MTC HSA-3000 vs LIFEREEF 72"

Alex240 · 05/30/2014, 08:19 AM

Hey guys so for a 600 gallon tank, which of these would you prefer? Anyone seen both in action?

Life reef 72" model

Mtc hsa 3000

Thanks!

ca1ore · 05/30/2014, 10:50 AM

I think either one would work. I've not used the HSA3000, but have used the HSA1000, and it is a very nice skimmer. I now use the MTC dual mazzei-based recirculating skimmer, and actually prefer it to the HSA. They make a six mazzei model, though I'm sure they would customize anywhere in between based on your needs, so that's where I'd go.

ken6217 · 05/31/2014, 02:31 PM

Call MTC. As the poster above said, look at their venturi recirculating skimmers. It isn't on their site yet. I have had their HSA-1000 and their dual venturi recirculating skimmer and I like the venturi better.

I have owned both MTC and Lifereef and the MTC quality is much better in terms of workmanship and materials.
Ken

azjohnny · 05/31/2014, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ken6217

Call MTC. As the poster above said, look at their venturi recirculating skimmers. It isn't on their site yet. I have had their HSA-1000 and their dual venturi recirculating skimmer and I like the venturi better.

I have owned both MTC and Lifereef and the MTC quality is much better in terms of workmanship and materials.
Ken

How much does the dual venturi skimmer cost?
Do you have any pics?

ken6217 · 05/31/2014, 04:56 PM

Take a look at the Lifereef thread. I posted a couple of pictures. Also look at Ca1ore's "Bucking the skimmer trend" thread. He has one.

The skimmer goes for $1000. It is a few bucks less than the Lifereef 72" and you get more skimmer performance and better quality.

In terms of materials and workmanship, it is like comparing Bubble King to Reef Octopus etc.

MTC is made in NJ and their customer service is excellent.
Ken

05/30/2014, 08:19 AM	#1
Alex240 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 141	MTC HSA-3000 vs LIFEREEF 72" Hey guys so for a 600 gallon tank, which of these would you prefer? Anyone seen both in action? Life reef 72" model Mtc hsa 3000 Thanks!

05/30/2014, 10:50 AM	#2
ca1ore Grizzled & Cynical Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Stamford, CT Posts: 17,319	I think either one would work. I've not used the HSA3000, but have used the HSA1000, and it is a very nice skimmer. I now use the MTC dual mazzei-based recirculating skimmer, and actually prefer it to the HSA. They make a six mazzei model, though I'm sure they would customize anywhere in between based on your needs, so that's where I'd go. __________________ Simon Got back into the hobby ..... planned to keep it simple ..... yeah, right ..... clearly I need a new plan! Pet peeve: anemones host clowns; clowns do not host anemones! Current Tank Info: 450 Reef; 120 refugium; 60 Frag Tank, 30 Introduction tank; multiple QTs

05/31/2014, 02:31 PM	#3
ken6217 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,179	Call MTC. As the poster above said, look at their venturi recirculating skimmers. It isn't on their site yet. I have had their HSA-1000 and their dual venturi recirculating skimmer and I like the venturi better. I have owned both MTC and Lifereef and the MTC quality is much better in terms of workmanship and materials. Ken

05/31/2014, 04:56 PM	#5
ken6217 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 2,179	Take a look at the Lifereef thread. I posted a couple of pictures. Also look at Ca1ore's "Bucking the skimmer trend" thread. He has one. The skimmer goes for $1000. It is a few bucks less than the Lifereef 72" and you get more skimmer performance and better quality. In terms of materials and workmanship, it is like comparing Bubble King to Reef Octopus etc. MTC is made in NJ and their customer service is excellent. Ken