On your recommendation, after a disaster, I bought one (1000): the new Red Sea DC skimmer failed in four days. Really useful videos, coming bac after a few years away and finding it has all changed!
@@ReefDork, The Deltec just worked out of the box. Thanks for your Deltec video, just going to add a float switch to the lid let it cut off via the Apex and bring on an air pump to match the 20% the 600 would have done.
Think we have had ours for the same amount of time. My 1000i is still going strong. I found adding some silicone gel along the blue screws help lubricant and keeps them from snapping off when assembling. I have upgraded my tank from 120gal to 220gal and still skimming great with out skipping a beat.
I found my redsea 600 noisy untill I got a stand and I run it run just under the minimum which made alot less noise I have now removed the black rubber bung on the silencer and ran an extra airline from outside and is now pretty much silent
@@jamescam200962 I did exactly the same, I bought the red sea off BRS review. Kept it for a few months but just had to change it, so noisey and hard to get a good skim. The deltec is soo much better 👍
I’ve had my RSK300 (bought used) for just under a year now, and over the past few weeks the hum has got considerably louder and is now starting to keep the mrs awake at night as our bedroom is right above the tank in the kitchen…. Just a low pitched loud annoying hum. No matter how much I clean it out and make sure everything is tight, all I can hear is the hum from the pump. Air intake is minimal noise and doesn’t affect us at night. It’s just that bloody pump. Interesting that others are having the same issues with the RSK. Kind of tempted to splash the cash and get the Deltec 600i….
I have a Deltec MCE600 back back skimmer. I even have the MCE300 back pack skimmer. They really think out these skimmers. Their backpack skimmers actually pull out junk and not just thin “tea color” green water. Not many hang on the back pack skimmers exist that actually do what they say they can do.
@@adatewithnature8333 what are you on about? His last video got 21k views his live stream average over 5k some videos are pushing half a mil views... plus he is the fastest growing reefing channel on youtube.
Hi Reef Dork! Love the channel! Can you please let me know how you diy’ Ed the collection cup hose? I got a 600i as well and would like to add a collection cup hose. Thanks!
Well in another 10 to 12 years, your find they will bring out new models in replace of these again. Just like these skimmers replaced the tc kinds and smaller. So in my opinion you should buy a LifeReef protein skimmer, next. LifeReef skimmers are unchanged since 38 years ago, and don't use propeller needle wheel pumps. Since I bought vs3 72" I've never had to replace it and still in the same condition, and any pump can't be used. So check them out at LifeReef filter systems. Plus they may have less air about, that doesn't matter, as the air bubbles have more water contact, plus has never overflowed the cup.
Mine worked great for skimming but not for co2 scrubbing, i think because it uses the tiny airline tubing. I ended up switching back to a red sea because they have the large 3/8” tubing and draw a ton of air through.
Could the modest air draw of this skimmer account for the lack of effect from the CO2 scrubber? I'm seeing underwhelming results from hooking the skimmer up with outside air as well
Hello mate how long does it take to break in? I have mine for 3 weeks, and it overflows every night, I bought it because of your reviews. I don't know what to do anymore, it seems like a long time, it makes me a little angry, but my English, I'm Spanish, thanks friend
I've just bought another one for my 2nd tank. Really good bit of kit, only real downside is it can't control anything - ie turn off something if pH gets too high. Apart from that, not a lot to add to my first review...
hi, my 1000i dc skimmer pump has stalled a few times, meaning no bubbles and pump making huffing noise, i switch on and off and it works, but its a bitt annoying when i am out and it stops, my skimmer is about 3 months old in a new setup. please advice thanks
Curious if you still have this skimmer - mine was brilliant until recently when I get loads of micro bubbles coming out the skimmer which end up in the DT (even after my bubble trap). Any suggestions?
Yep, still got it and still love it. Sometimes micro bubbles come from a pin prick hole in the air line on the skimmer. Have a real close look and see if you can locate the source of any extraneous bubbles.
Hi alex what depth have you got yours set at? I raised mine to 18cm water depth. With the water valve open 100% i still fill the cup in a couple hours on setting 5. Skimmer been running several weeks now. Any tips?
@@ReefDork the water exiting the skimmer is fully open. Water level inside the skimmer is about an inch below the min sticker on the other tube...just wandered roughly how much water yours is sitting in
@@ReefDork I think my region is selling another version they are using aquabee German pumps. I have it running right now in my tank and the dealer in my region sells the ones running aquabee pump…
I have the 400i on my smaller tank now - I find it's not performing well and makes some noise, which I think is because it doesn't have enough junk to pull out. Ie it's oversized for my tank/the amount I feed.
