Good Morning TRT!
I have these misc parts that I aquired from an earlier purchase that I'd like to use to build a Beckett injected skimmer. A picture of the parts and the design follow.
Though I could follow the base
reaction chamber design, I would like to stick to the more simple columnar design to reduce costs and keep the option of converting to a venturi in the future (why I'm not sure).
The parts that I have (pictured in next message) are used bio-tower, a collection cup from another skimmer, and fluidized sand bend filter for a Beckett chamber and skimmer neck. I will add the Beckett head, pvc, and misc valves.
I am most worried about the return flow. The concern is that the weigh of the water in the return column will be too much forthe system and push the foam too far in to the neck. Though I have seen this in come designs, I am not confident in this one. I would drill the reaction tube side and provide an exit there, but I'd had to ruin the original bio-tower.
The plan is to have this unit sit outside the sump unless there's a good reason to go in-sump. I have an Iwaki 30RLT to power it and I believe from what I've read that's enough pump.
My best adjustment in the design is to shorten or lengthen the neck to the collection cup. I just need the cup to clear the return and leave room for the Beckett feed. This is the reason for the off center cup.
Comments?
Thanks!
Joe
