Great White Skimmer DC Plus

Key Features

3 control mechanisms

AIR INTAKE, CONTROLLER SPEED

OUTPUT VALVE

Inbuilt neck silencer

DC Controllable pump

Massive 250g to 500g of air per hour

Feed Mode - Shuts down for 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes.

Super Quiet Operation - less than 30 decibels

Specifications:

Dimensions - Table below

Power Consumption - DC 24V

20 watts

What’s in the box:

1 x Great White Skimmer DC

1 x Collection cup

1 x DC controllable pump

1 x Pump controller

2 x Air and waste tubes

1 x Venturi

1 x Instructions

1 x Bubble plate

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Q: What is the Great White Skimmer DC used for?

A: It’s a protein skimmer designed to remove organic waste, proteins, and impurities from saltwater aquariums, helping maintain clean and stable water conditions.

Q: What makes this skimmer different from others?

A: It uses a DC controllable pump, allowing precise tuning of performance, quieter operation, and improved energy efficiency compared to traditional AC skimmers.  

Q: How quiet is the skimmer?

A: It operates at under 30 decibels, making it extremely quiet—suitable for home or living space aquariums.  

Q: Can I control the skimmer settings?

A: Yes, it has multiple control mechanisms including pump speed control, air intake adjustment, and an output valve for fine-tuning performance.  

Q: Does it have a feed mode?

A: Yes, the feed mode allows you to pause the skimmer for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes during feeding.  

Q: How much air does the skimmer process?

A: It processes approximately 250g to 500g of air per hour, producing dense microbubbles for efficient waste removal.  

Q: What type of skimming technology does it use?

A: It uses a needle wheel design to generate fine bubbles, maximizing protein extraction efficiency.  

Q: Is the skimmer easy to clean?

A: Yes, it features a large, easy-to-remove collection cup and simple disassembly for maintenance.  

Q: What power does it use?

A: It runs on a 24V DC system and typically consumes around 20 watts.  

Q: What tank size is it suitable for?

A: It comes in multiple sizes (GW-7 to GW-30), suitable for tanks ranging roughly from small systems (~250L) up to very large aquariums (~2000L+ depending on bioload).  

Q: How does it improve water quality?

A: It produces millions of microbubbles that bind to organic waste, which is then collected and removed via the collection cup.  

Q: Is it durable?

A: Yes, it’s made from high-quality acrylic designed for long-term use in marine environments.  

Q: What maintenance is required?

A: Regular cleaning of the impeller, checking O-rings and seals, and ensuring no debris (like snails) is inside the pump will keep it running efficiently.  

Q: Is there a warranty?

A: Yes, it includes a 1-year warranty covering the controller, pump block, and power supply.  

Q: Are there any handling precautions?

A: Yes, always unlock the collection cup fully before lifting it to avoid damaging the locking mechanism.