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Old 10-06-2002, 09:18 AM   #1
Gary Majchrzak
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Top Fathom 'TF200A' skimmer advice needed


I've aquired a Top Fathom 'TF200A' skimmer, made in Eugene, Oregon. I am wondering if anyone that knows about these skimmers can give me some advice on running them, as I know NOTHING about this product:
*What pump works best with this skimmer?
*Are there any tips or modifications to maximize it's performance?
*What size aquarium does the manufacturer rate this skimmer for?
*Any and all info is greatly appreciated!

Many thanks in advance!
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Old 10-06-2002, 11:19 PM   #2
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Here is Top Fathoms website. http://www.topfathom.com/

I had TF 110 skimmer about 8 years ago. Not a bad venturi skimmer, just difficult to clean since it has so many screws in the body. I retrofitted mine with a Mazzei venturi valve and it worked much better. I think I ran a dreaded Rio 2500 on the 110, so I am sure you could go with a larger pump on the 200. I think it is rated up to 200 gallons, but look at the website for more info. HTH.

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Old 10-06-2002, 11:42 PM   #3
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Thanks, Andy! Your link provided me with what tech info I needed. This thing needs a good cleaning, and I did a double take at all those screws myself! Hope the cordless power screwdriver is all charged up and ready to rock'n'roll!

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