Best Small Footprint Skimmer??????

Doe · 10/02/2007, 03:06 PM

I am currenly looking to upgrade the skimmer on my 120 gallon with a heavy bio load. I currently have a Tunze 9015 so im looking for something better. My problem is my Skimmer compartment in my sump is only 12"x12"

Im thinking about the ATI Bublble Master 160
Dimensions: 7.5" x 8.5" x 20.1" (L x W x H)

The BM200 12.7" x 8.6" x 19.1" (L x W x H) appears to be just to big to fit in my skimmer compartment.

Is there a better skimmer than the ati that will fit in my 12x12 compartment or is the BM160 my best bet?

I would also consider external but i have a 24" height restiction in my stand.

CruzinKim · 10/02/2007, 03:09 PM

There's always the mini Bubblekings, BK180 would fit. For the value, the BMs look good. I'm looking at them as well as the H&S, but the H&S won't fit into your sump.

McCrary · 10/02/2007, 03:24 PM

Talk to H&S, they will often custom build you a skimmer for a reasonable price. Their products are first rate and I have always had good skimmate with minimal fuss.

10/02/2007, 03:06 PM	#1
Doe Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West SFV Posts: 395	Best Small Footprint Skimmer?????? I am currenly looking to upgrade the skimmer on my 120 gallon with a heavy bio load. I currently have a Tunze 9015 so im looking for something better. My problem is my Skimmer compartment in my sump is only 12"x12" Im thinking about the ATI Bublble Master 160 Dimensions: 7.5" x 8.5" x 20.1" (L x W x H) The BM200 12.7" x 8.6" x 19.1" (L x W x H) appears to be just to big to fit in my skimmer compartment. Is there a better skimmer than the ati that will fit in my 12x12 compartment or is the BM160 my best bet? I would also consider external but i have a 24" height restiction in my stand.

10/02/2007, 03:24 PM	#3
McCrary Can't Stop Time Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,079	Talk to H&S, they will often custom build you a skimmer for a reasonable price. Their products are first rate and I have always had good skimmate with minimal fuss. __________________ Matt Patience is the best remedy for every trouble. Titus Maccius Plautus (254 BC - 184 BC), Rudens

10/02/2007, 03:09 PM	#2
CruzinKim Moved On Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: If Not There, Then Here. Posts: 693	There's always the mini Bubblekings, BK180 would fit. For the value, the BMs look good. I'm looking at them as well as the H&S, but the H&S won't fit into your sump.