Protein skimmer drain plug replacement DIY

[B's Reef]

So, im that guy who loses the drain plug from the collection cup while cleaning the skimmer. What are some diy alternatives that work?

 

[ncaldwell]

Weird timing... I just lost mine today and was trying to think of an alternative

 

[Reeferguy365]

Hook a small tube up to it and bend it then zip tie it. Ghetto but I'm sure it will work

 

[Bayareareefer18]

I just connect the proper size tubing and add the proper size barbed ball valve to it. I like it because it allows me to drain the cup without removing it

Mines a new build so haven't gotten that thick skimmate yet though

Mine happened to be 3/8"

2PK of 3/8" ID PVC Ball Valves Hose Barb Connectors (3/8” ID) for Drip Irrigation Hoses and Aquariums https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074TTJP2X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Gbr6AbXQS7QM6


Drain to this. Super slim easily fits it my stand with little room for extras

1.1 Gallon Slimline Beverage Water Container Dispenser Pitcher with Spigot in Clear For Fridge/ Portable/Compact BPA Free https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0725BSJTL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Pdr6AbCTCXEKE

 

[B's Reef]

Hook a small tube up to it and bend it then zip tie it. Ghetto but I'm sure it will work

Hey, if it works...it works

 

[Reeferguy365]

Yeah i was just trying to think of stuf that might be laying around lol. Never know whats in the garage.

 

[1WildBill]

Lost mine a couple of weeks ago. I ordered 2, just in case.

 

[Dragon52]

Contact the company & ask them. I lost mine off my Nyos 160 & they sent me one NC.

 

[George Lopez]

Depending on the size larger skimmers I use a ball valve but for my small one I use an air hose valve

 

[bobman]

I jb welded over the hole. Will never lose that thing ever again. I dont drain it into another container anyway. If you have to drain the cup you probably need to clean the cup. So its pointless

 

[hmbrower]

Lost mine a couple of weeks ago. I ordered 2, just in case.

Where did you find this? I have been looking.

 

[1WildBill]

Ordered it from saltwateraquarium.com.

 

[hmbrower]

Ordered it from saltwateraquarium.com.

I’m clearly mentally challenged, as I was not able to find it. What are you searching for? Also what skimmer do you have? Thanks for your help.

 

[1WildBill]

I have the octo essence 130 skimmer. Not sure if you noticed, this s almost 7 months old

 

[KeeperCollin]

I know this is an old thread, but I measured the internal diameter of the drain port for my skimmer (Octo eSsence 130) and order some appropriately sized silicone plugs off of Amazon)

 

[richserpe]

Believe it or not I lost my drain plug in the sump and used the squeeze bulb from an eye dropper. Fit like a glove.