 gen 1 perform. I got a guy selling one for $500 locally. YOu think that is a steal? How large of a system could that go on.

11/24/2009, 01:25 PM	#360
kvmn Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 237	what is the best water level for bk300 delude internal?????thanks

11/24/2009, 02:38 PM	#361
kvmn Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 237	do you think the pump of bk300 internal will work on alpha250???

11/25/2009, 07:35 PM	#363
ken6217 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,179	I am looking at getting the BK180 mini. What water height in the sump does it operate best at? Also if there are any micro bubbles in the sump, will it affect the skimmer? Thanks, Ken

11/26/2009, 03:43 AM	#364
Kinetic Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 7,230	Just replaced my old ELOS sump with an awesome custom trigger system ruby elite so i could fit the BK 160. The water level is at 7.25" high. What should I set the water level in the skimmer? At least initially so I can fine tune it? Currently the foam head is below the bottom of the cup, but if I increase it slightly it will overflow. Kind of touchy =P

11/26/2009, 01:44 PM	#365
tonyespinoza Premium Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: santa cruz mountains Posts: 1,268	i've skimmed my mini 180 right at the line as marked and it did great... happy thanksgiving!

12/01/2009, 12:17 PM	#366
kzickovich Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Zion Il Posts: 959	Just joined. I'm getting my mini 200 tomorrow I'm really looking forward to getting it running. What's the best depth to run at.

12/02/2009, 07:32 PM	#369
Creetin Limestone Cowboy. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In a little place i like to call a little place. Posts: 4,552	sorry __________________ If only common sense was common. Current Tank Info: 300 gal marineland deep

12/04/2009, 07:56 AM	#371
unbreakable D: Join Date: May 2007 Location: ? Posts: 2,868	does anyone know the dimensions for the Bubble King 180? Including the tube to adjust the skimmer? I'm going to make a new sump but cant take apart the skimmer and old sump ATM __________________ INTERNET= Serious Business!

12/08/2009, 09:42 PM	#373
anticarp Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 79	Just got my set up going. I have a bubble king mini 160. It currently sits in water 11 inches deep. I almost feel thats a little too much. Does any body have input on whether I can work it as is, or do I need to raise the skimmer? __________________ Life is about the journey...

12/08/2009, 11:01 PM	#374
Kinetic Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 7,230	My 160 sits in 7 inches of water, and I have the waterline right up to the water level marker. Skims a little wet. I read the manual said around 7 inches of water is best. I'd raise it a tad if I were you anticarp

12/09/2009, 05:43 AM	#375
anticarp Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 79	I figured. I've got some acrylic and pvc I can use for legs. Looks like another after work project has begun. __________________ Life is about the journey...