Need a protein skimmer for my 240g, which one is best?

Manutd7s · 03/04/2011, 10:06 PM

I'm VERY new to reef keeping, but want to purchase a protein skimmer that will be more than accommodating for my aquarium. What would be a recommended protein skimmer for my size aquarium, and one that is no more than $450? All ideas and suggestions welcome!

dahenley · 03/04/2011, 11:12 PM

i run a Eshopps PSK-300 on my 9' 240gal SPS tank... (i have 4 tangs and like to feed, and it just keeps rocking!!!)

plus, its perfect for my pocket book

USC-fan · 03/04/2011, 11:32 PM

Super Reef Octopus 5000[$499] or 3000[$400]. 5000 is about double the "power" of the 3000. Big skimmer so check to see if you have room.

I would get the 5000 but if money tight the 3000 will work.

Reef obcession · 03/05/2011, 07:06 AM

my display is a 225 and loaded with fish, I have a Bubble King ext 300 and its a machine, no nitrates or phosphates

Piper27 · 03/05/2011, 07:58 AM

I liked my reef octopus, pulled out a lot of crud and was a good deal.

03/04/2011, 10:06 PM	#1
Manutd7s Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 4	Need a protein skimmer for my 240g, which one is best? I'm VERY new to reef keeping, but want to purchase a protein skimmer that will be more than accommodating for my aquarium. What would be a recommended protein skimmer for my size aquarium, and one that is no more than $450? All ideas and suggestions welcome!

03/04/2011, 11:12 PM	#2
dahenley Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lubbock, Tx Posts: 3,165	i run a Eshopps PSK-300 on my 9' 240gal SPS tank... (i have 4 tangs and like to feed, and it just keeps rocking!!!) plus, its perfect for my pocket book __________________ Its not just my tank, its OUR tank!!! :-) 240display, reef in progress Current Tank Info: 240 display, a few frags here and there. lots of fish, and lots of watching. (230 big screen getting re-sealed and going to add to the gallonage) My wife has no clue how addicted i really am.....

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USC-fan Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3,626	Super Reef Octopus 5000[$499] or 3000[$400]. 5000 is about double the "power" of the 3000. Big skimmer so check to see if you have room. I would get the 5000 but if money tight the 3000 will work.

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Reef obcession Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: stamford, Ct Posts: 266	my display is a 225 and loaded with fish, I have a Bubble King ext 300 and its a machine, no nitrates or phosphates

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Piper27 I love bengals Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Manassas Virginia Posts: 2,512	I liked my reef octopus, pulled out a lot of crud and was a good deal.