Swabbie, the affordable self cleaning head!

[reefervet]

This is awesome, props to you guys for bringing something affordable like this to hobbyists. I will be ordering one for my ATB Medium once I measure the lid size unless you guys or someone knows off hand.

 

[roscoe]

Cool product!! What would I need for the SWC 250 cone?

 

[soccerbag]

I've got a BK / Royal Exclusiv Alpha Cone 250 - any idea what size I would need?

-Does the lid come with predrilled holes on top (as the stock skimmer cup would?

-How long is the power cord coming off of the lid?

Thanks so much - looks like a very cool product.

 

[AVAST Marine]

This is awesome, props to you guys for bringing something affordable like this to hobbyists. I will be ordering one for my ATB Medium once I measure the lid size unless you guys or someone knows off hand.

I believe the ATB medium is 250mm or roughly 10". If you take measurements listed here AVAST Marine Works - Custom Sized Swabbie - Product Details and post back we can confirm this.

 

[AVAST Marine]

Cool product!! What would I need for the SWC 250 cone?

250mm/10"

 

[AVAST Marine]

I've got a BK / Royal Exclusiv Alpha Cone 250 - any idea what size I would need?

-Does the lid come with predrilled holes on top (as the stock skimmer cup would?

-How long is the power cord coming off of the lid?

Thanks so much - looks like a very cool product.

250mm/10" is your cup size

All lids are made with thick 3/8" material and have holes drilled predrilled for air vent.

The power cord is 8' long.

 

[Hogall]

How long does the wiper last? Sorry for the stupid question. BTW, just placed an order in

 

[ctenophore]

How long does the wiper last? Sorry for the stupid question. BTW, just placed an order in

Hi Dennis, I saw it come through. Thank you!

Wiper is made from dense but flexible silicone. I expect many years of continuous duty. We haven't been able to wear one out yet.

 

[Oldreefer]

I am running mine in a skimmer with ozone. That should be a good test for the wiper. I'll post pictures of mine over the weekend.

 

[AVAST Marine]

I am running mine in a skimmer with ozone. That should be a good test for the wiper. I'll post pictures of mine over the weekend.

Wait until you see our new ozone reactor.........

 

[stunreefer]

Really great to see one come out with a decent price point guys, props!

Wish I had the clearance for one, I'd be all over it!

 

[Maximus]

DOH!! I don't think I have the clearance as well! How tall is the actual unit? Could you measure it from the top of the lid to the top of the actual unit?

 

[ctenophore]

DOH!! I don't think I have the clearance as well! How tall is the actual unit? Could you measure it from the top of the lid to the top of the actual unit?

It adds 2" above the lid.

 

[AVAST Marine]

Lot's of custom sized Swabbies going out this week!

 

[wfournier]

I went all out and picked up one (the last one?) of the demo skimmers with the swabbie, so far it looks cool but I really haven't had much of a chance to see how it will work long term as I set it up over lunch today. Did have an issue getting the PSK-2500 going again after it had been in there for a little, any thoughts on that?

Edit: Oh yeah and one thought on a possible improvement would be to make a small flat on the shaft that holds the squeegee to allow it to clamp a little better. Not sure if this will be necessary but that was the one area I was a little concerned about when I put the whole thing together as I didn't want to over tighten the screw that holds it, but if didn't seem as tight as I would have liked.

 

[AVAST Marine]

wfournier, please send us an email with your phone number and the best time to call: [email protected] so we can talk you through the setup. If you have a pump issue it is most likely due to the yellow impeller bushing coming loose during shipping, it is an easy fix but much easier to explain over the phone.

re: screw We haven't had and issues yet but, always up for ideas on how to improve. You will be surprised how well that little #10 fillister screw holds the abs wiper to the shaft, there is actually very little linear force applied to the wiper when it is adjusted properly. I would expect a 1 week break in for the skimmer and then you should start seeing fantastic production with this combo.

We do have 1 of the 3 demo GS1's that were used to test the Swabbies, we have a matching Swabbie to go with it. Total price is is $250 for the skimmer with pump and + $95 for the demo Swabbie. If the skimmer sells first we will have a 8" (this one is not metric compatible) Swabbie up for grabs at $95

AVAST Marine Works - GS1 Skimmer - 2010 Model - Product Details

 

[Hogall]

Hopefully, my are coming

Lot's of custom sized Swabbies going out this week!

 

[Jon Warner]

nice... I like it.

wfournier, please send us an email with your phone number and the best time to call: [email protected] so we can talk you through the setup. If you have a pump issue it is most likely due to the yellow impeller bushing coming loose during shipping, it is an easy fix but much easier to explain over the phone.

re: screw We haven't had and issues yet but, always up for ideas on how to improve. You will be surprised how well that little #10 fillister screw holds the abs wiper to the shaft, there is actually very little linear force applied to the wiper when it is adjusted properly. I would expect a 1 week break in for the skimmer and then you should start seeing fantastic production with this combo.

We do have 1 of the 3 demo GS1's that were used to test the Swabbies, we have a matching Swabbie to go with it. Total price is is $250 for the skimmer with pump and + $95 for the demo Swabbie. If the skimmer sells first we will have a 8" (this one is not metric compatible) Swabbie up for grabs at $95

AVAST Marine Works - GS1 Skimmer - 2010 Model - Product Details

 

[AVAST Marine]

Dennis, your package is quite large.....

Please post pictures when it arrives.

 

[AVAST Marine]

nice... I like it.

Thanks Jon,

What have your observations been with EcoBAK and skimmate production? I know that oldreefer observed some pretty nasty junk being produced when using PCL.

Dan