Protein skimmer

MarshaW · 10/20/2009, 06:10 PM

I'm working on purchasing the necessary items for my new 50 gallon tank. Can someone please tell me if this is a good protein skimmer, and if it's a good price? Thanks

http://cgi.ebay.com/Protein-Skimmer-...item2c5118b18f

arrowheadpuffer · 10/20/2009, 06:30 PM

MarshaW · 10/20/2009, 06:37 PM

Ok, a thumbs down on that one. How about this one? Any suggestions? Thanks

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-PROTEIN-SKIM...DLVI%26ps%3D54

d_icemand · 10/20/2009, 07:07 PM

I would do some more research. Ask fellow reefers. I wouldn't skimp on a skimmer!

SaltFreek · 10/20/2009, 07:45 PM

For that size tank, a lot of people like the CPR Bak Pak or the AquaC Remora / Remora Pro. These pop up in the used equipment forums usually for 1/2 the price of a new one, or less. I bought my first Remora Pro years ago for $50. If you are using a sump, there are a ton of models to choose from. Again, go used and save some money.

TBHockey · 10/20/2009, 08:18 PM

Just found this in the used drygoods forum...not sure how good they are but there are 3 you can choose from http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1724897

MarshaW · 10/20/2009, 08:42 PM

Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Hopefully, with the guidance from everyone on RC, I will have a beautiful tank someday, too. This site is wonderful!

d_icemand · 10/20/2009, 09:03 PM

are you going to have a sump? If so, I use a Euro-reef RS80 and its awesome! Such a workhorse.

MarshaW · 10/20/2009, 09:28 PM

Is a sump needed?

SaltFreek · 10/20/2009, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarshaW

Is a sump needed?

A sump has many benefits - it adds water volume and allows you to run a much larger, powerful skimmer for larger systems among other things. There are lots of hang-on skimmers that will do just fine for your size tank if you're not willing to go with a sump this time around.

PRDubois · 10/21/2009, 12:16 AM

If you do not have a sump look at the Octopus HOB skimmers. I have the Octo 800 and I am happy with it.

Octopus also makes good skimmers for the sump.

Naffster · 10/21/2009, 08:33 AM

Not so good skimmer is worth a couple extra bucks for a good one

Ranchhand02 · 10/21/2009, 08:37 AM

I would go with a sump. You can put all of the equipment in the sump and you do not have it in your display tank.

d_icemand · 10/21/2009, 08:38 AM

a sump is not needed but gives you more options.

AC2020x · 10/21/2009, 08:52 AM

agreed that octopus makes good skimmers! I have a in-sump model that i'm very happy with- i'm sure there hang-on models work well to. On my 29g I have a BakPakII. It's pretty good but not as good as my octopus!

spw4949 · 10/21/2009, 10:52 AM

I have an octopus HOB on my 46 reef that I got on fleabay for $100 shipped. I can honestly say it's the best $100 I've spent on my tank(equipment wise).....I would highly recommend an octopus.....

galaxyfe · 10/21/2009, 10:58 AM

What's a determing factor, or any rules to live by to decide if you even need a skimmer for a FOWLR tank??

MarshaW · 10/21/2009, 12:14 PM

Wow, lots of good advise. I think I'll check fleabay out. Thanks!!

lordofthereef · 10/21/2009, 12:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by galaxyfe

What's a determing factor, or any rules to live by to decide if you even need a skimmer for a FOWLR tank??

I would say water change and feeding schedule is the determining factor. Really the dirtier your water is, the more ammonia, trates, and trites end up getting produced.

TLParker · 10/21/2009, 12:57 PM

I agree dont skimp on the skimmer. I am one that did skimp on the skimmer and have regretted since.

C-Russ · 10/21/2009, 03:20 PM

Any recomendations for an IN SUMP skimmer?

spw4949 · 10/21/2009, 03:27 PM

Octopus makes an in sump model as well......

addictedtofish · 10/21/2009, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d_icemand

a sump is not needed but gives you more options.

x2 do a sump..... and do it right the first time. I guarantee you'll end up with one anyways.

DC_40gallon · 10/21/2009, 08:54 PM

Eshopps skimmer!

$129-139 and they are an amazing workhorse.

Simple, amazing craftsmanship

you won't be displeased, no one ever is!

10/20/2009, 06:10 PM	#1
MarshaW Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Paseo Art District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 518	Protein skimmer I'm working on purchasing the necessary items for my new 50 gallon tank. Can someone please tell me if this is a good protein skimmer, and if it's a good price? Thanks http://cgi.ebay.com/Protein-Skimmer-...item2c5118b18f __________________ Marsha An expert is a man who tells you a simple thing in a confused way in such a fashion as to make you think the confusion is your own fault. William Castle Current Tank Info: 12 gallon Nano Cube and a 50 gallon bowfront

10/20/2009, 06:37 PM	#3
MarshaW Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Paseo Art District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 518	Ok, a thumbs down on that one. How about this one? Any suggestions? Thanks http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-PROTEIN-SKIM...DLVI%26ps%3D54 __________________ Marsha An expert is a man who tells you a simple thing in a confused way in such a fashion as to make you think the confusion is your own fault. William Castle Current Tank Info: 12 gallon Nano Cube and a 50 gallon bowfront

10/20/2009, 07:07 PM	#4
d_icemand Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Godfrey, IL Posts: 848	I would do some more research. Ask fellow reefers. I wouldn't skimp on a skimmer! __________________ The 1961 california ferrari 250 GT, Less than a 100 were made. My father spent years restoring.......... Current Tank Info: Oceanic Tech 120RR. ATB Flow Star 1500 return pump. ATB 840 cone skimmer. Sunblaze t5 hood.

