40g breeder reef question

[Chrisnugent942]

I just setup my tank and its cycling as we speak. IM running a fluval 306 with a ton of media (eheim substrate, biomax, biohome ultimate). Once my tank is cycled i plan on getting two wyoming white clowns and my question is if i wanted to get coral down the line would i need a protein skimmer and if yes which one would be best? My only option is a HOB and tank is rimmed.

 

[flyfisherman]

Yes on skimmer.

Aquamax hob 1.5

If it doesnt fit, you can thin some of the black plastic rim off with razor blade so it fits flush

 

[Sailfin11]

Hi there. Without an overflow box skimming the surface of the water, you'll begin to see a buildup of oils and other particles. Rather than a HOB protein skimmer (which can be unsightly), I'd recommend getting a FigiCube All-in-one kit. This will basically convert your normal rimmed tank in an AIO, so no drilling is needed. You'd be able to conceal your heater and other biomedia. Here's a link

 

[MoreReefPlease]

Hi there. Without an overflow box skimming the surface of the water, you'll begin to see a buildup of oils and other particles. Rather than a HOB protein skimmer (which can be unsightly), I'd recommend getting a FigiCube All-in-one kit. This will basically convert your normal rimmed tank in an AIO, so no drilling is needed. You'd be able to conceal your heater and other biomedia. Here's a link

Oh I like those. Didn't know they existed!

 

[Ef4life]

Depending on the corals you choose, you might not need a skimmer, but it’s never a bad idea imo. I do have a hob aquamaxx skimmer on my 40b and it works fine.