buying new skimmer... options?

Joe0813 · 02/27/2013, 08:53 PM

While im getting my equipment list to upgrade to a 180 gallon reef tank. i wanted to get some input on different types of skimmers that you all use... right now i was looking at the super reef octopus 3000sss because i have the 1000sss and its pulling out lots of gross stuff.

So what others are there that have over a 220 gallon rating?
What is the price of them?
Personal option and your skimmer? good, crap, alright....

thnks guys and gals

HaroldT · 02/27/2013, 09:03 PM

I really like my Aqua Euro 250 Skimmer. Built like a tank and pulls out a bunch of gunk from my aquarium. Has worked well for me for 5 years now.

http://www.customaquatic.com/estore/...uct=PS-EAPS250

DOJO21 · 02/27/2013, 10:53 PM

So what others are there that have over a 220 gallon rating?
What is the price of them?
Personal option and your skimmer? good, crap, alright....

thnks guys and gals

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Two models that I have been looking at are the Diablo xs 350 and the em300 the reviews are good on both. using an ASM g1 which has been good but looking to upgrade.

Joe0813 · 02/28/2013, 07:37 AM

thanks so far guys im going to check those out today

Fig · 02/28/2013, 08:27 AM

Tunze 9415 gets my vote.

desjardinii · 02/28/2013, 10:01 AM

After deciding to join the 21st century recently I upgraded my old Aquac 180 with a H&H internal rated at 2-400 gal and boy what a difference. I was looking at the sro3000sss to as I've got very little sump space but came across the H&H with a waveline 5000 dc pump for a lot less $. It's been running for less than a week and my 150 gal tank looks like it's had ozone through it.
I'm wrapped with it.

wildman926 · 02/28/2013, 10:04 AM

Super Reef Octopus 3000sss or the AquaMaxx EM300.

The AquaMaxx is a good value for the money. Those new models use the Sicce Syncra pumps with needle wheel impellers. Those pumps are used on the new Vertex Omega line, JNS skimmers, etc. They may not draw as much air as the BubbleBlaster pumps, but more air is not always better.

Joe0813 · 02/28/2013, 10:29 AM

I'm heading to my lfs today and see all the options

raynist · 03/31/2013, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by desjardinii

After deciding to join the 21st century recently I upgraded my old Aquac 180 with a H&H internal rated at 2-400 gal and boy what a difference. I was looking at the sro3000sss to as I've got very little sump space but came across the H&H with a waveline 5000 dc pump for a lot less $. It's been running for less than a week and my 150 gal tank looks like it's had ozone through it.
I'm wrapped with it.

Where did you get this?

02/27/2013, 08:53 PM	#1
Joe0813 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Boston strong Posts: 2,766	buying new skimmer... options? While im getting my equipment list to upgrade to a 180 gallon reef tank. i wanted to get some input on different types of skimmers that you all use... right now i was looking at the super reef octopus 3000sss because i have the 1000sss and its pulling out lots of gross stuff. So what others are there that have over a 220 gallon rating? What is the price of them? Personal option and your skimmer? good, crap, alright.... thnks guys and gals __________________ Joe and Jenny Current Tank Info: 180 reef

02/28/2013, 07:37 AM	#4
Joe0813 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Boston strong Posts: 2,766	thanks so far guys im going to check those out today __________________ Joe and Jenny Current Tank Info: 180 reef

02/28/2013, 10:04 AM	#7
wildman926 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: CTX Posts: 2,904	Super Reef Octopus 3000sss or the AquaMaxx EM300. The AquaMaxx is a good value for the money. Those new models use the Sicce Syncra pumps with needle wheel impellers. Those pumps are used on the new Vertex Omega line, JNS skimmers, etc. They may not draw as much air as the BubbleBlaster pumps, but more air is not always better. __________________ Beware of recommendations by those who don't actually use their recommendation!! The search function actually works quite well!! Tanks:Planet Aquarium 150g LPS, Planet Aquarium 90g Softie

02/28/2013, 10:29 AM	#8
Joe0813 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Boston strong Posts: 2,766	I'm heading to my lfs today and see all the options __________________ Joe and Jenny Current Tank Info: 180 reef

02/27/2013, 09:03 PM	#2
HaroldT Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Fresno, California Posts: 582	I really like my Aqua Euro 250 Skimmer. Built like a tank and pulls out a bunch of gunk from my aquarium. Has worked well for me for 5 years now. http://www.customaquatic.com/estore/...uct=PS-EAPS250

02/27/2013, 10:53 PM	#3
DOJO21 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 39	So what others are there that have over a 220 gallon rating? What is the price of them? Personal option and your skimmer? good, crap, alright.... thnks guys and gals [/QUOTE] Two models that I have been looking at are the Diablo xs 350 and the em300 the reviews are good on both. using an ASM g1 which has been good but looking to upgrade.

02/28/2013, 08:27 AM	#5
Fig Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Iowa Posts: 817	Tunze 9415 gets my vote.

02/28/2013, 10:01 AM	#6
desjardinii Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 209	After deciding to join the 21st century recently I upgraded my old Aquac 180 with a H&H internal rated at 2-400 gal and boy what a difference. I was looking at the sro3000sss to as I've got very little sump space but came across the H&H with a waveline 5000 dc pump for a lot less $. It's been running for less than a week and my 150 gal tank looks like it's had ozone through it. I'm wrapped with it.