Best skimmer for $400 for a 200 gallon tank

sgwill122 · 05/17/2010, 08:04 PM

I am running a sps dominated 180 using a Euroreef 8-3 and want to upgrade skimmers as I want to add more fish and feed heavier. I am wanting to spend around $400. I have a local reefer selling a four year old bubble master 250 for $400. I have heard that is a pretty good skimmer but am hoping to tap the opinions of those here who know a lot more about skimmers to determine if the BM would be the way to go or look for new. Thanks.

rbredding · 05/17/2010, 08:32 PM

look at the MRC skimmers... by far the best deal on a new skimmer (in many cases they out perform skimmers that cost twice as much)

www.myreefcreations.com

call and talk to Raj

sgwill122 · 05/17/2010, 09:26 PM

I checked out the MRC skimmers but only saw external models. I am wanting to run a in-sump skimmer and keep the wattage down if possible. Any other suggestions.

tkeracer619 · 05/17/2010, 09:52 PM

SRO-3000

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...mmer-2998.html

Johnny C · 05/17/2010, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkeracer619

SRO-3000

x10... here's a thread from a local that just picked one up. Check it out!

sgwill122 · 05/17/2010, 10:41 PM

Thanks for the recommendation, the SRO 3000 looks like it might be the ticket.

fastfive · 05/28/2010, 07:12 PM

Here is a video of my SRO-3000 running. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WA2sF5Qov4

rbredding · 05/28/2010, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sgwill122

I checked out the MRC skimmers but only saw external models. I am wanting to run a in-sump skimmer and keep the wattage down if possible. Any other suggestions.

their "external" models will work in a sump also..

if you're looking for an internal pump design, check out the ocean force line..

they run on as little as 18watts... !!!

mojo~ · 05/29/2010, 04:02 AM

in that price I would agree. the sro 3000 is about the only one under $400 that will get the job done and then some.

vincent201089 · 05/29/2010, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by fastfive

Here is a video of my SRO-3000 running. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WA2sF5Qov4

i really like your video, especially at the beginning when you turn on your skimmer

whipit · 05/29/2010, 04:35 AM

tagging along

davidtsx · 05/29/2010, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rbredding

look at the MRC skimmers... by far the best deal on a new skimmer (in many cases they out perform skimmers that cost twice as much)

www.myreefcreations.com

call and talk to Raj

+1 out of the six skimmers I have owned this is by far the one of the nicest brands.

rbredding · 05/29/2010, 08:32 AM

SGWill122.....

do your self a favor...

purchase the right skimmer FIRST.

if you have any doubts.. call Raj @ MRC (M-F 8-5) and talk to him about it. Their customer service is second to none and Raj is VERY knowledgeable, he's used or replaced most of the other brands out there for his current clients, I feel pretty certain that he'll recommend the best skimmer for you even if it isn't one of his..

05/17/2010, 08:04 PM	#1
sgwill122 Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 142	Best skimmer for $400 for a 200 gallon tank I am running a sps dominated 180 using a Euroreef 8-3 and want to upgrade skimmers as I want to add more fish and feed heavier. I am wanting to spend around $400. I have a local reefer selling a four year old bubble master 250 for $400. I have heard that is a pretty good skimmer but am hoping to tap the opinions of those here who know a lot more about skimmers to determine if the BM would be the way to go or look for new. Thanks.

05/17/2010, 08:32 PM	#2
rbredding I HEART BUILD THREADS!!! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Alpharetta, Ga Posts: 337	look at the MRC skimmers... by far the best deal on a new skimmer (in many cases they out perform skimmers that cost twice as much) www.myreefcreations.com call and talk to Raj __________________ There are no stupid questions... especially when I ask them.. Current Tank Info: 90gal Reef & 30L Dwarf Fish Only

05/17/2010, 09:52 PM	#4
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	SRO-3000 http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...mmer-2998.html __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

05/29/2010, 04:02 AM	#9
mojo~ Skimmer Guy Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: IN Posts: 5,647	in that price I would agree. the sro 3000 is about the only one under $400 that will get the job done and then some. __________________ Mojo~

05/29/2010, 08:32 AM	#13
rbredding I HEART BUILD THREADS!!! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Alpharetta, Ga Posts: 337	SGWill122..... do your self a favor... purchase the right skimmer FIRST. if you have any doubts.. call Raj @ MRC (M-F 8-5) and talk to him about it. Their customer service is second to none and Raj is VERY knowledgeable, he's used or replaced most of the other brands out there for his current clients, I feel pretty certain that he'll recommend the best skimmer for you even if it isn't one of his.. __________________ There are no stupid questions... especially when I ask them.. Current Tank Info: 90gal Reef & 30L Dwarf Fish Only

05/17/2010, 09:26 PM	#3
sgwill122 Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 142	I checked out the MRC skimmers but only saw external models. I am wanting to run a in-sump skimmer and keep the wattage down if possible. Any other suggestions.

05/17/2010, 10:41 PM	#6
sgwill122 Premium Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 142	Thanks for the recommendation, the SRO 3000 looks like it might be the ticket.

05/28/2010, 07:12 PM	#7
fastfive Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 58	Here is a video of my SRO-3000 running. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WA2sF5Qov4

05/29/2010, 04:35 AM	#11
whipit Moved On Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 313	tagging along

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