DIY freshwater protein skimmer

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Hey all,
I would like to make a protein skimmer for my pond, do you have any good ideas for the matterials i'll need and may some plans?
Any info may healp, i only know that i'll need a big water pump and a big air pump.
I must have something like that when i finish!:nilly:
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I've read that they don't work in freshwater - I've also used one in fresh water, and have since stopped due to poor results.
 
A saltwater skimmer won't work with freshwater due to the difference in densities. I've only seen three designs that were intended for freshwater. The OP's picture is actually a saltwater design, but the same company has a freshwater version. For the most part, freshwater skimmers need a high bio-load to function.

Drip systems are a better alternative for most aquariums. Regular water changes are also a better alternative since water is cheap. In those parts of the world where water is a scarce resource, freshwater skimmers can be the difference between an aquarium or a pet rock.
 
a freshwater protein skimmer does a great job in a pond cause it's using to remoove the inorganic matter from the water, and theres a lot in a pond!
check some freshwater skimmers working:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRIt7Vglj3U

The question how i can make one?
I have read a lot of thing about these structions but i have to many questions!

Take some more plans, may u understand more than me!:D

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What about an algae scrubber? They work great on fresh water. I think that would be more beneficial on a pond.
 
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