9002 Nano Skimmer placement Question

[macawdad2003]

Hi,

I have been unhappy with the performance of the skimmer that came with my Finnex 30G M-Tank. I am limited to space in the tank for what skimmer to use and it looks like the 9002 would fit if I attach it to the side of the glass instead of the back in the skimmer chamber (please see pic and dimensions):

Capacity & dimension: 30 gallon, 24"L x 18"W x 17" H
Skimmer chamber: 8" x 4" x 17"
Refugium chamber: 12" x 4" x 12"

Tanks holds about 25G empty and about 18G with sand/rock. Would the 9002 be a good option?

Thanks,
Matt

 

[smatter]

The 9002 would be perfect for that tank. There is a recent thread where one is used in a finnex tank.

 

[macawdad2003]

Smatter,

Here is a rough diagram of my tank and where I would place the 9002. Could you explain where the water flowes into the skimmer as I am unable to tell from the photos. I am concerned if I place it the way I show it in the diagram the intake may face the back wall.

Thanks,
Matt

 

[smatter]

The intake always faces the back wall, as it is two slots in the back of the skimmer. There is a gap of about .75 inches if you use the Tunze mounting hardware. I don't think you will find a more effective skimmer to fit in that space.

 

[macawdad2003]

Perfect. Thank you ordering one this morning

Thanks for your input.

Matt

 

[smatter]

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