Octopus 200 vs. SWC 180

dixiedog · 12/04/2010, 02:52 PM

Looking at a skimmer for a 90 gallon + 40b (probably) sump w/heavy bioload. I think I've narrowed it down to these two.

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...lvue-2200.html

http://www.saltwaterconnection.com/i...roducts_id=149

Any and all input welcome.

edsreef · 12/04/2010, 03:03 PM

Either would be fine. Do you have a fuge w/Chaeto? I have a nearly identical sized system and feel that my fuge w/chaeto helps out a lot! I think the load per gallon ratings with SWC and Octo are pretty accurate so I chose the SWC Cone 160. I think it could also work well for you especially if you have chaeto.

Takitaj · 12/04/2010, 05:13 PM

I can't speak of the SWC but if you're thinking of the Octo 200 you might want to consider the new sx200 for about the same money...

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...lvue-3147.html

It has the same footprint, better pump (new psk-1000 rather than the psk-2500), a gate valve on the output and a better neck design IMO. I just got one and I'm very happy with it.

Good luck in whatever you choose. Getting new stuff is great

dixiedog · 12/04/2010, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Takitaj

I can't speak of the SWC but if you're thinking of the Octo 200 you might want to consider the new sx200 for about the same money...

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...lvue-3147.html

It has the same footprint, better pump (new psk-1000 rather than the psk-2500), a gate valve on the output and a better neck design IMO. I just got one and I'm very happy with it.

Good luck in whatever you choose. Getting new stuff is great

Gotcha. I guess this boils down to a SWC vs. Octopus question, and which of which would be best for a 90, owned by someone who believes in over skimming.

Takitaj · 12/04/2010, 05:51 PM

Do you have any size restrictions? The SWC looks like it would fit into a much smaller space but it comes with the psk-2500 pump.

geaux xman · 12/04/2010, 06:09 PM

how about the SRO3000int? i just got one with a 15% off for 340. the pump is a waterblaster HY-3000.

reefsurfing · 12/04/2010, 07:40 PM

I was considering both of these but I decided for around the same price I can wait a month maybe two and grab the new ATI powercone!

The SRO octo would be my second choice

MammothReefer · 12/04/2010, 11:24 PM

I've pretty much got the same setup, and just went with a SRO Cone 2000 w/the bubble blaster pump. No review yet it shows up on monday. I'm replacing my older Octopus 200 which works great but I felt like trying something new.

(my setup is a heavy stocked 65 (3x2x18) with a 40 breeder for a sump.)

clayspst · 12/05/2010, 02:23 AM

the octo is amazing

jeffreylam1132 · 12/14/2010, 03:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by geaux xman

how about the SRO3000int? i just got one with a 15% off for 340. the pump is a waterblaster HY-3000.

Mind telling me where I can get that deal?

Jhockey · 12/14/2010, 09:35 AM

Probably a black Friday cyber Monday deal.

geaux xman · 12/14/2010, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffreylam1132

Mind telling me where I can get that deal?

yeah, i got it on Nov.30th on the black friday special from socalitropicaloutlet

Any online stores with a 10% off?

Jhockey · 12/14/2010, 02:51 PM

Wish I would known, I would have picked up a SRO5000EXT.

12/04/2010, 02:52 PM	#1
dixiedog Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Gainesville, Florida Posts: 1,626	Octopus 200 vs. SWC 180 Looking at a skimmer for a 90 gallon + 40b (probably) sump w/heavy bioload. I think I've narrowed it down to these two. http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...lvue-2200.html http://www.saltwaterconnection.com/i...roducts_id=149 Any and all input welcome.

12/04/2010, 05:13 PM	#3
Takitaj Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 66	I can't speak of the SWC but if you're thinking of the Octo 200 you might want to consider the new sx200 for about the same money... http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus...lvue-3147.html It has the same footprint, better pump (new psk-1000 rather than the psk-2500), a gate valve on the output and a better neck design IMO. I just got one and I'm very happy with it. Good luck in whatever you choose. Getting new stuff is great __________________ 90gal Megaflow - redo

12/04/2010, 05:51 PM	#5
Takitaj Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 66	Do you have any size restrictions? The SWC looks like it would fit into a much smaller space but it comes with the psk-2500 pump. __________________ 90gal Megaflow - redo

12/04/2010, 06:09 PM	#6
geaux xman Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 3,279	how about the SRO3000int? i just got one with a 15% off for 340. the pump is a waterblaster HY-3000. __________________ - Miracles 180g 60x30x23" rimless FOWLR - Youtube video: Miracles 180g March 2013

12/04/2010, 11:24 PM	#8
MammothReefer Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mammoth Lakes, CA Posts: 3,442	I've pretty much got the same setup, and just went with a SRO Cone 2000 w/the bubble blaster pump. No review yet it shows up on monday. I'm replacing my older Octopus 200 which works great but I felt like trying something new. (my setup is a heavy stocked 65 (3x2x18) with a 40 breeder for a sump.) __________________ Reefin @ 8298' Current Tank Info: 105 Peninsula

12/04/2010, 03:03 PM	#2
edsreef Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Ohio Posts: 912	Either would be fine. Do you have a fuge w/Chaeto? I have a nearly identical sized system and feel that my fuge w/chaeto helps out a lot! I think the load per gallon ratings with SWC and Octo are pretty accurate so I chose the SWC Cone 160. I think it could also work well for you especially if you have chaeto.

12/04/2010, 07:40 PM	#7
reefsurfing Registered Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 499	I was considering both of these but I decided for around the same price I can wait a month maybe two and grab the new ATI powercone! The SRO octo would be my second choice

12/05/2010, 02:23 AM	#9
clayspst Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Seven Hills, OH Posts: 2,741	the octo is amazing __________________ Support Search and Rescue........GET LOST!

12/14/2010, 09:35 AM	#11
Jhockey Moved On Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 163	Probably a black Friday cyber Monday deal.

12/14/2010, 02:51 PM	#13
Jhockey Moved On Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 163	Wish I would known, I would have picked up a SRO5000EXT.

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