New Skimmer?

[Ktran350]

Hello, I am looking for options. I currently have a Reef Octopus 110 classic protein skimmer in my Reefer 250 (old style sump w/o refugium) . It’s working great and is pulling dark skimmate. However, I’ve been looking at upgrading it to the RSK 300. Besides the obvious upgrade at the neck cleaner and more of a compact design the RSK 300 provides. Will there be any additional benefits to upgrade or should I just save my money since my current skimmer works fine? TIA

 

[Bryson.bobby]

I’d personally keep your old skimmer if there’s no reason to replace it. If your reef octo is keeping your parameters in check and if you don’t need the extra space in your sump I would personally not get it. It’s up to you though. Just my .02

 

[Ktran350]

I’d personally keep your old skimmer if there’s no reason to replace it. If your reef octo is keeping your parameters in check and if you don’t need the extra space in your sump I would personally not get it. It’s up to you though. Just my .02

That’s what I’m figuring too. I’m sitting at about 5-10 ppm nitrate and undetectable Phosphate. Just wondering if there will be any other benefit. I hate the large pump that’s hooked up to the skimmer body but it works.

 

[Bryson.bobby]

I hate the large pump that’s hooked up to the skimmer body but it works.

Agreed. I have the same skimmer and it’s kinda annoying. It is really convenient to clean the pump if needed though

 

[vetteguy53081]

Reef octo regal series, nyos or bubble magnus

 

[Wolla]

I upgraded mine with the varios s2....its an old skimmer but works....i upgraded when the pump died after 5 years.... cheaper then new skimmer and preforms excellent with new pump.
Just another option to consider