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Tunze Comline DOC Protein Skimmer 9004

Tunze Comline DOC Protein Skimmer 9004

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The new Tunze Comline® filters opens the way for compact aquarium components designed for internal operation, are ultra-functional and are highly-sophisticated. The system creates a natural atmosphere in the aquarium at a minimum size. The goal always remains the same, more performance and less space.

The Comline® DOC Skimmer 9004 is designed for use in seawater mixed aquariums / soft coral aquariums up to 250 litres (66 USgal.) or sensitive reef biotopes with stone corals up to 150 litres (40 USgal.). It works based on the TUNZE® Flash Skimming principle, water supply is provided via an efficient surface intake system with bacteria film removal. Thus, the system can also be used as a “standalone solution” in the aquarium. The featured TUNZE® Foamer generates many fine air bubbles with a diameter between 0.1 and 0.3mm, which ensures particularly silent operation.

The “Flash skimming” principle enables highly efficient foam production.
Principle: Protein-rich surface water is mixed with water thoroughly in the TUNZE® Foamer. On the surface of the air bubbles forming, pollutants such as protein, cellulose, dead cells, etc. are adsorbed immediately, the air bubbles are very fine, with a diameter between 0.1 and 0.3mm. The water/air mixture is expanded and stabilized in the skimmer cup, the water returns to the aquarium, and the protein-loaded air bubbles reach the skimmer cup reactor. The patented anti-overfoaming system intermediate chamber with phase water prevents the skimmer from overfoaming and controls the skimmer performance, depending on the water level and organic load.
The particularly high efficiency of the “flash skimming” principle compared to large skimmers with long contact time is obtained because the substances adsorbed by the air bubbles are not released again, thus they don`t return to the aquarium water again.

Includes magnet mounts for aquariums up to 3/8" thick.

Dimensions: 4.3" x 3.5" x 12"

Features:
  • Surface intake with bacteria film removal.
  • Skimmer cup, 0.2l (.05 USgal.) volume, also accommodates the foam reactor, easy to remove.
  • Attachment with a patented magnet holder for a glass thickness of up to 3/8".
  • Intermediate chamber with patented anti-overfoaming system.
  • TUNZE® Foamer 9004.040, high air output and low energy consumption (4W).
  • Bubble-free outgoing water.
  • New “Comline® Design”: comfortable use, elegant and unobtrusive in the aquarium.
  • Air flow regulation and silencer for an exceptionally quiet operation.
  • Made in Germany, 2-year manufacturer`s warranty



Manufacturer Info

Tunze
For forty-five years the name TUNZE® has been synonymous with aquariums. Many products and components which we have developed in the course of time are now standard features of aquarium technology today. This confidence in TUNZE is no coincidence. The company has remained true to its philosophy right from the beginning, researching water biotopes all over the world to develop components which enable natural water conditions in the closed environment of an aquarium. In the implementation of know-how, effectiveness and efficiency, TUNZE® takes the lead in environmental compatibility. Their motto is: quality and reliability. These values are upheld with well thought-out and precise tool making by highly qualified experts. The brand names of TUNZE® and Turbelle® meet the expectations of the seal of quality; Made in Germany. Many of the products shown in this catalogue are protected by national and international patents.
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Posted: 2/2/2013 from EUGENE, OR UNITED STATES
4.0 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: I saw some of the reviews on here and I wanted to give the product a good review. I don't have the microbubble problem that others seem to have. I am guessing that these issues are more system specific. I think the big downside to this skimmer is the surface skimming is a bit finicky and it works best when the water level is closest to the bottom of the grill. Once you figure out how to tweak it with an automatic top off, you are set.


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Posted: 1/23/2013 from KNOXVILLE, TN UNITED STATES
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Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: The tunze 9004 is sturdy and quiet. And the surface skimming function works brilliantly. I wanted so much to like it. I really tried everything to reduce the micro-bubbles. I also waited approximately 4 weeks for break-in, hoping it might improve somewhat. I conclude the bubbles are a serious problem with this skimmer, but I am not an expert aquarist. Maybe it would work in a sump, but that's probably not the point of this skimmer.


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Posted: 1/9/2013 from FREMONT, CA UNITED STATES
3.0 5
Experience Level: Intermediate


Comments: This is a great skimmer IF you have a sump or in tank filtration chamber. I put this in my 20G and there are numerous leaks where microbubles can escape, which is very annoying. To remedy this I had to place electrical tape on the outer connection between the main body and front plate of the skimmer. Additionally, the little plastic attachment points for the magnets are incredibly fragile. During some maintenance the magnets actually fell off of the main skimmer body and when I tried to reattach one of them the one of the plastic nubs broke. On a better note, it does produce great skimmate. Let me reiterate that this would be much more aesthetically and practically more useful in a sump or AIO filtration chamber.


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Great so far

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Posted: 1/4/2013 from NORTH PLAINS, OR UNITED STATES
4.5 5
Experience Level: Expert


Comments: Just received this skimmer and fits perfectly in my Nuvo 38. It is VERY quiet and has already produced a good foam head. I guess i'll see how it runs in the long run, but for now its already A+!


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