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01/29/2017, 06:01 PM
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what brand for good quality protein skimmer
I have AquaC protein skimmer that doesn't skim much lately. So far I couldn't find the cause. I am considering buying the largest high quality skimmer that would fit inside my stand.
PLease give me recommendations for manufacturers, and any other pointers for making a smart selection. thank you Yehuda
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Thank You! Current Tank Info: 120g |
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01/29/2017, 07:02 PM
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Proud user of IO Salt!
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Bubble king and ATB come to mind for highest quality build and highest quality material
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Mike <*)))>{ <*)))>{ <*)))>{ <*)))>{ ReefKeeping.com TOTM Nov 2012 Socalireefs Featured Reef Oct 2011 Current Tank Info: 60*30*20, 8x54 ATI Powermodule, ReefBrite XHO, ATB Elegance 200, Aquamaxx CTech CaRx, Ecotech Vortechs, Apex Controls, WM Ecobak powered. RedSea Reefer 170, MP10, Apex Jr, Ecotech Radion XR15, Aquamaxx WS-1 |
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01/29/2017, 07:14 PM
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Bubble king and vertex alpha IMO.
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01/29/2017, 08:22 PM
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Bk or ATB for performance
Reef octopus for cheap but good bang Personally I'd try to find a used BK or ATB |
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01/29/2017, 08:28 PM
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A lot of people like LifeReef skimmers. I haven't had mine very long, but I'm definitely impressed so far.
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225 mixed reef (72"x30"x24") started 2/4/17 http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2559165 Current Tank Info: Slowly stocking.... |
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01/29/2017, 08:41 PM
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Everybody will have their own opinion here. You are probably better off listing some you are considering, then getting feedback that way.
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Pat Current Tank Info: 125 in-wall , 40b sump. 6 bulb T5. ASM G2 skimmer. LPS and leathers |
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01/29/2017, 09:36 PM
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I would add AquaMaxx to the list, well built, quality parts at a fairly reasonable cost.
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01/29/2017, 09:39 PM
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What do we have to compare to here? What size tank? Bio load? why is it performing poorly? |
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01/29/2017, 09:40 PM
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+1 for LifeReef, if you are looking for consistent skimming, low maintenance and easy to dial in.
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01/29/2017, 10:41 PM
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lifereef. sometimes old proven tech just works. I bought a used lifereef over 15 years ago and never used it until recently. I fell into the hype of needle wheel and cone technology. I replaced my fancy shmanzy skimmer with the one that sat on my shelf forever and could not be more impressed.
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01/29/2017, 11:18 PM
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Life reef seems to have a following. That's to be sure. What if, the aqua-c in question is a down draft skimmer? What if the pump is undersized or things are just in need of cleaning or tweaking? |
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01/30/2017, 08:22 AM
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Lifereef you will not be disappointed
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Adam Current Tank Info: 125gal |
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02/01/2017, 01:11 PM
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02/01/2017, 01:28 PM
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Lifereef skimmers are awesome. You can use any pump you want, they are easy to maintain, and they work really well. Set and forget. Plus you can upgrade the skimmer down the road by just ordering an extension and bigger pump. You don't have to buy a whole new skimmer..
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"A flute with no holes is not a flute ...and a doughnut with no hole...is a Danish." - Ty Webb (Caddyshack, 1980) Current Tank Info: 125gallon, 3 T247 led's and 2 80w T5's. 2 MP 40's,2 MP 10's. and a 40 breeder, ATI 4 bulb 39w light with 2 blue led strips. 1 MP 10. All plumbed to 40 gallon homemade acrylic sump. with APEX controller. |
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02/01/2017, 02:23 PM
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Very happy with my Lifereef.
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120g tank with 40g breeder sump. SVS-30 LifeReef Skimmer. EcoTech Radion Pros. |
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02/01/2017, 02:43 PM
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Add another lifereef fan. Have had 4 total over the years. Tried a BK and then went back.
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02/01/2017, 02:52 PM
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+1 for LifeReef
Jeff at LR will be custom building my skimmer for my 600G starting very soon, LR equipment is top notch.
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02/01/2017, 04:39 PM
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I really like my Vertex Omega
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02/02/2017, 02:52 PM
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I'm a big Simplicity fan!
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02/02/2017, 03:24 PM
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I will give a vote for MTC. The MTC and Life Reef are in the opinion of everyone who has owned one of them are the best bet in the market. Hers a link to the MTC lovers thread.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2519839 I have had both the Life Reef and now an MT MVX and put it a nudge above lifeReef, for construction.
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Gary 180 gallon, 40 gallon sump, 3 250 W MH + 4 80W ATI T5's, MTC MVX 36 Skimmer, Apex controller Aquamaxx T-3 CaRx Current Tank Info: A 2 Barred Rabbitfish, Red Head Salon, Yellow/Purple, McMaster Fairy, Possum, 2 Leopard Wrasses, Kole, & Atlantic Blue Tangs, 2 Percula Clown, 3 PJ and 1 Banggai Cardinalfish , Swallowtail, Bellus and Coral Beauty Angels |
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