Dec 06, 2016
Brian
wrote
Hi. I am setting up a 90 gallon aquarium. And I received an NWB 150 skimmer from my brother, it has the OTP-2000 pump on it. I'm seeing that the aquatrance 2000 is the updated model pump for this skimmer. I wanted to know if there will be a notable difference in upgrading the pump, or are they similar in performance?
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Dec 06, 2016
Carlos
agent
wrote
There is a substantial difference. The AQ2000S pump is more efficient so it uses less power and it draws more air into the skimmer.
Dec 06, 2016
Brian
wrote
Thank you. So I will definitely notice a difference in skimmate output?
Dec 06, 2016
Carlos
agent
wrote
Yes, as long as the skimmer is properly sized to the tank you have, you will see a difference.
Dec 06, 2016
Brian
wrote
Awesome. Thanks for your quick response. I'll be ordering one now
Dec 06, 2016
Carlos
agent
wrote
Just one thing... Does your OTP pump have a large gray threaded output adapter or does it have a small black one? If it has the large gray threaded one, then you are good to go. If it has a small black one, then the pump is very old and there is no replacement for it. The AQ pump will not work with that older model of the OTP pump.
Dec 06, 2016
Brian
wrote
It has the gray large fitting.
Dec 06, 2016
Carlos
agent
wrote
ok, then you are good to go. The AQ2000S will work.