New Reef Octupus Skimmer Thread (Pacific Coast Imports) - Page 14

KH971 · #**326** 12/28/2006, 12:29 AM

I have the DDNW_250 and for the money it can not be beat. It works really well for my 300 gallon system.

Felixc · #**327** 12/29/2006, 03:16 AM

I am contemplating about getting the TDNW-300 recir and was wondering what the nw looks like on these pumps. I tried looking but couldn't find any pictures of it. Could someone post pictures of the nw.

Also could someone clarify the pump models that are attached to these two models:
TDNW-300 Recirculating
DDNW-250 Recirculating

Jayson · #**328** 12/29/2006, 08:33 AM

Also could someone clarify the pump models that are attached to these two models:
TDNW-300 Recirculating otp 2000
DDNW-250 Recirculating otp 3000

BLockamon · #**329** 01/01/2007, 03:43 AM

dpfenny, I haven't seen the DDNW-150 in action, but I would probably pick it over the DNW-200. Unless you plan on doing some mods, the OTP-2000 pump pulls almost as much air as the OTP-3000. So, the two-pump model will probably give more air flow. I don't know if the pump has the re-start "issue" on this skimmer or not, but to me that's not a deal breaker.

BigJPDC · #**330** 01/01/2007, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 96p993
I have the NW 150 and when it is running properly it is great..I have been able to dial it in and really get some good dark gunk out of it. The problem is that twice now for no reason whatsoever (that I can find) the foam gets very inconsistant and overflows...In turn my remote collection cup overflows and starts flooding my carpet. I have watched this happen and from everything else in the tank nothing changes...Its like all the sudden the pump goes into turbo mode and starts creating a ton of bubbles.....

any progress here? Mine just did this over the weekend, and I think it has something to do with the o-ring on the standpipe.
Did you do the gate valve mod?

jp

gpodio · #**331** 01/03/2007, 11:00 AM

I hate to cross-post but I am having difficulties getting an answer to the following question:

http://archive.reefcentral.com/forum...readid=1008018

Basically, I would like a NW-200 to fit in my 40g sump, I only have 9" of clearence to get it into the sump and wanted to make sure I can fit it before buying it. The footprint is larger than 9" however I'm hoping that by removing the pump or other components I could squeeze it in there...

Or do all of you have at least 10.5" clearence over your sumps?

I would really appreciate any feedback in regards, I'd hate to buy first and find out later...

Thank you

SHOmuchFUN · #**332** 01/03/2007, 11:01 AM

Still no word on the HOB Octopus skimmers?

Malifluous · #**333** 01/03/2007, 04:16 PM

Is there anyone living in the USA that are using a reef octopus DNW-110 from china with the different voltage.

CarlC · #**334** 01/03/2007, 04:38 PM

I am not in the market for a new HOB skimmer but if I was I would give one of the models a try. The rest of the product line works well so I have no doubts that the HOB's would be any differant.

Carl

KH971 · #**335** 01/03/2007, 10:34 PM

DDNW-250 has dual 3000 pumps on it.

Retzius · #**336** 01/04/2007, 01:28 AM

This is off topic b/c I cant get a response in the general forum. Maybe some of you Octopus skimmer owner can help.

I just bought an Octo skimmer off a person and wanted to know what the best sump depth would be for my NW110 protein skimmer (non-recirc). It came with no instructions so any person who knows, please help me out.
Thanks

Kurt03 · #**337** 01/04/2007, 08:17 AM

i think someone told me around 9" is best.
could be wrong though. And i think this was for the 200 so not sure if its diffrent on the 110. its prob close though.

Retzius · #**338** 01/04/2007, 10:41 AM

Thanks Kurt,

Someone told me around 6-8" so I guess 7" will be my aim.

sjm817 · #**339** 01/04/2007, 11:17 AM

Good news for people looking to buy a RO skimmer
Premium Aquatics is now carrying them. PA is by far the best vendor I have ever dealt with. Customer service is 2nd to none.

Kurt03 · #**340** 01/04/2007, 11:47 AM

any word on if they will have replacement parts too? There pretty close to me so it would be nice if they did.

gpodio · #**341** 01/04/2007, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sjm817
Good news for people looking to buy a RO skimmer
Premium Aquatics is now carrying them. PA is by far the best vendor I have ever dealt with. Customer service is 2nd to none.

Best price I've seen on the 200 model too!

spongebobby · #**342** 01/04/2007, 01:42 PM

Does anyone know where I can purchase a needle wheel for a otp3000. I have emailed Marinesoultuions and custom aquatics but have not had a response from them. Talk about good customer support..... THEY SUCK.

Thanks....

dpfenny · #**343** 01/04/2007, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sjm817
Good news for people looking to buy a RO skimmer
Premium Aquatics is now carrying them. PA is by far the best vendor I have ever dealt with. Customer service is 2nd to none.

cosign

Malifluous · #**344** 01/04/2007, 02:26 PM

Are the reef octopus and pacific coast imports made differently?

Kurt03 · #**345** 01/04/2007, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by spongebobby
Does anyone know where I can purchase a needle wheel for a otp3000. I have emailed Marinesoultuions and custom aquatics but have not had a response from them. Talk about good customer support..... THEY SUCK.

Thanks....

http://www.customaquatic.com/customa...dexid=ps-ac-nw

reefkeeper1 · #**346** 01/04/2007, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Good news for people looking to buy a RO skimmer.
Premium Aquatics is now carrying them. PA is by far the best vendor I have ever dealt with. Customer service is 2nd to none.

I guess there's been so much demand for the product, PA finally had to offer the full product line. If you look at their sponsor forum, they said they were thinking of dropping the line back in November:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=974380

BigJPDC · #**347** 01/04/2007, 07:23 PM

lol at that thread.

Eclectic Taste · #**348** 01/04/2007, 07:30 PM

Good prices at PA - I paid 169 at marinesolutions for the NW150 in November, and am very disappointed at their service. I accidently broke the body, and they only recommended weld-on, no follow up or request for pics, offer to replace body, etc.

reefkeeping involves major equipment expenditure - I sure won't be spending any more at marinesolutions.

(Sorry for the rant).

BigJPDC · #**349** 01/04/2007, 08:08 PM

I checked my customer service expectations at the door a while ago. This is a niche hobby, we modify our equipment with model boat propellers and gutter guard in order to sustain aquatic life that scientists rarely understand completely.

jp

Kurt03 · #**350** 01/04/2007, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Eclectic Taste
Good prices at PA - I paid 169 at marinesolutions for the NW150 in November, and am very disappointed at their service. I accidently broke the body, and they only recommended weld-on, no follow up or request for pics, offer to replace body, etc.

reefkeeping involves major equipment expenditure - I sure won't be spending any more at marinesolutions.

(Sorry for the rant).

sorry if i miss understand you but you think they should replace something you broke free of charge?