{"product_id":"icecap-large-skimmer-stand-11x9in","title":"IceCap Large Skimmer Stand (11x9in)","description":"\u003ch2 data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003eIceCap Large Adjustable Skimmer Stand 11x9in — (IC-SRS-2823)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IceCap \u003cb\u003eLarge Adjustable Skimmer Stand\u003c\/b\u003e (SKU: IC-SRS-2823) is an authentic, heavy-duty modular sump accessory distributed by CoralVue to simplify water level tuning in marine and freshwater filtration setups. Most modern in-sump protein skimmers require a very specific operational water depth—typically between 6 and 9 inches—to maintain the correct internal air-to-water pressure matrix. If your sump`s filtration compartment runs deeper than your skimmer's target baseline, the internal column pressure spikes, causing the collection cup to overflow with clean water. The IceCap Large Skimmer Stand solves this placement problem entirely, providing a solid, stable elevated platform to keep your skimming line right at the water surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed from heavy-gauge, water-clear cell-cast acrylic, the Large 11x9 stand avoids the structural collapse or micro-fracturing common with cheaper molded plastic shelves. Its primary innovation is its \u003cb\u003eDual-Directional Flippable Leg Geometry\u003c\/b\u003e. By shifting or flipping the modular support legs, you can adjust the platform height across six distinct intervals: 4.0\", 4.5\", 4.75\", 5.0\", 5.75\", and 6.25\". The stand also features an open, multi-slotted support plate that allows incoming water currents from your drain line to flow freely beneath the platform. This stops organic detritus, fish wastes, and decaying debris from settling into anaerobic bacterial muck traps beneath your heavy equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrevents Unexpected Sump Flooding:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates the primary cause of sudden protein skimmer overflows by adjusting your hardware straight into the manufacturer`s recommended depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbsorbs Low-Frequency Pump Hum:\u003c\/b\u003e Dense acrylic tracking isolates high-velocity needlewheel motor resonance, dampening low-frequency resonance against the glass sump panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eZero-Metal, Eco-Safe Assembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Uses a hardware-free locking layout with no metal screws, springs, or metallic rods, eliminating rust risks in saltwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Note: This retail box contains (1) 11\" x 9\" clear acrylic skimmer platform plate and (2) modular interlocking height adjustment leg panels. Protein skimmers, sumps, and silicone dampening mats are sold under separate product categories).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIceCap Adjustable Skimmer Stand Sizing Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable class=\"table table-bordered\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel Variant Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturing SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlatform Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget Skimmer Sizing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable Height Intervals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIceCap Small Stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-SRS-1815\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0\" x 6.0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNano \u0026amp; Micro Skimmers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0\" \/ 3.25\" \/ 3.7\" \/ 4.0\" \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIceCap Medium Stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIC-SRS-2318\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.0\" x 7.0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-Sized In-Sump Skimmers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0\" \/ 3.5\" \/ 3.75\" \/ 4.0\" \/ 4.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eIceCap Large Stand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eIC-SRS-2823\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e11.0\" x 9.0\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge-Format Heavy Skimmers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e4.0\" \/ 4.5\" \/ 4.75\" \/ 5.0\" \/ 5.75\" \/ 6.25\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IceCap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50482302058744,"sku":"IC-SRS-2823","price":41.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/6909\/5160\/files\/22963bd16acdd58d65f09a665c579ccc.jpg?v=1789066592","url":"https:\/\/www.blueearthaquariums.com\/products\/icecap-large-skimmer-stand-11x9in","provider":"Blue Earth Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}