Atlantic PS3000 - Satellite Skimmer
Extend Your Skimming Reach to Hard-to-Access Areas
Atlantic's PS3000 Satellite Skimmer is a specialized skimming solution that plumbs to a larger primary skimmer (PS7000 or PS15000) to draw water from hard-to-reach areas of your pond. Using an AquaMax Eco Premium Pump installed inside the liner, the PS3000 extends your pond's skimming coverage to corners, coves, and distant zones that a single skimmer cannot effectively service—ensuring comprehensive surface debris removal across your entire water feature.
Satellite Skimming Technology
The PS3000 operates as a satellite unit connected to your main skimmer system. An AquaMax Eco Premium Pump installed within the PS3000 draws water and debris from its location and pumps it to the primary skimmer (PS7000 or PS15000) for filtration and processing. This configuration allows you to position skimming capacity exactly where you need it, without requiring a separate filtration system for each skimming point.
Reinforced Professional Construction
Built with the same reinforced structures as Atlantic's primary skimmers, the PS3000 eliminates warping, deformation, and callbacks. The black anodized stainless steel faceplate hardware ensures maximum concealment and longevity, while the robust construction delivers worry-free service in demanding pond environments.
Product Specifications
- Weir Width: 6"
- Internal Water Depth: 21"
- Maximum Pump Flow: 3,000 GPH
- Compatible Primary Skimmers: PS7000, PS15000
- Compatible Filters: BF7000, BF15000
- Filtration: Net
- Pump Type: AquaMax Eco Premium (installed inside liner)
- Weight: 15 lbs
- Warranty: Lifetime (enclosure)
- SKU: 74038
Key Features
- Satellite Configuration: Plumbs to larger primary skimmer for extended coverage
- Hard-to-Reach Access: Draws water from distant or difficult-to-service pond areas
- AquaMax Eco Premium Pump: Installed inside liner for efficient water transfer
- Reinforced Construction: Eliminates warping, deformation, and callbacks
- Super Flow Weir Door: Maximizes skimming efficiency at satellite location
- Net Filtration: Captures debris before transfer to primary skimmer
- Labeled Drill Points: Ease of installation for auto-fill and overflow
- Black Anodized Hardware: Stainless steel faceplate hardware for maximum concealment and longevity
- Lifetime Warranty: Enclosure backed by Atlantic's confidence in long-term performance
Applications
Ideal for large ponds with irregular shapes, ponds with multiple coves or bays, installations where debris accumulates in distant corners, kidney-shaped or L-shaped ponds, and any water feature where a single skimmer cannot effectively service the entire surface area. Perfect for enhancing existing PS7000 or PS15000 skimmer systems.
Why Satellite Skimming?
Large or irregularly shaped ponds often have areas where surface debris accumulates beyond the effective reach of a single skimmer. Wind patterns, water circulation, and pond geometry can create dead zones where leaves and debris collect. The PS3000 Satellite Skimmer solves this problem by placing skimming capacity exactly where it's needed, transferring collected water to your primary skimmer for centralized filtration. This approach is more efficient and cost-effective than installing multiple independent skimmer systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a satellite skimmer?
A: A satellite skimmer is a secondary skimming unit that connects to a primary skimmer. It draws water from a remote location and pumps it to the main skimmer for filtration, extending skimming coverage without requiring a separate filtration system.
Q: Which primary skimmers is the PS3000 compatible with?
A: The PS3000 is designed to work with the Atlantic PS7000 and PS15000 primary skimmers, which have the capacity to handle the additional water flow from the satellite unit.
Q: What pump do I need for the PS3000?
A: The PS3000 requires an AquaMax Eco Premium Pump, which is installed inside the liner within the satellite skimmer. This pump transfers water from the PS3000 to your primary skimmer.
Q: Can I use the PS3000 as a standalone skimmer?
A: No, the PS3000 is specifically designed as a satellite unit that must be plumbed to a larger primary skimmer (PS7000 or PS15000). It does not function as an independent skimmer.
Q: How far can the PS3000 be from the primary skimmer?
A: Distance depends on the pump capacity and plumbing configuration. Consult the AquaMax Eco Premium Pump specifications and consider head height and friction loss when planning your installation.
Q: Does the PS3000 have its own filtration?
A: The PS3000 includes net filtration to capture large debris before water is transferred to the primary skimmer. Final mechanical and biological filtration occurs at the primary skimmer and filter system.
Q: How often do I need to clean the PS3000?
A: Cleaning frequency depends on debris load at the satellite location. Empty the net as needed, typically weekly during normal conditions or daily during heavy leaf fall.
Q: Can I add multiple PS3000 satellite skimmers to one primary skimmer?
A: Potentially, yes, but ensure your primary skimmer (PS7000 or PS15000) has adequate capacity to handle the combined flow from multiple satellite units. Consult Atlantic's technical specifications for your specific configuration.
Q: What does the lifetime warranty cover?
A: The lifetime warranty covers the skimmer enclosure for manufacturing defects and material failures under normal use. Consult your warranty documentation for complete terms and conditions.
Q: Do I need a special filter for the PS3000?
A: The PS3000 works with your primary skimmer's filtration system. It's compatible with systems using BF7000 or BF15000 biological filters paired with PS7000 or PS15000 primary skimmers.