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Unread 10/13/2011, 02:29 PM   #1
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SRO 3000 vs BM 180 Cone vs ...

I was gonna go with the SRO 2000 on a 100 gallon tank, but I think I have changed my mind about my tank size and bioload.

Now I need to know which skimmer is best for a 180 gallon with a heavy bioload. I have always been a fan of Bubble Magus, but I have always heard good things about SRO's .

So my question.... which is better for a 180 , 40 sump , with heavy bioload ? SRO 3000, BM 180 cone or one of SWC's skimmers ?


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I was gonna go with the SRO 2000 on a 100 gallon tank, but I think I have changed my mind about my tank size and bioload.

Now I need to know which skimmer is best for a 180 gallon with a heavy bioload. I have always been a fan of Bubble Magus, but I have always heard good things about SRO's .

So my question.... which is better for a 180 , 40 sump , with heavy bioload ? SRO 3000, BM 180 cone or one of SWC's skimmers ?
I use a SRO-5000 on my 225 and so far, I am VERY, VERY pleased. Also, I run the unit in my 40B sump. The 3000 would be a stellar choice as well but if you can toss the extra cash at it, the 5000 is insane!


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