How to Build a Protein Skimmer

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut a length of the widest-sized pipe so is slightly shorter than the height of your tank.

   the airstone should hang slightly above the water outtake.,,, The water should move from the water intake to the water outtake, against the motion of the air bubbles.
   
   All of the water in the tank should cycle through the skimmer 2-3 times per day. , The air bubbles should be small and should move to the top of the skimmer. ,,
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   Step 2: Cut a length of the second-widest pipe to serve as the neck of the skimmer.

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   Step 3: Mount the collection cup onto the neck.

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   Step 4: Drill two holes about one-tenth of the way from the top of the pipe on opposites sides to serve as the air and water intakes.

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   Step 5: Drill one hole about one-tenth of the way from the bottom of the pipe to serve as the water outtake.

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   Step 6: Insert valves into the water intake and outtake holes.

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   Step 7: Attach the airstone to the airline.

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   Step 8: Thread the airline through the air intake hole.

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   Step 9: Mount the neck onto the skimmer.

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    Step 10: Secure the skimmer in your tank so that the airline and collection cup protrude above the surface.

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    Step 11: Adjust the water valves so that the water moves slowly through the skimmer.

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    Step 12: Ensure that the airline and airstone are functioning properly.

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    Step 13: Check the collection cup after a few hours.

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    Step 14: Protein should be building up at the bottom for easy removal.

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