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IceCap K1 50 Skimmer Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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Description of IceCap K1 50 Skimmer

The IceCap K1-50 is a remarkably compact skimmer that offers a new level of refined filtration for marine aquariums ranging from 40 to 80 gallons. All aspects of the skimmer were implemented to surpass many challenges other skimmers on the market misses out on. For aquariums up to: 80 gallons, light bio load; 60 gallons, medium bio load; 40 gallons, heavy bio load. In-sump installation only. DCAIR-700 DC Pinwheel Pump. Distinctive turbulence reducing body. Footprint: 4.75" x 3.5". Total Height: 19". Solid PVC & acrylic construction. Bubble dispersant chamber. Novel pipeless output valve. Recommended sump water height: 6" to 9".

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

It works best in Fish & Aquatic Pets

I would give fewer stars if it didn't end with a great skimmat. This skimmer is extremely temperamental towards slight fluctuations in the water level. I set up my sump as a flow-through tank and the water level only fluctuated depending on the level between the auto-top fill point. And it didn't work at all. There was no golden mean. So I remodeled the sump and tried hanging the skimmer with the bracket that came with it. The mount is basically useless, it doesn't hold the skimmer well. So I…

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