Best skimmer help

IronVulture · Dec 24, 2014

I have a 29 gallon biocube and s sump that holds another 15 gallons I need help finding an appropriate skimmer than can fit in a 5"x9.5" space. The nac 3.5 is one I was looking at but found mixed reviews. Has anyone had success with that skimmer or another that can fit in that small of an area. I am not against a hang on back unit that I could hang on my sump but would like to stay in the 2-300 range.

IronVulture · Dec 24, 2014

Forgot to mention it is or will be a mixed reef and probably a heavy load. Will be running a refugium in the sump area.

IronVulture · Dec 25, 2014

Ugh choosing a skimmer has my brain hurting. Leaning more towards hob unit but just not sure, I really don't want to run it 24/7 but I also don't want to go too small just so it can fit in my return. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

DFWreefjunky · Dec 25, 2014

Cadlights pls- 50 works like a beast on my IM30

Reefing Madness · Dec 25, 2014

Reef Octopus BH-50
Reef Octopus NS-80
Cad Lights PLS-50
ATB Nano Cone Skimmer
ATB Nano B Skimmer
Red Devil HOB NANO 150

lionfish5740 · Dec 25, 2014

My Tunze 9001 works great for my 30gal system but it's not heavily stocked. One of the things that I really like about it is how easy it is to clean!! Didn't have the space for anything larger in my setup.

IMO you can't go wrong with the nac3.5

DougW · Dec 25, 2014

I have had good luck with the CPR bak-pak over the years. I have used them on tanks from 29g up to 75g. On the 75g, it really isn't big enough but on the 29g and 40g that I used them on, they worked very well and are easy to clean. I think they can be had for under $150 from what I saw online.