For all the Octopus Skimmer experts

Soccerman · 08/22/2006, 12:10 PM

It looks as if I will be getting an Octopus skimmer, I am still trying to decide on the DNW-150(Recyl.) or the DN-150(non-Recyl).

It is for a 90gal tank any thoughts, I did hear the DNW-150 may be having problems. If you feel the DNW-150 is still a better choice what feed pump would you suggest.

Thanks

BLockamon · 08/22/2006, 01:02 PM

In general, I prefer the recirc. skimmers over the in-sump skimmer. I'd feed the skimmer with a small needlewheel pump to add more air (Gen-X 1000 or Octopus 1000).

If you would rather go with the DN-150, that's fine. It should do just fine on a 90.

Roland Jacques · 08/22/2006, 04:49 PM

if the money does not matter recirc all the way they work better.

08/22/2006, 12:10 PM	#1
Soccerman Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 30	For all the Octopus Skimmer experts It looks as if I will be getting an Octopus skimmer, I am still trying to decide on the DNW-150(Recyl.) or the DN-150(non-Recyl). It is for a 90gal tank any thoughts, I did hear the DNW-150 may be having problems. If you feel the DNW-150 is still a better choice what feed pump would you suggest. Thanks

08/22/2006, 04:49 PM	#3
Roland Jacques Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 2,848	if the money does not matter recirc all the way they work better. __________________ Roland

08/22/2006, 01:02 PM	#2
BLockamon Registered Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 1,104	In general, I prefer the recirc. skimmers over the in-sump skimmer. I'd feed the skimmer with a small needlewheel pump to add more air (Gen-X 1000 or Octopus 1000). If you would rather go with the DN-150, that's fine. It should do just fine on a 90.