Skimmer recommendations for a 45g

gar732 · Oct 11, 2018

I’m sure there are a ton of threads like this but I didn’t come across one that was newer that was relevant to my tank size. I have a 45g that I’ve been ignoring for a few years and have finally decided to get it going. I haven’t been to active in the hobby for the last few years so I’m sure there are a lot of options out there that I’m not aware of. It’ll be a mixed reef, probably sps heavy.

My first thought was to go with a Deltec but the $500 price tag is a bit more than I’d like to spend. I was thinking around $300 would be more like it. I’m sure there will be plenty of great deals to be had next month so I might be able to get more bang for my buck then.

The somatic 60 crossed my mind but I hear they could be a bit loud and being right next to my living room couch I’d rather something a little more quiet. I would very much appreciate any suggestions, thanks in advance.

GoVols · Oct 11, 2018

gar732 said:
I’m sure there are a ton of threads like this but I didn’t come across one that was newer that was relevant to my tank size. I have a 45g that I’ve been ignoring for a few years and have finally decided to get it going. I haven’t been to active in the hobby for the last few years so I’m sure there are a lot of options out there that I’m not aware of. It’ll be a mixed reef, probably sps heavy.

My first thought was to go with a Deltec but the $500 price tag is a bit more than I’d like to spend. I was thinking around $300 would be more like it. I’m sure there will be plenty of great deals to be had next month so I might be able to get more bang for my buck then.

The somatic 60 crossed my mind but I hear they could be a bit loud and being right next to my living room couch I’d rather something a little more quiet. I would very much appreciate any suggestions, thanks in advance.

That NYOS 120 is supposed to be a great skimmer, but their around $400

Always loved the Deltec MC500 too.
https://battlecorals.com/products/mc500

GoVols · Oct 11, 2018

Open box sale!!
https://premiumaquatics.com/product...MIjr6-gov_3QIVFHdeCh2EGwhYEAQYAyABEgKqZvD_BwE

gar732 · Oct 11, 2018

That’s a nice discount on a new skimmer. I’ll have to look into that one. Thanks.

gar732 · Oct 11, 2018

As for the Deltec I was thinking along the lines of the 600i or ix. The mc500 reminds me or a hob skimmer.

GoVols · Oct 11, 2018

gar732 said:
As for the Deltec I was thinking along the lines of the 600i or ix. The mc500 reminds me or a hob skimmer.

Well,
That NYOS won't be there long, but it's your call.

Looks like they beefed up the MC500 and could be overkill.

(lol)
You said the $300 dollar range. So I tried to hit your $

gar732 · Oct 11, 2018

I hear you, it’s a definitely a good deal. I’m supposed to be in the research phase not the purchasing phase so I need approval from the wife before I can proceed. The fact that we are going to Disney next month doesn’t help my case though. I might end up having to pass on it.