Recommended Protein Skimmer...
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I'm a fan of both Reef Octopus and Skimz. I'm currently running a Skimz Monster DC 163 on my 80G system, major over kill, but it's a beast.
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RoryJ
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Internal, wet sump
as most people will recommend the skimmer they're using...I personally use a Lifereef vs2-24 and it does a fantastic job.
I agree with who ever said everyone will tell you get what that have. I have some belief that bubble king makes the best skimmers, but I've never even owned one. I've used a few reef octopus skimmers myself with success, so I guess I could recommend them as at least sufficient.
Better advice is size. I am of the opinion right sized, not grossly oversized for your system is the right approach. Size in the scenario being determined by tanks that hold livestock, not sumps etc. mine is actually a bit undersized for my display but I have a few other forms of filtration I rely on.
If it's in a cabinet under the tank be mindful of height so it's easy to get the collection cup out without spilling. Easy to get out if the sump to clean is really helpful as well
Better advice is size. I am of the opinion right sized, not grossly oversized for your system is the right approach. Size in the scenario being determined by tanks that hold livestock, not sumps etc. mine is actually a bit undersized for my display but I have a few other forms of filtration I rely on.
If it's in a cabinet under the tank be mindful of height so it's easy to get the collection cup out without spilling. Easy to get out if the sump to clean is really helpful as well
+1 on size and overall footprint
I wouldn't do aqua C. I had the ev-120 with mag 5,7 then ehiem. Hated that skimmer! Aquamaxx is my recommendation
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My new Q3 1 day of use on a new tank with rocks that have cycled in a tub for a month.
These things rock! Ultrafine bubbles and pretty much set and forget
My CO-1
My new Q3 1 day of use on a new tank with rocks that have cycled in a tub for a month.
These things rock! Ultrafine bubbles and pretty much set and forget
mrsaltwaterguy
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I'm a fan of Reef Octopus, I've had great results with my 150-int.
HiddenUser
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I liked my Reef Octopus, but I love my Bubble King. I think the Vertex Skimmers should be close if not identical in terms of the materials used when compared to a Bubble King. They just feel so solid and well made!
A lot of this will also depend on your budget and how much space you have in your sump.
A lot of this will also depend on your budget and how much space you have in your sump.
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mushroomrob
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Reef Ocotopus or AquaMaxx. Both easy to setup and skim like crazy.
Bit off the OPs topic, but I've been thinking about upgrading to a BK from an RO. I want to go external with a DC pump and I'm trying decide between another RO or upgrade to BK. It's twice the cost so I'm curious what difference you are seeing between the two. Build quality seems like a given, especially between the pumps, but anything else worth noting in your experience?
jeffrey holloway
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Skimz monster DC series, but don't oversize. These skimmers get it done with no fuss.
