Homemade Skimmate locker

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This is a simple project and can be scaled down to the size you need.
a few fittings and your all set.
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This is a simple project and can be scaled down to the size you need.
a few fittings and your all set.
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I am sorry but this is Totally confusing as to Function. The photo does little to simplify . I am interested but need much more explanation and photos with respect Wally
 
sorry for the lack of detail........

Your skimmer should have a drain port at the base of the collection cup. Typically the plugs stay in place and you empty the collection cup. This design attaches a hose to the drain port and run that to a bulkhead in the skimmate container
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I installed a similar thing after my HOB overflowed ran down the " non drip leg " cord and preceded melt my power bar . Its just an open cut up trash can that can hold all the water that the skimmer could pump out . Its no accessible for maintenance purposes . A very cleaver idea
 

WHICH PART OF YOUR SETUP IS HARDEST TO REACH OR REMOVE FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE?

  • Glass behind or beside the tank

    Votes: 14 20.3%
  • Powerheads or wavemakers

    Votes: 5 7.2%
  • Sump or rear filtration chambers

    Votes: 9 13.0%
  • Skimmer or other filtration equipment

    Votes: 9 13.0%
  • Overflow or plumbing

    Votes: 12 17.4%
  • Lights or lids

    Votes: 0 0.0%
  • Mine is pretty easy to access!

    Votes: 19 27.5%
  • Other—tell us what I missed

    Votes: 1 1.4%
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