ATB 'Small' Cone Pan/Plate Skimmer
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hahnmeister
In Memoriam
A little over 1/4" (I think 5/16" if I remember correctly) although there is no reason why 1/4" wouldnt work. Yes, the 'bevel' is about 1/2 the depth of the hole.
ProdigalPoster
Member
A local reefer recommend I come and check out these skimmers. So far I'm definitely impressed but I had one question. I looked at the atbskimmer.com site and they mention the max water level for the small is 6.5 inches. The area of my sump I use my skimmer in is definitely much more than that, probably (I'm not home right this moment) 10-12 inches.
I guess the best solution to this would be some sort of "stand" to put the skimmer on?
Anyone dealt with this situation before?
I guess the best solution to this would be some sort of "stand" to put the skimmer on?
Anyone dealt with this situation before?
JRaquatics
New member
The ATB small has been replaced with the ATB 840.
Thanks, My question is any better than the 840 or not but it drives more power and the capicator is same 249 gallons and it cost more too.
Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH
Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH
Hi hahnmeister,
I can't seem to send u a private message nor email, sorry to burst out with a question on ur thread.
I found a Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH at $184.
I also found the 2900 version for more $187.
And also the 2400 version for $169.
I want to buy a pump but with some advice and from all my reading in Red Dragon's, ATBs, and even Lagunas by Haged, you seem to have a bit more interesting info and seems u have a real good understanding on all three of these manufacturers and the MODs they perform.
So, do u recommend me to buy either of the three pumps above?
Are they saltwater safe, durable, and a smart purchase?
I would really appreciate it if u can help me out with this, ATBs and RDs seem out of my budget and I want to buy a pump tomorrow if possible.
Thanks in advance.
LoyalReef
Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH
Hi hahnmeister,
I can't seem to send u a private message nor email, sorry to burst out with a question on ur thread.
I found a Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH at $184.
I also found the 2900 version for more $187.
And also the 2400 version for $169.
I want to buy a pump but with some advice and from all my reading in Red Dragon's, ATBs, and even Lagunas by Haged, you seem to have a bit more interesting info and seems u have a real good understanding on all three of these manufacturers and the MODs they perform.
So, do u recommend me to buy either of the three pumps above?
Are they saltwater safe, durable, and a smart purchase?
I would really appreciate it if u can help me out with this, ATBs and RDs seem out of my budget and I want to buy a pump tomorrow if possible.
Thanks in advance.
LoyalReef
rkaires
New member
Are you looking for a skimmer pump or flow?
I'm looking for a return pump. So that should be a flow pump.
I really don't want to miss out on the Laguna sales before it is over.
LoyalReef
The 4200 ATB Flow Star is $900 dollars vs $184 for the Laguna Max-Flow 4200.
And Wattage they both use is identical at that Flowrate.
AS for the other less flow ATB they are also more then twice as much in price.
So I'm hoping to get some feedback on the Laguna Max-Flo pumps and hoping the feedback is good.
Do u have any feedback on the ATBs, Hahn has said they are all saltwater safe in previous posts in other threads, though that was a few years back.
LoyalReef
And Wattage they both use is identical at that Flowrate.
AS for the other less flow ATB they are also more then twice as much in price.
So I'm hoping to get some feedback on the Laguna Max-Flo pumps and hoping the feedback is good.
Do u have any feedback on the ATBs, Hahn has said they are all saltwater safe in previous posts in other threads, though that was a few years back.
LoyalReef
moondoggy4
Team RC
Does the Laguna Max Flow 4200 have those annoying clip connections? I have a Laguna 900 Powerjet.
Not sure of anything really, I just know that ATB pumps use Laguna pumps and modify them. and Red Dragon gets custom mortor block from asskoll.
I don't have all the info well said, but it just seems like all the higher end pumps start with a Laguna Pump and Lagunas are WAY cheaper.
So I'm trying to buy eigther a Laguna Max-flo 2900 or 4200 tomorrow before the good deals run out.
If anyone has some sort of scientific/physics explanation on these laguna pumps and if they will be successfull at running my reef for years to come. Please all the info I can get would be very much appreciated.
Loyal reef
I don't have all the info well said, but it just seems like all the higher end pumps start with a Laguna Pump and Lagunas are WAY cheaper.
So I'm trying to buy eigther a Laguna Max-flo 2900 or 4200 tomorrow before the good deals run out.
If anyone has some sort of scientific/physics explanation on these laguna pumps and if they will be successfull at running my reef for years to come. Please all the info I can get would be very much appreciated.
Loyal reef
AFAIK the Laguna pumps are the same as the ATB, SWC, and RD with the main differences being the stand (or whatever you want to call it) to hold the pump, maybe some impellar mods and/or volute cover and/or with PVC connection (union) epoxied onto the clip connection mentioned above.
If you can get a Laguna pump at a good price you will NOT be disappointed, they are very good. Just get one and either use the quick connect clip connector or epoxy some PVC right over the top of it and be done with it.
Good luck on whatever you decide to do.
If you can get a Laguna pump at a good price you will NOT be disappointed, they are very good. Just get one and either use the quick connect clip connector or epoxy some PVC right over the top of it and be done with it.
Good luck on whatever you decide to do.
Laguna Max-Flo 4200 - 4200GPH @ 170W
Laguna Max-Flo 4200 - 4200GPH @ 170W
1 of: Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH [Misc.]
Condition: New
Sold by: pondscape (seller profile)
$184.63
Item(s) Subtotal: $184.63
Shipping & Handling: $9.99
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Total Before Tax: $194.62
Estimated Tax To Be Collected: $0.00
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Grand Total: $194.62
LoyalReef
Laguna Max-Flo 4200 - 4200GPH @ 170W
1 of: Max-Flo Waterfall & Filter Pump, 4200 GPH [Misc.]
Condition: New
Sold by: pondscape (seller profile)
$184.63
Item(s) Subtotal: $184.63
Shipping & Handling: $9.99
-----
Total Before Tax: $194.62
Estimated Tax To Be Collected: $0.00
-----
Grand Total: $194.62
LoyalReef
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