recomend skimmer...50 breeder w/40 breeder sump/fuge

lotsoftats · 04/10/2009, 10:00 AM

What would be a good skimmer for a 50 breeder with a 40 breeder sump/fuge?

was looking at the bubble magus bm 100 or the 105. Alot of people seem to be very pleased with them

lotsoftats · 04/10/2009, 02:29 PM

?????????

kretzkiller · 04/10/2009, 03:38 PM

depends on what you want to spend?

kretzkiller · 04/10/2009, 03:39 PM

and what you want to stock in it..

lotsoftats · 04/10/2009, 04:44 PM

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Originally posted by kretzkiller
and what you want to stock in it..

not figured out a fish list....but it will be all high end mixed reef.

nikon187 · 04/10/2009, 06:33 PM

how big is the skimmer section in the 40? I'm assuming you want to run insump, maybe a MSX 160 extrreme?

lotsoftats · 04/10/2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally posted by nikon187
how big is the skimmer section in the 40? I'm assuming you want to run insump, maybe a MSX 160 extrreme?

I have not made it yet so it is free space right now.

celano · 04/10/2009, 07:41 PM

The MSX160, BM150, or an I-Tech100 would be a good place to start looking for a good deal on a skimmer for a high end mixed reef tank of your size.

tkeracer619 · 04/10/2009, 08:11 PM

MSX 160 would be a great fit. I run one on a 55. Awesome skimmer.

mojo~ · 04/10/2009, 08:32 PM

vertex in 100 would b a great fit for what you will have.

celano · 04/10/2009, 08:54 PM

Considering the pump problems the Vertex skimmers are having in the long term....no thanks. Just remember Mojo some of us have to rely on our skimmers longer than just two weeks at a time....

NeveSSL · 04/10/2009, 09:15 PM

Check out the Octopus Extreme 160, Mike.

Brandon

DCartagena · 04/10/2009, 11:40 PM

Hmmmm Im looking for a skimmer for my 50G Breeder also I have a 20L sump 30"L 12"W 12"H not sectioned off yet looking to do a Sock, Skimmer, Refug if space given,

DCartagena · 04/10/2009, 11:46 PM

I was looking at that Octopus Extreme 160 and it seems to be a good choice accually has the right spacing for me and only needs 8" to 10" of water to run

mojo~ · 04/11/2009, 08:51 AM

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Originally posted by celano
The MSX160, BM150, or an I-Tech100 would be a good place to start looking for a good deal on a skimmer for a high end mixed reef tank of your size.

even long term there have only been a few problems. The thing is most of those people are on RC so we do here about it. But you probably have a 1% chance of having an issue. But its all good, All the skimmers suggested here will work great. I have had two of the 100's now gen 1 and gen 2. I might even try a 180 not sure yet. lol Well happy easter weekend to everyone. and god luck with your skimmer purchase. the msx 160 is always a great choice. It will be a bit big for your setup but not bad. Run the pinwheel on the 160 and you will be set. Run the Purple pinwheel (large) if you are feeling you want more.

eco37 · 04/11/2009, 01:37 PM

I have the BM150 on a 40g BB SPS reef and it is a little too much. On a 55+ gallon tank it would work great. I run a barebottom tank and I feed 10 fish constantly 6-7 times a day with flake and frozen. It pulls everything out but I can just tell its a little too strong. I have had numerous other skimmers including DELTEC, ASM, DAS, Euro, ETSS, and some other crappy ones, and the BM150 definately is a better buy (price to size) than all the others I tried.

Just saw that your going to have a 40g sump......so the 150 would be alright but I think a 100 would easily suffice for a mixed reef with moderate fish. If you like to overstock, then get the 150

eco37 · 04/11/2009, 01:38 PM

I have the BM150 on a 40g BB SPS reef and it is a little too much. On a 55+ gallon tank it would work great. I run a barebottom tank and I feed 10 fish constantly 6-7 times a day with flake and frozen. It pulls everything out but I can just tell its a little too strong. I have had numerous other skimmers including DELTEC, ASM, DAS, Euro, ETSS, and some other crappy ones, and the BM150 definately is a better buy (price to size) than all the others I tried.

Just saw that your going to have a 40g sump......so the 150 would be excellent but I think a 100 would easily suffice for a mixed reef with moderate fish. If you like to overstock, then get the 150 though.

lth03 · 04/11/2009, 02:15 PM

How about ER RS80 or Tunze 9005 or 9010?They are relatively small footprint and you have a lot of extra room for other gear.

dailydriven911 · 04/11/2009, 08:27 PM

I have a BM100 on my 40b w/ 30g sump and it's awesome! I have a super light bioload at the moment and it pulls everything out!

lotsoftats · 04/11/2009, 09:11 PM

Thanks for all the recomendations on the skimmer...but I think what I will end up with is 2 50 breeders 1 display and 1 frag tank and 2 40 breeders 1 for the sump 1 for the refugium...this way I can run it all as one system. We will see I change my mind often...lol...Next week I may want a 10,000 gallon tank.....NOT.

CorbetJackson50 · 04/12/2009, 06:31 AM

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Originally posted by lotsoftats
We will see I change my mind often...lol...

