Skimmer for 210g Reef

dmbl_adams · 10/23/2007, 05:38 AM

Ok, I am back into the hobby after taking a year off. With my old tank, 75g Reef, I could make decisions quickly because it seemed that most of the equip was fairly inexpensive so I wasnt too worried about making a mistake and buying something that didnt work as long as it didnt happen too often. Now that I have stepped up a notch, or 3 notches, I am a little more hesitant to jump out there and buy something that may not work. Here is what I have and what I have looked at.

210g Reef w/2 overflows.
30g sump
Mag 24 Recirc pump

I have looked at the following 3 skimmers.

ETSS 600?? - $400
ASM G4 - $225
Deltec AP600 w/ozone - $500

If the price is not an issue, which one would you chose and why. I am looking for performance and low maintenance so consider this in your response. I would rather hear personal experiences rather than opinions but all input is welcome.

I have learned that saving a dollor or two up front cost much more in the end so I am willing to pay the money up front if it is truely worth it.

sjm817 · 10/23/2007, 06:27 AM

To Reef Central

Before the skimmer question. I would not recommend the Mag24 as a return pump. Its far too big for that setup. I would also use a larger sump for a 210G. A 75G would work well.

On the skimmer, I wouldn't use any of those, for different reasons. there are many, many choices available in skimmers.

What is the max price for the skimmer? How tall can it be? How important is noise level?

dmbl_adams · 10/23/2007, 07:26 AM

Thanks for the response.

With the 3 options listed above, I am willing to spend $500. Less would be better as always but dont want to sacrifice any quality. Noise level is important. This is a 'in wall' setup in the living room. I dont mind the sound of water but dont want the buzzing of a loud pump/motor. It can be 30-32 tall max. This sump is probably a closer to 40 or 50g. I was guessing at 30. On the Mag 24, cant I control it using a valve.

luke33 · 10/23/2007, 07:48 AM

You can control it but the heat is going to be an issue. The das ex2 will be a good fit at 400ish bux.

10/23/2007, 05:38 AM	#1
dmbl_adams Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NW Houston Posts: 8	Skimmer for 210g Reef Ok, I am back into the hobby after taking a year off. With my old tank, 75g Reef, I could make decisions quickly because it seemed that most of the equip was fairly inexpensive so I wasnt too worried about making a mistake and buying something that didnt work as long as it didnt happen too often. Now that I have stepped up a notch, or 3 notches, I am a little more hesitant to jump out there and buy something that may not work. Here is what I have and what I have looked at. 210g Reef w/2 overflows. 30g sump Mag 24 Recirc pump I have looked at the following 3 skimmers. ETSS 600?? - $400 ASM G4 - $225 Deltec AP600 w/ozone - $500 If the price is not an issue, which one would you chose and why. I am looking for performance and low maintenance so consider this in your response. I would rather hear personal experiences rather than opinions but all input is welcome. I have learned that saving a dollor or two up front cost much more in the end so I am willing to pay the money up front if it is truely worth it.

10/23/2007, 06:27 AM	#2
sjm817 On Yer left! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 18,777	*To Reef Central* Before the skimmer question. I would not recommend the Mag24 as a return pump. Its far too big for that setup. I would also use a larger sump for a 210G. A 75G would work well. On the skimmer, I wouldn't use any of those, for different reasons. there are many, many choices available in skimmers. What is the max price for the skimmer? How tall can it be? How important is noise level? __________________ - Scott

10/23/2007, 07:26 AM	#3
dmbl_adams Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NW Houston Posts: 8	Thanks for the response. With the 3 options listed above, I am willing to spend $500. Less would be better as always but dont want to sacrifice any quality. Noise level is important. This is a 'in wall' setup in the living room. I dont mind the sound of water but dont want the buzzing of a loud pump/motor. It can be 30-32 tall max. This sump is probably a closer to 40 or 50g. I was guessing at 30. On the Mag 24, cant I control it using a valve.

10/23/2007, 07:48 AM	#4
luke33 Moved On Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 8,375	You can control it but the heat is going to be an issue. The das ex2 will be a good fit at 400ish bux.