best protein skimmer on market?

iannozzi · 02/18/2006, 10:36 PM

Hi:
I have an Aqua C remora protein skimmer, had it off for a couple of days and not that it is on again--I can't stand the noise and/or the micro bubbles--what is the best skimmer on the market for a 29 gal reef--I am tired of playing with this remora

mako199 · 02/18/2006, 11:30 PM

I heard its the Aqua C Remora and you have it.....cant help don't have one but you might need to fine tune it.

mako199 · 02/18/2006, 11:30 PM

I heard its the Aqua C Remora and you have it.....cant help don't have one but you might need to fine tune it.

mako199 · 02/18/2006, 11:31 PM

Damn I thought I would never do that....sorry.

moonpod · 02/18/2006, 11:36 PM

deltec hangon.

Bobby417919 · 02/18/2006, 11:39 PM

the bubbles will go way, I have the remora, also the CSS 125. The 125 is way better than the remora and cheaper. But the pump and bubble trap are huge. So if i were you i would stick with the Remora if you dont have a sump, but if you have a sump or plan on getting one i would get a CSS 125

As for the noise, once you get use to it, it is pretty quite.

Robert

thedigitalimager · 02/18/2006, 11:52 PM

Moonpod, is right. If you have a sump, I'd go with the Deltec MC500. If not, the MCE600 can be used as a hang on. Yes, they're expensive, but if you're serious about the hobby; you'll be much better off in the long run. Believe me, I've been down this road.

Alaskan Reefer · 02/19/2006, 12:38 AM

Paper towel (yes it gets wet) or sponge over the injector nozzle will quiet it some. A sponge in the return section will slow the bubbles for a while until the inside gets slimy enough. Not an instantly good skimmer, but good after it's broken in a couple weeks.

The noise never goes away, though, muffle it as best you can on top of the injector.

CeeGee · 02/19/2006, 12:41 AM

deltec.

I have been down this road too and I went the sump ASM G3 route.

dandydan · 02/19/2006, 02:20 AM

Deltec

Weigh up the total cost of your tank and inmates and the general views on here,

seems like Deltec to me

Alaskan Reefer · 02/19/2006, 04:08 AM

Oh, and I should answer the question -- Deltec.

toccata · 02/23/2006, 07:56 AM

Etss 800, easiest skimmer ever had to maintain, clean and keep working at an efficient level.

sebwin · 02/23/2006, 08:05 AM

Quote:

A sponge in the return section will slow the bubbles for a while until the inside gets slimy enough. Not an instantly good skimmer, but good after it's broken in a couple weeks.

Does that mean you would generally not clean the inside of the skimmer? Is the slime benefitial for bubble production? I was worried it might fall back into the water flow.

Andy O · 02/23/2006, 09:10 AM

I also agree with the Deltec being at the top, but I guess that the term "best skimmer" is also relative to the price range that you are looking to spend.

It might be more helpful to indicate the max amount that you are looking to spend, that way people can target in more specifically for you.

Anemonebuff · 02/23/2006, 09:20 AM

Remoras are a good skimmer. I do not know why people have been beating them up of late. We all know there are Cadillacs and Pontiacs. The Deltec is great, but not in everyones price range. I think that we have been too critical of the decent skimmers since these Needle Wheels and becketts have become so popular.

The Remora may be a little loud, but they do make sound dampeners for the end of the air intake.

The bubbles should go away after breakin is complete.

If you get a sump I would look for a better skimmer that operates in or next to your sump.

steve the plumb · 02/23/2006, 09:22 AM

I have the remora pro.Its a good skimmer but its not the best.I also am usnig a pacific coast wich is the same as the coralife.I find the pc works better but the skimmate is the same colour.I thought about getting the deltec 600 but I am not sure if I am going to get a better skim out of it that to me will say yes its worth the extra money.

pnsnowboard · 02/23/2006, 09:34 AM

go with an asm they are the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Burgman · 02/23/2006, 11:21 AM

Hi,

ASM skimmers seem to be the prefered one by lots of our club members. Decent prices too.