Thats an understatement

lotsoftats · 04/12/2009, 07:15 AM

keep it up corbet....I know where you live....lol

least it won't take me 10 yrs to setup a 120.....lol

04/10/2009, 10:00 AM	#1
lotsoftats Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 40356 Posts: 1,147	recomend skimmer...50 breeder w/40 breeder sump/fuge What would be a good skimmer for a 50 breeder with a 40 breeder sump/fuge? was looking at the bubble magus bm 100 or the 105. Alot of people seem to be very pleased with them __________________ Current Tanks: 40 breeder with 40 breeder sump/fuge

04/10/2009, 02:29 PM	#2
lotsoftats Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 40356 Posts: 1,147	????????? __________________ Current Tanks: 40 breeder with 40 breeder sump/fuge

04/10/2009, 06:33 PM	#6
nikon187 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Edmonton Alberta Posts: 4,717	how big is the skimmer section in the 40? I'm assuming you want to run insump, maybe a MSX 160 extrreme? __________________ ----------------- Current Tanks: New 210 custom 84 x 24 x 24, 60g sump, SWC 250 extreme with bubble blaster 5000, 2 vortech mp40, 2 vortech mp10, 12 T5, Water blaster 5000, warner marine bio pellets, 60g clownfish cube, red carpet anemone with a 25g sump,SRO octopus 1000sss, 250w radium, lumenarc large.

04/10/2009, 08:11 PM	#9
tkeracer619 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 17,289	MSX 160 would be a great fit. I run one on a 55. Awesome skimmer. __________________ Hobby Experience: 9200ish gallons, 26 skimmers, and a handful of Kent Scrapers. Current Tank: Vortech Powered 600G SPS Tank w/ 100gal frag tank & 100g Sump. RK2-RK10 Skimmer. ReefAngel. Radium 20k.

04/10/2009, 08:32 PM	#10
mojo~ Skimmer Guy Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: IN Posts: 5,647	vertex in 100 would b a great fit for what you will have. __________________ Mojo~

04/10/2009, 03:38 PM	#3
kretzkiller Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: KC Posts: 599	depends on what you want to spend?

04/10/2009, 03:39 PM	#4
kretzkiller Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: KC Posts: 599	and what you want to stock in it..

04/10/2009, 07:41 PM	#8
celano Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 910	The MSX160, BM150, or an I-Tech100 would be a good place to start looking for a good deal on a skimmer for a high end mixed reef tank of your size.

04/10/2009, 08:54 PM	#11
celano Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 910	Considering the pump problems the Vertex skimmers are having in the long term....no thanks. Just remember Mojo some of us have to rely on our skimmers longer than just two weeks at a time....

04/10/2009, 09:15 PM	#12
NeveSSL Got tubes? Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 6,759	Check out the Octopus Extreme 160, Mike. Brandon __________________ I am proof that post count is not directly proportional to "reef IQ". Zip Ties = Reef Duck Tape Geek it till it MHz!!! Current Tank Info: 180g Build in Process

04/10/2009, 11:40 PM	#13
DCartagena Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 180	Hmmmm Im looking for a skimmer for my 50G Breeder also I have a 20L sump 30"L 12"W 12"H not sectioned off yet looking to do a Sock, Skimmer, Refug if space given,

04/10/2009, 11:46 PM	#14
DCartagena Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 180	I was looking at that Octopus Extreme 160 and it seems to be a good choice accually has the right spacing for me and only needs 8" to 10" of water to run

04/11/2009, 01:37 PM	#16
eco37 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Miami Posts: 98	I have the BM150 on a 40g BB SPS reef and it is a little too much. On a 55+ gallon tank it would work great. I run a barebottom tank and I feed 10 fish constantly 6-7 times a day with flake and frozen. It pulls everything out but I can just tell its a little too strong. I have had numerous other skimmers including DELTEC, ASM, DAS, Euro, ETSS, and some other crappy ones, and the BM150 definately is a better buy (price to size) than all the others I tried. Just saw that your going to have a 40g sump......so the 150 would be alright but I think a 100 would easily suffice for a mixed reef with moderate fish. If you like to overstock, then get the 150

04/11/2009, 01:38 PM	#17
eco37 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Miami Posts: 98	I have the BM150 on a 40g BB SPS reef and it is a little too much. On a 55+ gallon tank it would work great. I run a barebottom tank and I feed 10 fish constantly 6-7 times a day with flake and frozen. It pulls everything out but I can just tell its a little too strong. I have had numerous other skimmers including DELTEC, ASM, DAS, Euro, ETSS, and some other crappy ones, and the BM150 definately is a better buy (price to size) than all the others I tried. Just saw that your going to have a 40g sump......so the 150 would be excellent but I think a 100 would easily suffice for a mixed reef with moderate fish. If you like to overstock, then get the 150 though.

04/11/2009, 02:15 PM	#18
lth03 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 173	How about ER RS80 or Tunze 9005 or 9010?They are relatively small footprint and you have a lot of extra room for other gear.

04/11/2009, 08:27 PM	#19
dailydriven911 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Bonney Lake, WA Posts: 550	I have a BM100 on my 40b w/ 30g sump and it's awesome! I have a super light bioload at the moment and it pulls everything out! __________________ Red Sea Reefer 170, Kessil A360N w/ controller, MP10wes, RKL, BM Curve 5, Aquamaxx Reactors

04/11/2009, 09:11 PM	#20
lotsoftats Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 40356 Posts: 1,147	Thanks for all the recomendations on the skimmer...but I think what I will end up with is 2 50 breeders 1 display and 1 frag tank and 2 40 breeders 1 for the sump 1 for the refugium...this way I can run it all as one system. We will see I change my mind often...lol...Next week I may want a 10,000 gallon tank.....NOT. __________________ Current Tanks: 40 breeder with 40 breeder sump/fuge

04/12/2009, 07:15 AM	#22
lotsoftats Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: 40356 Posts: 1,147	keep it up corbet....I know where you live....lol least it won't take me 10 yrs to setup a 120.....lol __________________ Current Tanks: 40 breeder with 40 breeder sump/fuge