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AquaMaxx FC Series In-Sump Protein Skimmers efficiently remove organic waste from aquarium water. Introducing a bevy of new features focused on precision control, high performance and appealing aesthetics, the FC series skimmers are just another example of how AquaMaxx provides hobbyists with the best protein skimmers for the money.
HIGH PERFORMANCE
The core of AquaMaxx protein skimmers is the high-quality Shark needle wheel pump. The Italian made Sicce brand pumps are modified by AquaMaxx to produce optimal size bubbles for highly efficient protein skimmer. These pumps have been powering AquaMaxx skimmers since the very beginning because of the long lasting and quiet operation combined with quality construction.
First introduced with the ConeS series skimmers, the FC skimmers contain the highly efficient bubble chambers that feature custom diffusors to reduce turbulence and create a stable laminar flow inside of the skimmer which helps get more waste out of your aquarium.
SUPERIOR DESIGN
FC skimmers utilize a one-piece acrylic body which is molded into a beautiful wine glass shape. The shape is what smoothly guides and condenses the foam inside the skimmer for effective removal of waste via the collection cup. Furthermore, the specially designed dome on the collection cups reduce resistance as the foam rises and falls into the collection cup for maximum waste removal.
AquaMaxx has included both a highly sensitive gate valve type outlet and the first ever adjustable air silencer which gives you precise control over the foam level inside of your skimmer.
Computer-precision engineered and outfitted with the latest filtration technology, AquaMaxx protein FC series protein skimmers will deliver the performance and value you are looking for in a skimmer.
FEATURES
Efficient, durable and stylish
Simple to set up and operate
Cell-cast acrylic construction
Rubber feet isolate noise and reduce vibration
Collection cup handle for easy maintenance
One piece, wine-glass shaped body
Special dome collection cup lid improves waste removal
Adjustable air silencer
Slim profile
Precision gate valve style outlet
SPECIFICATIONS
Filtration Rating: up to 180 Gallons (light bioload) or 100 Gallons (heavy bioload)
Footprint: 7" x 7"
Height: 20.5"
Pump: SHARK 1.2
Pump power consumption: 14.9 watts
Recommended Water Level: 8.6"
Requires approximately 1/2" of clearance to remove collection cup.
Manufacturer Info
AquaMaxx AquaMaxx is a Southern California-based aquarium supply company that entered the market in mid-2008 with a line of affordable metal halide bulbs. The brand quickly gained recognition as word spread about the high quality and low cost of their lamps. In 2009, AquaMaxx released a line of aquarium filter socks and, in early 2010, unveiled an assortment of high-performance protein skimmer accessories and upgrades.
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Would you recommend the fc-120 or fc-80 skimmer for a 75 gal. medium stocked?
Which skimmer is best?
Personally I would go with the FC-120 for a 75 gallon tank, it will give you an extra 25 gallons of skimming ability for a heavy bio load (rated at 100 gallons for heavy Bio Load) and is only a little bit more expensive.
Answered : Oct 05, 2018
By : Stephen Olner, Bartlesville
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FC-80 would be a better skimmer for your bio load.
PROS
Easy Set up and does what it says its going to do
CONS
buble plate needs to be fixed to the pump to stop it from moving
REVIEW
I have been using this skimmer for over 9months now and just moved it to a new 120 gallon system ( previous 75 gallon system) This skimmer is easy to put together and is pretty quite the only thing i didn't like was the floating bubble plate. it should be the same as the FC-280 and have the collar a...Read More
I have been using this skimmer for over 9months now and just moved it to a new 120 gallon system ( previous 75 gallon system) This skimmer is easy to put together and is pretty quite the only thing i didn't like was the floating bubble plate. it should be the same as the FC-280 and have the collar and screw to attach it to the pump as it can move about when in use. Produces an amazing amount of skimmate and ha turned out to be pretty reliableHide
I have had it one week and so far it’s a good skimmer. Still working on the water level the skimmer sits in. I started at 8 inches now I am at 8.6. See how it goes. Build quality is a 4. Pretty solid. Pump seems well matched and sicce makes great pumps. The gate valve is pretty cool and exact...Read More
I have had it one week and so far it’s a good skimmer. Still working on the water level the skimmer sits in. I started at 8 inches now I am at 8.6. See how it goes. Build quality is a 4. Pretty solid. Pump seems well matched and sicce makes great pumps. The gate valve is pretty cool and exact. A little wobbly though. Could be a tighter fit which would make it more exact in the adjustment inside the skimmer. The cup design is cool. I appreciate Aquamaxx trying new designs. The bulb design on the lid would be cool for an open sump to look down into the skimmer from the top. But under the tank you can’t enjoy it from the side. The cups I wish could hold more nog. Smaller than I would like to see. The handle is good to hold while cleaning. A good idea. The rubber feet are kinda implanted into the base which is good because it keeps them from coming off and throwing the skimmer off balance. I like the screws used. We’ll see if they rust at all over time. Air silencer adjustment is good also. I just keep it slightly pinched. I gave 4 stars because the unit was a little messy in the box from shipping. The Venturi was damaged and broke a air nossle off. I glued and and used it till MD sent me a new one. Overall nice product. It’s on a 65 gallon sps Frag tank housing lots of high end pieces. This is my 3 Aquamaxx skimmer. And I would def. it again.Hide
CONS
Needs a solid serface to rest on if you have to raise it up in your sump. IE Egg crate cause it not ot be level
REVIEW
I have had this skimmer now for a few months. It was easy to set up and put together. once installed it quick started to produce great skim mate. on going maintenance is pretty easy and takes no time at all
PROS
Quite, not much of a break in period, easy to assemble and operate, and great price point.
CONS
Instructions arent very detailed and says different water level from what website says.
REVIEW
So far the skimmer has been great. I have had it for a week and is pulling gunk quite nicely. I have it set at 9 inches. Instructions say 8-7 inches but website says 8.6. I plan on setting it at that height in a couple of days and tune it from there. Easy to assemble. Quite as well. Great skimmer.
CONS
Openings in the top of the collection cup lid
REVIEW
Had to replace a Skimz skimmer that died a few days before going on vacation. Quick set up and works flawlessly. Super quiet too. Only negative is the holes at the top of the collection cup. Foam pushes out the top instead of draining into the cup.
This skimmer in incredible. The design is impressive as well as the quality of materials. The pump is silent. Within two days I had dark skimmate collecting. I do not recommend this size for anything under 60G due to its large bioload handling but if you're in the 60G plus club then I highly recomme...Read More
This skimmer in incredible. The design is impressive as well as the quality of materials. The pump is silent. Within two days I had dark skimmate collecting. I do not recommend this size for anything under 60G due to its large bioload handling but if you're in the 60G plus club then I highly recommend it!Hide
PROS
Design, footprint, quiet, skim production, fast break in.
CONS
None so far
REVIEW
I bought this skimmer because I'm upgrading my tank to a 70G over the next few months. It's currently running on a 40G tank. This skimmer is AMAZING! It's been on my syste for less than three days and is already pulling a heavy skimmate. It's design is extremely nice. The skimmer breaks down complet...Read More
I bought this skimmer because I'm upgrading my tank to a 70G over the next few months. It's currently running on a 40G tank. This skimmer is AMAZING! It's been on my syste for less than three days and is already pulling a heavy skimmate. It's design is extremely nice. The skimmer breaks down completely for cleaning and has rubber feet to reduce vibration. The pump is silent and the collection cup design is nice. The footprint is surprisingly small for such a large bioload handling. The FC-80 would be better suited for tanks under 50G but if you want something you can use for future tank upgrades then this is it.Hide
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