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07/24/2014, 02:07 PM | #1 |
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Skimmer Suggestions
I am going to set my 100 gallon tank with 30 gallon sump up again. Any suggestions on a skimmer under $200?
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07/24/2014, 02:41 PM | #2 |
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http://www.coralvue.com/reef-octopus...rotein-skimmer if you can go to $230 you could get the nwb150.
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07/25/2014, 10:01 AM | #3 |
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Maybe take a look at the SCA skimmers.
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07/25/2014, 11:48 AM | #4 |
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Keep an eye on the for sale forum. Lots of great deals out there. I picked up a reef octopus nwb 150 shipped for 150 bucks. It's working great on my 75 gal system
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07/25/2014, 12:11 PM | #5 |
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eshopps psk75 or 100..
pulls crap out like crazy.. both under 170 or so new
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07/25/2014, 02:45 PM | #6 |
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07/25/2014, 03:45 PM | #8 |
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I definitely suggest raising the budget by $100 or so if possible. If your willing to do that there's a few decent skimmers to choose from.
I personally like aquamaxx. I've had 5 of them and every single one has performed very well. |
07/25/2014, 04:05 PM | #9 | |
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+1 The only way you're gonna find anything for that sized tank for 200 bucks is used Not the piece of equipment you want to skimp on IMO
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07/25/2014, 06:28 PM | #10 |
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If on a budget, I think Aquamaxx is a great way to go. I'm running one on my 120, and it's fantastic. I'm planning on upgrading to an external/recirculating at some point in the near future, partially just for ease of maintenance and opening up more sump space, but I do love my EM300!
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07/25/2014, 08:09 PM | #11 |
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Reef octopus xp1000 top of the line! Watch for a used one, you should be able to get it for around $200
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