Skimmer Micro Bubbles

[MadReefer]

I have issues with my Coralife Super Skimmer, tons of micro bubbles. I picked up a 530gph needle wheel pump for it. Do I need more sponges in the basket? I am using at as a HOB. Any help appreciated; I am unable to upload the video. Yes, I know get a better skimmer but not an option now.

 

[saltkreep88]

How long has the skimmer been running?

 

[MadReefer]

The skimmer is old but the pump is brand new. I just set it up yesterday and know it takes time to brake in but the bubbles are ridiculous. I lost the sponge for the basket and used a skinnier one. I plan to go pickup a thicker one tonight and let it run and see what happens. Anything else it could be besides time and the sponge?

 

[saltkreep88]

Most will go away as the skimmer and pump slimes up, give it a week or so. Additives such as water conditioners or new salt water can cause a similar condition. Some carbon might help some.

 

[MadReefer]

Thanks

 

[Mark_C]

Just an FYI. I picked up a Coralife 100(is) a few months ago for a 40b as I found it on sale at a big shop and I got a great deal at $100. Had a massive amount of microbubbles. Gave it about a week and a half and it calmed down a bit.
But, the pump/wheel kicked out after 6-8 weeks. Coralife replaced the entire pump unit. Worked again for about 8-12 weeks and pump/wheel died again.
Picked up a Reef Octo 110 for $150 and running great over last 6 months.

 

[mrehfeld]

This is what I did with mine to resolve the micro bubbles modifying-the-coralife-super-skimmer-css