10/20/2009, 08:18 PM	#6
TBHockey Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New Port Richey, FL Posts: 218	Just found this in the used drygoods forum...not sure how good they are but there are 3 you can choose from http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=1724897 __________________ Stephen Current Tank Info: 210 Reef Tank w 40Gallon Sump

10/20/2009, 08:42 PM	#7
MarshaW Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Paseo Art District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 518	Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Hopefully, with the guidance from everyone on RC, I will have a beautiful tank someday, too. This site is wonderful! __________________ Marsha An expert is a man who tells you a simple thing in a confused way in such a fashion as to make you think the confusion is your own fault. William Castle Current Tank Info: 12 gallon Nano Cube and a 50 gallon bowfront

10/20/2009, 06:30 PM	#2
arrowheadpuffer Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CA Posts: 396

10/20/2009, 07:45 PM	#5
SaltFreek Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 200	For that size tank, a lot of people like the CPR Bak Pak or the AquaC Remora / Remora Pro. These pop up in the used equipment forums usually for 1/2 the price of a new one, or less. I bought my first Remora Pro years ago for $50. If you are using a sump, there are a ton of models to choose from. Again, go used and save some money.

10/20/2009, 09:03 PM	#8
d_icemand Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Godfrey, IL Posts: 848	are you going to have a sump? If so, I use a Euro-reef RS80 and its awesome! Such a workhorse. __________________ The 1961 california ferrari 250 GT, Less than a 100 were made. My father spent years restoring.......... Current Tank Info: Oceanic Tech 120RR. ATB Flow Star 1500 return pump. ATB 840 cone skimmer. Sunblaze t5 hood.

10/20/2009, 09:28 PM	#9
MarshaW Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Paseo Art District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 518	Is a sump needed? __________________ Marsha An expert is a man who tells you a simple thing in a confused way in such a fashion as to make you think the confusion is your own fault. William Castle Current Tank Info: 12 gallon Nano Cube and a 50 gallon bowfront

10/21/2009, 12:16 AM	#11
PRDubois Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chester, VA Posts: 3,626	If you do not have a sump look at the Octopus HOB skimmers. I have the Octo 800 and I am happy with it. Octopus also makes good skimmers for the sump. __________________ http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2534403 Current Tank Info: 225 gal Reef, 60 gal reef & 40b frag tank

10/21/2009, 08:33 AM	#12
Naffster Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 18	Not so good skimmer is worth a couple extra bucks for a good one

10/21/2009, 08:37 AM	#13
Ranchhand02 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 532	I would go with a sump. You can put all of the equipment in the sump and you do not have it in your display tank.

10/21/2009, 08:38 AM	#14
d_icemand Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Godfrey, IL Posts: 848	a sump is not needed but gives you more options. __________________ The 1961 california ferrari 250 GT, Less than a 100 were made. My father spent years restoring.......... Current Tank Info: Oceanic Tech 120RR. ATB Flow Star 1500 return pump. ATB 840 cone skimmer. Sunblaze t5 hood.

10/21/2009, 08:52 AM	#15
AC2020x Marine Conservationist Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: State College, PA Posts: 501	agreed that octopus makes good skimmers! I have a in-sump model that i'm very happy with- i'm sure there hang-on models work well to. On my 29g I have a BakPakII. It's pretty good but not as good as my octopus!

10/21/2009, 10:52 AM	#16
spw4949 Registered Member. Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Albany, N.Y. Posts: 1,594	I have an octopus HOB on my 46 reef that I got on fleabay for $100 shipped. I can honestly say it's the best $100 I've spent on my tank(equipment wise).....I would highly recommend an octopus..... __________________ Steve Current Tank Info: 46 gal bowfront, mixed reef, 2x250W current outer orbit w/4x39W T5 ,10 gal fuge....38 gallon aggressive FOWLR, 10 gallon sump.

10/21/2009, 10:58 AM	#17
galaxyfe Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 57	What's a determing factor, or any rules to live by to decide if you even need a skimmer for a FOWLR tank??

10/21/2009, 12:14 PM	#18
MarshaW Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Paseo Art District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Posts: 518	Wow, lots of good advise. I think I'll check fleabay out. Thanks!! __________________ Marsha An expert is a man who tells you a simple thing in a confused way in such a fashion as to make you think the confusion is your own fault. William Castle Current Tank Info: 12 gallon Nano Cube and a 50 gallon bowfront

10/21/2009, 12:57 PM	#20
TLParker Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: JC, MO. Posts: 55	I agree dont skimp on the skimmer. I am one that did skimp on the skimmer and have regretted since. __________________ TL Parker Handle every stressful situation like a dog. If you can't eat it or play with it, Just pee on it and walk away. Current Tank Info: 38G Mixed Reef soon to be a 40G Breeder with a 20 breeder sump

10/21/2009, 03:20 PM	#21
C-Russ Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Naperville, IL Posts: 189	Any recomendations for an IN SUMP skimmer?

10/21/2009, 03:27 PM	#22
spw4949 Registered Member. Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Albany, N.Y. Posts: 1,594	Octopus makes an in sump model as well...... __________________ Steve Current Tank Info: 46 gal bowfront, mixed reef, 2x250W current outer orbit w/4x39W T5 ,10 gal fuge....38 gallon aggressive FOWLR, 10 gallon sump.

10/21/2009, 08:54 PM	#24
DC_40gallon Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 1,474	Eshopps skimmer! $129-139 and they are an amazing workhorse. Simple, amazing craftsmanship you won't be displeased, no one ever is!