@@ReefDork Are you concerned about it running wet and emptying your sump? I’ve always had a permanent drain into a container so I don’t have to keep emptying the skimmer cup. Pure laziness on my part!
Long term reviews are the best, keep them coming👍 I have the same skimmer and agree with your conclusions😊
On your recommendation, after a disaster, I bought one (1000): the new Red Sea DC skimmer failed in four days. Really useful videos, coming bac after a few years away and finding it has all changed!
Yeah, they're expensive given the build quality but they're really good
@@ReefDork, The Deltec just worked out of the box. Thanks for your Deltec video, just going to add a float switch to the lid let it cut off via the Apex and bring on an air pump to match the 20% the 600 would have done.
Great work Alex. Amasing long term review.👍
Have the same skimmer running for 12 months, thanks for the update
After first your video I swapped from nios to i400 and it's best what i done. Overflow saved me 3 times.
Think we have had ours for the same amount of time. My 1000i is still going strong. I found adding some silicone gel along the blue screws help lubricant and keeps them from snapping off when assembling. I have upgraded my tank from 120gal to 220gal and still skimming great with out skipping a beat.
I got the exact same I swapped from the red sea which was far too noisy, love the deltec, nice and quite
I found my redsea 600 noisy untill I got a stand and I run it run just under the minimum which made alot less noise I have now removed the black rubber bung on the silencer and ran an extra airline from outside and is now pretty much silent
I’ve just sold my Red Sea reefer skimmer I hated it. It was way to noisy and pain to adjust just bought a deltec different league altogether
@@jamescam200962 I did exactly the same, I bought the red sea off BRS review. Kept it for a few months but just had to change it, so noisey and hard to get a good skim. The deltec is soo much better 👍
I’ve had my RSK300 (bought used) for just under a year now, and over the past few weeks the hum has got considerably louder and is now starting to keep the mrs awake at night as our bedroom is right above the tank in the kitchen…. Just a low pitched loud annoying hum. No matter how much I clean it out and make sure everything is tight, all I can hear is the hum from the pump. Air intake is minimal noise and doesn’t affect us at night. It’s just that bloody pump. Interesting that others are having the same issues with the RSK. Kind of tempted to splash the cash and get the Deltec 600i….
Iv had mine for a year now can't fault it very easy to tune
I have a Deltec MCE600 back back skimmer. I even have the MCE300 back pack skimmer. They really think out these skimmers. Their backpack skimmers actually pull out junk and not just thin “tea color” green water. Not many hang on the back pack skimmers exist that actually do what they say they can do.
6 minutes a week is not enough weekly reefing goodness! (Said with utmost love and appreciation for the channel)
It's not a very good use of his time though, most his vids only get like 250 to 400 views.
@@adatewithnature8333 what are you on about? His last video got 21k views his live stream average over 5k some videos are pushing half a mil views... plus he is the fastest growing reefing channel on youtube.
That's what the Sunday night livestreams are for 😎
Hi Reef Dork! Love the channel! Can you please let me know how you diy’ Ed the collection cup hose? I got a 600i as well and would like to add a collection cup hose. Thanks!
NVM found the link :) 👍😂
1:06 I wonder how my Simplicity DC 240 would work if I remove the bubble plate, it is time for an experiment.
Had mine for about a year now and it really is just set and forget .
Well in another 10 to 12 years, your find they will bring out new models in replace of these again. Just like these skimmers replaced the tc kinds and smaller. So in my opinion you should buy a LifeReef protein skimmer, next. LifeReef skimmers are unchanged since 38 years ago, and don't use propeller needle wheel pumps. Since I bought vs3 72" I've never had to replace it and still in the same condition, and any pump can't be used. So check them out at LifeReef filter systems. Plus they may have less air about, that doesn't matter, as the air bubbles have more water contact, plus has never overflowed the cup.
Mine worked great for skimming but not for co2 scrubbing, i think because it uses the tiny airline tubing. I ended up switching back to a red sea because they have the large 3/8” tubing and draw a ton of air through.
i used to run a scrubber before switching to NAOH, i raised the skimmer about 60mm allowing me to ramp the dc motor/air up considerably!
