AquaMaxx ConeS Protein Skimmer help

[MoMoTheMonster]

Hi All,

I'm currently upgrading my tank to a 125g display with a 40g sump. I've used a Aquamaxx HOB 1.5 for years on my 45g tall tank and it's been fantastic, so I thought I would continue with Aquamaxx since it's been good to me.

I'm trying to decide between:
Aquamaxx ConeS CO-2 or CO-3
Aquamaxx ConeS RC-2 or RC-3
Aquamaxx ConeS Q-2 or Q-3

If you have any experience or guidance on the pros and cons for these skimmers I would greatly appreciate the insight!

Thanks!

 

[MoMoTheMonster]

Here is some information on the CO & Q series - this doesn't include the RC series I'm considering:

 

[MoMoTheMonster]

Here is some information on the RC series (RC-3):

Here is the specification difference between the RC-2 and RC-3

 

[vtecintegra]

I've had a CO-2 and CO-3. They were ok skimmers. I sit about four feet from the tank, and at night watching TV I could hear the hum of those Sicce AC pumps. I retired the Aquamaxx and got an Octo with DC pump and I can no longer hear my skimmer running . I had both magnets of the impellers on the Aquamaxx skimmers crack and rust. And they aren't cheap to replace.

 

[vetteguy53081]

Hi All,

I'm currently upgrading my tank to a 125g display with a 40g sump. I've used a Aquamaxx HOB 1.5 for years on my 45g tall tank and it's been fantastic, so I thought I would continue with Aquamaxx since it's been good to me.

I'm trying to decide between:
Aquamaxx ConeS CO-2 or CO-3
Aquamaxx ConeS RC-2 or RC-3
Aquamaxx ConeS Q-2 or Q-3

If you have any experience or guidance on the pros and cons for these skimmers I would greatly appreciate the insight!

Thanks!

I had the AM Q3 unit and was an excellent producer and quiet. Occasionally the skipper cup was hard to turn off but if you wet it in advance, it makes it easier

 

[MoMoTheMonster]

I've had a CO-2 and CO-3. They were ok skimmers. I sit about four feet from the tank, and at night watching TV I could hear the hum of those Sicce AC pumps. I retired the Aquamaxx and got an Octo with DC pump and I can no longer hear my skimmer running . I had both magnets of the impellers on the Aquamaxx skimmers crack and rust. And they aren't cheap to replace.

That's good to know about the magnets cracking and rusting. Thank you!

 

[Blue Spot Octopus]

Bubble Magnus Curve 7 Elite is great skimmer for a 120 gallon tank.

 

[Blue Spot Octopus]

Replacement Impeller for Syncra (3.5, 4.0, 5.0) - Sicce$59.99SaltwaterAquarium.comFree shipping30-day return policy
The new Sicce and Tunze impellers look like this, the ones with a colorful plastic covering were the ones that would split and rust. The impeller with around it is a Vertex skimmer impeller, the red is a plastic coating, if it got cracked the magnet would swell and either ruin the impeller and or the pump as well. This is the type of impeller they said Do Not Use Vinegar, Pump Killer.

 

[Big E]

I would go with the Cone S 3 or the RC3

Both have the pumps on the outside for more reactor space and it's much easier to pull the pump and clean it which I do about 4 times a year with my Cone S3. I've had this skimmer for 9+ years.

I'm not familiar with the new RC3 but would still get it over anything else you have listed.

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[MoMoTheMonster]

Replacement Impeller for Syncra (3.5, 4.0, 5.0) - Sicce$59.99SaltwaterAquarium.comFree shipping30-day return policy
The new Sicce and Tunze impellers look like this, the ones with a colorful plastic covering were the ones that would split and rust. The impeller with around it is a Vertex skimmer impeller, the red is a plastic coating, if it got cracked the magnet would swell and either ruin the impeller and or the pump as well. This is the type of impeller they said Do Not Use Vinegar, Pump Killer.

Thank you for posting this! That is really helpful! Especially since I use vinegar to clean many of my tank parts. I did just buy some citric acid for cleaning. Would that cause the same issue?

 

[MoMoTheMonster]

I would go with the Cone S 3 or the RC3

Both have the pumps on the outside for more reactor space and it's much easier to pull the pump and clean it which I do about 4 times a year with my Cone S3. I've had this skimmer for 9+ years.

I'm not familiar with the new RC3 but would still get it over anything else you have listed.

Buy from here...........they don't charge sales tax. You may also want to wait till July 4 sales it may go on sale.

Search results for: 'aquamaxx skimmer'

Your #1 source for top brand aquarium supplies for aquariums. We offer free shipping, price matching, fantastic technical and customer support.

www.aquariumspecialty.com

Thank you! I was thinking 4th of July might bring sales and that's great to know about the no sales tax from that site! I appreciate it