How To Install a Fluval Mini Protein Skimmer: 10 Gallon Reef Tank.

[@DJ_LittlePea]

I was looking at this when I was replacing the skimmer that Michael gave me but I went with the Kent 300 instead ... tank looks great Mike 🤗

[@MASSAquariums]

Thanks PB. I havnt heard of that one

[@DJ_LittlePea]

It's really good especially for a small tank like ours www.amazon.co.uk/Kent-Marine-Nano-Protein-Skimmer/dp/B004YJI9C4 🤗🤗

[@MASSAquariums]

👍🍻

[@farmanshaikh6405]

Great video 👍 thanks for sharing! Has it worked well over the time you've had it?

[@MASSAquariums]

I decided to remove it in the end

[@farmanshaikh6405]

@@MASSAquariums good to know!!! Cheers

[@melainkinney7213]

THAT SKIMMER DRIVE ME CRAZY i have to empty it so often no matter how i adjust .The tiny lid never sits on firm aside from that my tank is in great shape for my first salt water tank experience . i'm new only had this little test tank 6 months already for a upgrade to a 32 g my space is limited can't give up anymore space or i get the broom to the back of my head .

[@MASSAquariums]

Haha. I hear you

[@Villaeddie19]

so will you be performing less frequent water changes now?

[@Deon0026yickadee]

beautiful aquarium nice video thanks for sharing this

[@MASSAquariums]

Thank you.

[@dorothyharrison2765]

I just bought a used 32.5 Fluval. It came with the skimmer, but do I need it? After reading the comments, I really don't want to mess with it.

[@MASSAquariums]

Nah. You’re good without it.

[@JOHNNYSTiCKYBUDDZ]

Great video! I want a small skimmer for my 8g nano! But I just feel like this skimmer is just a little too big for my tank, hopefully I can find a smaller skimmer that'll get the job done!

[@MASSAquariums]

Thanks. It's tough

[@Moreysreef]

Johnny Keo try the Coralife mini skimmer. It's at $23 in Amazon. Happy Reefing!

[@shinyforester]

Great video! Why is it more comfortable to keep small salt water aquariums compared to large fresh water tanks?

[@MASSAquariums]

I don't thinks it's more comfortable. It has its challenges

[@jeremiahholland8089]

would you recommend me buying a mini protein skimmer for my tank, i have the exact kind of tank that you are using

[@MASSAquariums]

If you want to. I have the link in my description. It helps

[@michaelagostino3483]

Nice video. With the skimmer in, will you be making some sort of new cover (lid) for the tank, because I see the old glass lid will not fit properly with the newly added skimmer? As your setup is now I would expect a lot more evaporation of water with the lid not being able to fit properly.

[@MASSAquariums]

+Michael Agostino I'll be getting a new lid.

[@MASSAquariums]

Zoomed LED

[@applehoe2592]

Michael Agostino g

[@reidsmith3002]

Lol "that's what she said"

[@MASSAquariums]

Haha

[@jnetwork3232]

😂🤣🤣🤣

[@micahlobin9732]

love this skimmer

[@MASSAquariums]

+Micah Lobin how has yours been to dial in

[@leeandmandybattersby5958]

I have a 6gallon nano and I'm looking for a skimmer think this will be the one

[@MASSAquariums]

Probably. It's the smallest one

[@joeymartinez613]

Bro what kind of shrimp or crab is he or she he’s to dope the setup is dope need a decent skimmer

[@MASSAquariums]

Coral banded Shrimp

[@johnbfrommanchesterengland4580]

Hey hey mike , will be nice to see how this works , never understood them as a kid but can get it now . ☺ 🐠 XxoxX.

[@MASSAquariums]

+john b from manchester england 👍🐟👊🏼

[@johnbfrommanchesterengland4580]

+MASS Aquariums. 😆 👍 XxoxX

[@MrXxNitroXx]

actually ive got this protein skimmer juste about 2 weeks now, and I really can't find the right spot for him to not overflow, the water level is at minimum and the bubble I try to put them at first of the collection cup but seems to always find its way up and go crazy please help… im kinda diseapointed because my tank is a fluval evo 14.5 made by fluval I thought it was going to be easy… help or garbage?

[@MASSAquariums]

Sorry. I gave up after a month. Couldn’t dial it in either

[@leongorani5121]

Yeah these things are really hard to get right and not have problems. I quit trying with mine too after a few weeks, it just wouldn’t work correctly from the beginning

[@kurtlawrence4879]

Hey mike! Do you use live plants on these tank too? And what to do to make them live.

[@MASSAquariums]

+lawrence kurt I do not

[@kurtlawrence4879]

MASS Aquariums ohhh

[@philliphoffman3979]

Hahaha I love your sense of humor "Thats what she said"

[@MASSAquariums]

+Phillip Hoffman lol. 🐟👊🏼

[@lincolntowns1480]

So what's everyone's opinion with a protein skimmer in a nano? Does it allow for longer time between water changes? Any noticeable difference?

[@MASSAquariums]

I didn't notice

[@OSSOYT]

Hey, how did you get your tank lid to fit on the tank again? Did you buy a new one? If so what lid did you buy. Thanking in advance.