Dave

Anemonebuff · 02/23/2006, 11:25 AM

ASM does not have a HOB model. But I do agree that ASM is good.

MiddletonMark · 02/23/2006, 11:32 AM

I found my Remora quited down a lot after a few weeks - bubbles went away too. IMO, you might just want to give it a little time.

Do also realize - I don't think I've heard a truly silent skimmer, IMO.

john76 · 02/23/2006, 12:14 PM

this guy has a hangon

http://www.jdmtechnologies.net/kr.html

Anemonebuff · 02/23/2006, 12:21 PM

He's got some nice needlewheels and recircs. Not bad prices.

SEAFLOWERS · 02/23/2006, 12:32 PM

Id' rank the hang-ons as of right now, if that's what you are using

(1) Deltec
(2)Aqua-c
(3)anyone else

I also believe that Euro-Reef is coming out with a HOB skimmer, does anyone know more about that?

02/18/2006, 10:36 PM	#1
iannozzi Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 224	best protein skimmer on market? Hi: I have an Aqua C remora protein skimmer, had it off for a couple of days and not that it is on again--I can't stand the noise and/or the micro bubbles--what is the best skimmer on the market for a 29 gal reef--I am tired of playing with this remora

02/18/2006, 11:30 PM	#2
mako199 Tankless! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Cary, IL Posts: 806	I heard its the Aqua C Remora and you have it.....cant help don't have one but you might need to fine tune it. __________________ Mike _____________ Click the Homepage link for my (just another) 120g in wall thread. Current Tank Info: 40g Lizard tank

02/18/2006, 11:30 PM	#3
mako199 Tankless! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Cary, IL Posts: 806	I heard its the Aqua C Remora and you have it.....cant help don't have one but you might need to fine tune it. __________________ Mike _____________ Click the Homepage link for my (just another) 120g in wall thread. Current Tank Info: 40g Lizard tank

02/18/2006, 11:31 PM	#4
mako199 Tankless! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Cary, IL Posts: 806	Damn I thought I would never do that....sorry. __________________ Mike _____________ Click the Homepage link for my (just another) 120g in wall thread. Current Tank Info: 40g Lizard tank

02/18/2006, 11:36 PM	#5
moonpod Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: B.H., Los Angeles Posts: 13,053	deltec hangon. __________________ Excuses are just the nails for the house of failure. Current Tank Info: 32" Leemar starfire cube now empty and not quite so stinky

02/18/2006, 11:39 PM	#6
Bobby417919 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: 28025 Posts: 261	the bubbles will go way, I have the remora, also the CSS 125. The 125 is way better than the remora and cheaper. But the pump and bubble trap are huge. So if i were you i would stick with the Remora if you dont have a sump, but if you have a sump or plan on getting one i would get a CSS 125 As for the noise, once you get use to it, it is pretty quite. Robert __________________ Started December 1, 2005 29 Gallon Display 29 Gallon Sump 250SE MH Mag 7 Sump Return CSS 125 Current Tank Info: 29 Gallon Display/29 Gallon Sump

02/18/2006, 11:52 PM	#7
thedigitalimager Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Rockport, Texas Posts: 173	Moonpod, is right. If you have a sump, I'd go with the Deltec MC500. If not, the MCE600 can be used as a hang on. Yes, they're expensive, but if you're serious about the hobby; you'll be much better off in the long run. Believe me, I've been down this road.

02/19/2006, 12:38 AM	#8
Alaskan Reefer Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 2,360	Paper towel (yes it gets wet) or sponge over the injector nozzle will quiet it some. A sponge in the return section will slow the bubbles for a while until the inside gets slimy enough. Not an instantly good skimmer, but good after it's broken in a couple weeks. The noise never goes away, though, muffle it as best you can on top of the injector. __________________ Unattended children will be given double shot espresso and a free puppy. Current Tank Info: 125g FOWLR -- Conversion Back To SPS In Progress

02/19/2006, 12:41 AM	#9
CeeGee Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: TN Posts: 3,272	deltec. I have been down this road too and I went the sump ASM G3 route. __________________ My algae WAS special. Current Tank Info: 75 gallon display, 40 gallon breeder sump, RLSS R6i, ATI Powermodule, Apex, Ecotech MP40's

