down to 2 skimmers for 90 gal, help me decide

RL321 · 04/24/2015, 02:32 PM

I am down to these two, but need some help deciding. Any input would help please!

http://alphaaquaculture.com/store/in...n-skimmer.html

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/super-...n-skimmer.html

moondoggy4 · 04/24/2015, 03:51 PM

I think skimmer #1 is too big, I think you will be happier with a 6'' body on a 90 gallon tank, so maybe skimmer #1 but the 160 model if they make that one.

Ches · 04/24/2015, 04:19 PM

I agree that the diablo is too big and it probably will sit in idle most of the time. I had a diablo XS225 on my 100g and it was loud and didnt do much for me no matter how I adjusted it even with help from Coralvue. They told me it was too agressive for my tank but I was thinking get big for when I upgrade to a bigger tank, Ill be able to use my same equipment. I sold it and got an Omega 150 and I'm glad I did because its been pulling junk out like crazy and I can barely here it running other than a humming sound. Now I here my MP40 more than anything.The diablo sounded like a vacumm compared to the Omega 150. Not trying to promote vetex but I was so happy that I put an 130 onmy 58g and both are doing amazing. just my opinion.

Whistl3r · 04/24/2015, 04:31 PM

If you like the RO brand you should check out the elite 150, would be good for a tank that size, I ran one on my 90 and loved it.

RL321 · 04/24/2015, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moondoggy4

I think skimmer #1 is too big, I think you will be happier with a 6'' body on a 90 gallon tank, so maybe skimmer #1 but the 160 model if they make that one.

this one? I was under the impression I needed to go double the tank size with skimmers?

http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/reef-o...n-skimmer.html

RL321 · 04/24/2015, 04:38 PM

RO brand?

RL321 · 04/24/2015, 04:38 PM

RO=reef octopus lol

richieii · 04/24/2015, 04:43 PM

Im picking up a sro2000 from my lfs next week. I think the other one might be a little too big. Im setting up a 120g.

moondoggy4 · 04/24/2015, 06:33 PM

Look into the Aqua Maxx EM200

I do not believe into the adage of doubling or matching the manufactures rating to the size of the tank but rather what other people are using and are successful with, I have a 120 gallon tank and had a two 8'' skimmers on it on different times and I believe that both were too big for my system I now have a the Vertex Omega 150 on it. Almost all like that skimmer some people have complained about it but I like mine no problems.

moondoggy4 · 04/24/2015, 06:35 PM

http://www.marinedepot.com/AquaMaxx_...PSISNW-vi.html the EM200 model or the Cone 2 would be my choice.

RL321 · 05/06/2015, 03:22 PM

I went with the AquaMaxx EcoMaxx EM200 In-Sump Protein Skimmer!!! I am wore out from reading many many many reviews and researching different skimmers!!! I believe I made a good decision. Thank you for all the responses!!

Buzz1329 · 05/06/2015, 04:55 PM

I'd recommend checking with Jeremy of CoralVue (on the vendor's forum). IMO, he is the SRO guru and will not steer you wrong. (Also ask about the real sump depth for the skimmer you're interested in as the advertised sump depth on SRO skimmers is usually way too high).

Good luck,

Mike

Jade5051 · 05/06/2015, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RL321

I went with the AquaMaxx EcoMaxx EM200 In-Sump Protein Skimmer!!! I am wore out from reading many many many reviews and researching different skimmers!!! I believe I made a good decision. Thank you for all the responses!!

Strong skimmer. You should be very happy with it's performance. You can stock that 90 to the nines with that bad boy under the hood.

04/24/2015, 04:31 PM	#4
Whistl3r Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Dallas, Ga. Posts: 80	If you like the RO brand you should check out the elite 150, would be good for a tank that size, I ran one on my 90 and loved it. __________________ "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem." ~ Ronald Reagan, President of the United States; 1985 Current Tank Info: 210g mixed reef, Blue Tang, Yellow Eye Kole Tang, Rose BTAs, Carberryi Anthias, Dispar Anthias, Black Snowflake Clown pair, Royal Gramma, Yellow Watchman Goby, Cleaner shrimp pair, hermits, snails

04/24/2015, 02:32 PM	#1
RL321 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: east central florida Posts: 352	down to 2 skimmers for 90 gal, help me decide I am down to these two, but need some help deciding. Any input would help please! http://alphaaquaculture.com/store/in...n-skimmer.html http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/super-...n-skimmer.html

04/24/2015, 03:51 PM	#2
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	I think skimmer #1 is too big, I think you will be happier with a 6'' body on a 90 gallon tank, so maybe skimmer #1 but the 160 model if they make that one.

04/24/2015, 04:19 PM	#3
Ches Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 100	I agree that the diablo is too big and it probably will sit in idle most of the time. I had a diablo XS225 on my 100g and it was loud and didnt do much for me no matter how I adjusted it even with help from Coralvue. They told me it was too agressive for my tank but I was thinking get big for when I upgrade to a bigger tank, Ill be able to use my same equipment. I sold it and got an Omega 150 and I'm glad I did because its been pulling junk out like crazy and I can barely here it running other than a humming sound. Now I here my MP40 more than anything.The diablo sounded like a vacumm compared to the Omega 150. Not trying to promote vetex but I was so happy that I put an 130 onmy 58g and both are doing amazing. just my opinion.

04/24/2015, 04:38 PM	#6
RL321 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: east central florida Posts: 352	RO brand?

04/24/2015, 04:43 PM	#8
richieii Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Posts: 54	Im picking up a sro2000 from my lfs next week. I think the other one might be a little too big. Im setting up a 120g.

04/24/2015, 06:33 PM	#9
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	Look into the Aqua Maxx EM200 I do not believe into the adage of doubling or matching the manufactures rating to the size of the tank but rather what other people are using and are successful with, I have a 120 gallon tank and had a two 8'' skimmers on it on different times and I believe that both were too big for my system I now have a the Vertex Omega 150 on it. Almost all like that skimmer some people have complained about it but I like mine no problems.

04/24/2015, 06:35 PM	#10
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	http://www.marinedepot.com/AquaMaxx_...PSISNW-vi.html the EM200 model or the Cone 2 would be my choice.

05/06/2015, 03:22 PM	#11
RL321 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: east central florida Posts: 352	I went with the AquaMaxx EcoMaxx EM200 In-Sump Protein Skimmer!!! I am wore out from reading many many many reviews and researching different skimmers!!! I believe I made a good decision. Thank you for all the responses!!

05/06/2015, 04:55 PM	#12
Buzz1329 Premium Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Staten Island Posts: 2,414	I'd recommend checking with Jeremy of CoralVue (on the vendor's forum). IMO, he is the SRO guru and will not steer you wrong. (Also ask about the real sump depth for the skimmer you're interested in as the advertised sump depth on SRO skimmers is usually way too high). Good luck, Mike