[@MASSAquariums]

Nope could put the lid back on

[@OSSOYT]

MASS Aquariums Really? It fits a standard aqueon lid without cutting the glass?

[@Leigh33]

hi dude, great vid. do you have an issue with micro bubbles pouring out of the side of the skimmer? If so, is this normal?

[@MASSAquariums]

+DrOfWelshMagic yes there have been some bubbles

[@Leigh33]

me too, I was beginning to think it was broken, however they have settled down slightly with bedding in, tho there are still more than I would like.

[@MASSAquariums]

I agree

[@dmmarques82]

Hi how are you ? How's your skimmer running ? I just got one in and is running just like yours with a lot of water any ideias ?thanks !!!!!

[@MASSAquariums]

Just have to keep adjusting it

[@davidnowparvar2209]

Is it noisy or silent ?

[@MASSAquariums]

Pretty quiet

[@justanoterguy314]

Do you have to clean it or change anything out ?

[@MASSAquariums]

Yes you have to. Lean it regularly

[@abzhama3402]

I know it says 5-20 gallons, but I got a 24gallon tank and love the size of the ps2, do you think it’ll be alright on a 24 gallon tank?

[@MASSAquariums]

Yes I think so

[@theurbanartist775]

I have a 25 gallon and have just ordered it. How’s it holding up?

[@kcrueda]

It was very badly configured, it is going up to the glass pure water, it is not to place it and you have to see that it works more dry.

[@MASSAquariums]

Thanks

[@bwatt51]

Which way do you turn the water and air valve to increase and decrease the air and water level. Very frustrating.

[@MASSAquariums]

+bwatt51 it's a little sensitive. Just twist it slowly

[@bwatt51]

MASS Aquariums which way do I turn it

[@jeb081998]

Any recommendation on getting rid of brown diatoms?

[@MASSAquariums]

Increase flow. But they will disappear when the tank matures.

[@Grantygrantyb]

good information video

[@MASSAquariums]

Thanks

[@thekillermef]

wich aquaclear do you have?

[@MASSAquariums]

50

[@bendonaldson1248]

Is that a fluval m series heater?

[@MASSAquariums]

Yep

[@BUFFYTHEDEMONSLAYER]

WHERE SHOULD THE WATER LEVEL BE ? NEED HELP

[@MASSAquariums]

It’s tough. Need to get it just right

[@TheTritan408]

What is a protein skimmer do?

[@MASSAquariums]

+Tritan it removes organic waste from the tank

[@kanidanieldariusdad]

So you can’t use a glass lid with this

[@MASSAquariums]

Over the tank yes but not the chambers

[@rcguilford]

Hey buddy i tagged you in the Aquarium Tube Tag Challenge. Check out the description in my latest video for the questions. Basically you have to answer 10 questions and then tag 3 others. Its pretty fun

[@applehoe2592]

David do you Luke saltwater

[@kencress1267]

skimmer not necessary in such a small tank. your water changes should suffice

[@MASSAquariums]

Yes. Just an experiment

[@applehoe2592]

Or my aquarium box

[@MASSAquariums]

+Apple Hoe www.myaquariumbox.com

[@applehoe2592]

How do I get a skimmer

[@MASSAquariums]

Got the link in the description and it will bring you right to Amazon

[@TrainerDC]

Apple Hoe that's the PS1 Skimmer not the PS2 that Mike has. I've been trying to track a PS2 down for weeks with no luck.

[@adrhdz93]

MASS Aquariums the one you linked is the PS1 and the one you used is the PS2

[@micahlobin9732]

it was easy

[@MASSAquariums]

Was very easy

[@THEFIFTHDIMENTION]

There is a lot of water in that cup hahaha

[@MASSAquariums]

Yeah tough to dial in

[@THEFIFTHDIMENTION]

so i got myself one of these and its a hell to tune it. Gone a week without any skim. Im trying to see if different water levels help.

[@AlejandroSanchez-tq9qx]

makes me want a reef but man the cost just adds up..

[@MASSAquariums]

+Alejandro Sanchez it's not all that bad.

[@the1000expert]

Yeah, but it is too big for a 10 gallon. Looks like a science experiment. Your tank is pretty but this thing spoils it. Just my opinion.

[@MASSAquariums]

I agree. I have already pulled it

[@the1000expert]

So many things offered for sale to the aquarist but so many not worth it or just not good for some applications. I figure hobbiests spend million on not needed items. My salt water has no skimmer and does just fine.

[@soldierboy_4349]

It’s 100$ bro I’m only 15

[@MASSAquariums]

Sorry dude

[@ynotski9]

Don't like it, takes up tank space, can suck in corals that move, in a small tank I want to see corals and fish Not a Skimmer.

[@MASSAquariums]

I will agree with that

[@EarthnikNews]

“That’s what she said.”That’s quite juvenile and crass. I certainly wouldn’t let my daughter listen to that!

[@MASSAquariums]

Sorry Frank

[@krazed3717]

I have to say mate, your clowns look quite bored/depressed compared to my clowns... Is there a reason you don't have any anemone for them??

[@MASSAquariums]

Tank is to small for them

[@mandydorpinghaus252]

This thing sucks…pos…wouldn’t break in for months…micro bubbles

[@MASSAquariums]

Yes I wasn’t a fan