EV-180 skimmer rated for 60-200 gallons reef aquariums, Aqua C
Tank Size: 60-200 gallons
Recommended pumps: Mag Drive 7 or Rio 3100
Height: 20"
Footprint: 6.0" x 9.2"
Foam tower volume: 135 cubic inches
Flexible design for in-sump applications
For in sump use only
Designed to run in sumps WITHOUT BEING RAISED. The output gate valve has been increased to a height of 10", which means that as long as your sump level is 9" or lower you will not need to worry about fluctuations having an impact on skimming consistency.
Spray Injection Protein Skimmer
The EV-180 replaces our best-selling sump skimmer, the EV-150. The new 180 is a true performer - due to the larger mixing box and baffling design we are able to generate far greater results from the same pump. We encourage the most demanding retail stores, livestock dealers, and advanced hobbyists to try our new EV skimmers, you will not be disappointed.
New features for 2002
• Designed to sit directly on sump bottom- up to 9" of sump depth
• 3/8" precision ball valve for air flow control
• Super silent - you won't hear it running
• Virtually no bubble return to sump - we guarantee it
• Twist-Lock flanges make for secure connection without screws
• Mixing box has been increased by 40% = greater contact time
• Larger collection cup drain
• John Guest Speedfit fitting optional for calcium reactor hook-up
• Larger, wider diameter foam tower
Specifics
• Height: 20"
• Footprint: 9" x 5.75"
• Input: 3/4" hose barb
• Output: 1" gate valve
• ¼" John Guest "Speedfit" fitting on ozone/calcium reactor models
• 3/8" FTP air inlet with precision ball valve for foam tuning
• 5/8" collection cup drain
• 5" x 6" OD foam tower
• flanges feature EPDM gaskets
• Patented Spray Injection System (U.S. Patent # 6,156,209)
Installation
• In-Sump
• Stand-Beside
• Inline with sump
Recommended Pump
• Sen 700
• Mag 700
• Rio 3100
• Dolphin DP-800 (valve recommended)
• Iwaki 30 RLT
• Little Giant 3 MDQ
*All of the above pumps have been tested with this skimmer and meet our high standards for performance. If you have a question regarding pump choices please contact us!