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11/05/2010, 08:33 AM
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Reef Maniacs Beckette skimmer VS Reef Octo XP5000 series?
Hey guys, i have a 120g 4x2x2ft tank and it has been running for about 8 months now. So far i have never had any major problems with nutrient transport but ever since i added the NP biopellets, i have always been thinking of getting a new skimmer.
Currently, im using the 6-inch model of the reef maniacs beckette skimmer which you can find here: http://www.reefmaniacs.info/protein.htm - its supposed to be rated for 250g and i use a rio HF20 to power it(1200gph). i was thinking of upgrading it to the reef octo XP5000SSS or XP3000? http://www.aquacave.com/super-reef-o...lvue-2835.html or http://www.aquacave.com/super-reef-o...lvue-3099.html what do you guys think? |
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11/05/2010, 09:35 AM
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The skimmer you have is fine but has the wrong pump on it. You need a pressure rated pump to properly drive a Beckett Skimmer. The Rio is not a pressure pump and you are losing performance because of it.
Either of the skimmers you linked would be fine and have the added benefit of lower power consumption.
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11/05/2010, 02:04 PM
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go with the 3000. It is plenty for your tank.
I agree that your pump driving your beckett is the wrong pump. They are also horrible pumps. I would replace it without a second thought.
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11/05/2010, 05:11 PM
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oh alright! what do you suggest would be a good pump for the beckett?
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11/06/2010, 06:39 AM
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Go Spurs Go!!!
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Your first link provides the pump they recommend. :-)
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