02/19/2006, 02:20 AM	#10
dandydan Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: UK Posts: 284	Deltec Weigh up the total cost of your tank and inmates and the general views on here, seems like Deltec to me __________________ Dan the Man Current Tank Info: 560Ltrs actual, DIY LED lighting, Deltec TC2060 due to NPS

02/19/2006, 04:08 AM	#11
Alaskan Reefer Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Eagle River, Alaska Posts: 2,360	Oh, and I should answer the question -- Deltec. __________________ Unattended children will be given double shot espresso and a free puppy. Current Tank Info: 125g FOWLR -- Conversion Back To SPS In Progress

02/23/2006, 07:56 AM	#12
toccata Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 234	Etss 800, easiest skimmer ever had to maintain, clean and keep working at an efficient level. __________________ Life is what happens to you While you’re busy making other plans -JL Current Tank Info: 350gal Starphire: fowlr, some corals

02/23/2006, 09:10 AM	#14
Andy O Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 201	I also agree with the Deltec being at the top, but I guess that the term "best skimmer" is also relative to the price range that you are looking to spend. It might be more helpful to indicate the max amount that you are looking to spend, that way people can target in more specifically for you.

02/23/2006, 09:20 AM	#15
Anemonebuff Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: LI,NY Posts: 3,877	Remoras are a good skimmer. I do not know why people have been beating them up of late. We all know there are Cadillacs and Pontiacs. The Deltec is great, but not in everyones price range. I think that we have been too critical of the decent skimmers since these Needle Wheels and becketts have become so popular. The Remora may be a little loud, but they do make sound dampeners for the end of the air intake. The bubbles should go away after breakin is complete. If you get a sump I would look for a better skimmer that operates in or next to your sump.

02/23/2006, 09:22 AM	#16
steve the plumb Moved On Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Montreal, Canada Posts: 3,664	I have the remora pro.Its a good skimmer but its not the best.I also am usnig a pacific coast wich is the same as the coralife.I find the pc works better but the skimmate is the same colour.I thought about getting the deltec 600 but I am not sure if I am going to get a better skim out of it that to me will say yes its worth the extra money.

02/23/2006, 09:34 AM	#17
pnsnowboard Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: aurora CO Posts: 867	go with an asm they are the best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

02/23/2006, 11:21 AM	#18
Burgman Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Stow, Ohio Posts: 1,152	Hi, ASM skimmers seem to be the prefered one by lots of our club members. Decent prices too. Dave

02/23/2006, 11:25 AM	#19
Anemonebuff Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: LI,NY Posts: 3,877	ASM does not have a HOB model. But I do agree that ASM is good.

02/23/2006, 11:32 AM	#20
MiddletonMark Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 14,441	I found my Remora quited down a lot after a few weeks - bubbles went away too. IMO, you might just want to give it a little time. Do also realize - I don't think I've heard a truly silent skimmer, IMO. __________________ read a lot, think for yourself Current Tank Info: 58g stony reef [250w10k, 250w 20k MH, 2x vho act, Octopus150, 6060 + 6000] ; 60g mixed tub

02/23/2006, 12:14 PM	#21
john76 Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: South Jersey Posts: 2,233	this guy has a hangon http://www.jdmtechnologies.net/kr.html

02/23/2006, 12:21 PM	#22
Anemonebuff Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: LI,NY Posts: 3,877	He's got some nice needlewheels and recircs. Not bad prices.

02/23/2006, 12:32 PM	#23
SEAFLOWERS Premium Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: yorktown,va. Posts: 366	Id' rank the hang-ons as of right now, if that's what you are using (1) Deltec (2)Aqua-c (3)anyone else I also believe that Euro-Reef is coming out with a HOB skimmer, does anyone know more about that? __________________ If humans can control the temperature on earth, then dammit I want it 70 degrees and sunny everywhere! Current Tank Info: 20 gal.sump,Euro-reef RS6-2+ Skimmer,2x175 SE 14000k Iwasaki bulbs+(2)T-5 39 watt bulbs.Mag 12 return pump, (3) Tunze nanostreams (6025)