Protein Skimmer

[dtracy1119]

I have a Reef Dynamics INS80 protein skimmer and in need of another needle wheel Venturi replacement pump, what would be the best pump to get?

 

[Water Dog]

Based on the INS80 pump specs...

• Pump Inlet Size: 3/4"
• Water Outlet Size: 1¼"
• Pump (included): Modified Sicce Pin-Wheel Pump
• Pump Consumption With Maximum Air Intake: 17 Watts @ 115/120 VAC 60hz
• Air Intake: 360-480 lph

I think a Sicce SK400 (which has a 400 lph air draw) should work, but you would also have to buy the matching volute (venturi assembly) to draw air into the pump.

https://seasideaquatics.com/parts/sicce-sk400-skimmer-pump-w-needle-wheel-p-10.html

https://seasideaquatics.com/parts/sea-side-aquatics-skimmer-venturi-for-sicce-pump-p-53.html