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    diy protein skimmer

    hey everyone


    im thinking of making a mini protein skimmer for my nano. i was just wondering if i could just use a regular air stone and put it into the end of the pvc that will be in the simmer to make bubbles, or is there something special i need to use?

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    Wooden Airstone...

    A regular Airstone will not producce small enough air bubbles required for a skimmer.
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    okay... well then what do i use?

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    There are wooden airstones thet are designed to make a fine bubble stream some made by red sea and other brands as well but thats the only one that comes to mind



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    If you are going to DIY at least follow some plans...

    Read this FIRST!:
    http://www.hawkfish.org/snailman/skimmer101.htm

    Then follow these:
    http://www.hawkfish.org/snailman/diy4inskimmer.htm
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