Could the modest air draw of this skimmer account for the lack of effect from the CO2 scrubber? I'm seeing underwhelming results from hooking the skimmer up with outside air as well
I love mine, only issue is calcium build up in Venturi requires cleaning often
Wondered why mine had not been working at peak - Calcium build up in pump air intake! Thanks for that Stef - now back to normal - love it.
@@gavingrafton680 yeah i have to clean it each month, i have a screwdriver thats the exact diameter and pushes it all out.
Would you consider buying the next model up the 1000i after using the 600i for many months , great video 👍
If I had a bigger tank, yes absolutely
Have a 400i that I replaced a 15 year old MC300 with and it's been absolutely great for two years now. Deltec really over engineers these.
I've just ordered that same Fauna Marin CO2 scrubber. Have you modified it into a re-circulator? If so, how difficult was it?
No I didn't recirculate mine - too much faff for me
Hello mate
how long does it take to break in?
I have mine for 3 weeks, and it overflows every night, I bought it because of your reviews.
I don't know what to do anymore, it seems like a long time, it makes me a little angry, but my English, I'm Spanish, thanks friend
Lo siento amigo. Mine worked perfectly immediately. Try emailing Deltec - they should be able to help 🙂
Hi What's the hang-on white/clear reactor you have please.? Thanks!
Tmc reef filter nano
Long term review for the reef factory ph probe? Pretty please
I've just bought another one for my 2nd tank. Really good bit of kit, only real downside is it can't control anything - ie turn off something if pH gets too high. Apart from that, not a lot to add to my first review...
hi, my 1000i dc skimmer pump has stalled a few times, meaning no bubbles and pump making huffing noise, i switch on and off and it works, but its a bitt annoying when i am out and it stops, my skimmer is about 3 months old in a new setup. please advice thanks
Sounds like a fault - contact Deltec
I have a Red Star Fish skimmer that has the same pump and I payd for it only 120£ on eBay. Is the skimmer needles wheel impeller yellow?
Not 100% but I think it's white
Hi where is the video about the diy drain for the skimmer?,thanks
th-cam.com/video/pBQlrflW5d0/w-d-xo.html
Curious if you still have this skimmer - mine was brilliant until recently when I get loads of micro bubbles coming out the skimmer which end up in the DT (even after my bubble trap). Any suggestions?
Yep, still got it and still love it. Sometimes micro bubbles come from a pin prick hole in the air line on the skimmer. Have a real close look and see if you can locate the source of any extraneous bubbles.
You ever think of trying Ultra Reef?
I looked at them when I got this - really solid build quality 👌
Hi alex what depth have you got yours set at? I raised mine to 18cm water depth. With the water valve open 100% i still fill the cup in a couple hours on setting 5. Skimmer been running several weeks now. Any tips?
Have you adjusted the water inlet to its lowest position?
@@ReefDork the water exiting the skimmer is fully open. Water level inside the skimmer is about an inch below the min sticker on the other tube...just wandered roughly how much water yours is sitting in
So, would you have bought the 1000i over this one like you said in the first video about this skimmer or is this on sufficient?
Yep, size wise this is great for my tank. Wouldn't go bigger personally.
Isn’t deltec pumps aquabee German pumps?
No, they use Jecod pumps. At least in the 400i, 600i and 1000i models.
@@ReefDork I think my region is selling another version they are using aquabee German pumps. I have it running right now in my tank and the dealer in my region sells the ones running aquabee pump…
I have a Deltec 400i but it’s very noisy, it’s only 3 months old. I’ve cleaned it but it’s still the same. Any thoughts ?
I have the 400i on my smaller tank now - I find it's not performing well and makes some noise, which I think is because it doesn't have enough junk to pull out. Ie it's oversized for my tank/the amount I feed.
@@ReefDork mines a 200l, its not whispering quiet as advertised though and the rest of my tank is near silent
What have you got inside small tmc reactor ?
Activated carbon
Hi Alex, why don’t you run the drain to a container and have it drain continuously? Space?
I don't like the idea of a constant drain - feels like an unnecessary risk
@@ReefDork Are you concerned about it running wet and emptying your sump? I’ve always had a permanent drain into a container so I don’t have to keep emptying the skimmer cup. Pure laziness on my part!
Hold on - where was the "let's get stuck in"?!
😁
Would you be down to join an aquatic based discord server?
I don't know what a discord server is to be honest! But if it means spending time/working on something other than TH-cam, I'd probably leave it...
Your foxface looks thin is he okay?
He's definitely lost weight - I probably need to start feeding him nory
Very thin