Which skimmer would you choose?

[Schulks]

IM Nuvo 50 + Trigger Triton 20
tank in my build thread if you're curious
I'm leaning towards the Nyos or one of the reef octopus'
The Octo 150-sss might be too tall.

Nyos 120 - https://aquacave.com/nyos-quantum-120-protein-skimmer.html

Reef Octopus Classic 110-sss - https://aquacave.com/reef-octopus-classic-110-sss-protein-skimmer.html ​

or Reef Octopus Classic 150-sss - https://aquacave.com/reef-octopus-classic-150-sss-protein-skimmer.html​

Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite - https://aquacave.com/bubble-magus-curve-5-elite-protein-skimmer-with-sicce-sk-200.html​

IceCap K3-130 INT - https://fishtanksdirect.com/icecap-k3-130-int-in-sump-protein-skimmer/​

 

[Cell]

Can't go wrong with a Reef Octopus skimmer.

 

[FUNGI]

I would choose this one: Cant beat the price

Classic 150-SSS Protein Skimmer (OPEN BOX)

Ultra-Compact Skimmer for Aquariums up to 210 Gallons Footprint: 7.3" x 9.45" | Body Diameter: 6" | Height: 20.9" Pump: Reef Octopus Aquatrance 2000s New item with open box.

store.coralvue.com

 

[Schulks]

I would choose this one: Cant beat the price

Classic 150-SSS Protein Skimmer (OPEN BOX)

Ultra-Compact Skimmer for Aquariums up to 210 Gallons Footprint: 7.3" x 9.45" | Body Diameter: 6" | Height: 20.9" Pump: Reef Octopus Aquatrance 2000s New item with open box.

store.coralvue.com

nice! that is a good mark down, thanks.
You would oversize the skimmer too? I want to keep the skimmer on 24/7 so do you think it would bottom me out? I don't run a refugium but I do have an auto fleece roller.

 

[FUNGI]

depends on bio-load. The Ice Kap K3 is also on close-out.....I have the bigger brother the K3-250....kicks.

 

[slythy]

Reef octopus. both mine have been working flawlessly.

 

[Idech]

I have a simplicity DC skimmer. Very quiet and efficient. And very affordable.

 

[Schulks]

depends on bio-load. The Ice Kap K3 is also on close-out.....I have the bigger brother the K3-250....kicks.

That's a beefy skimmer. What size system are you running that in?

I didn't know of all the nice deals on that coralvue outlet.
They don't have the k3-130 but there's a good deal on a k3-160. The 160 is rated for 125g heavy bio-loads though.


But reef octopus does get a lot of love..

 

[FUNGI]

That's a beefy skimmer. What size system are you running that in?

I didn't know of all the nice deals on that coralvue outlet.
They don't have the k3-130 but there's a good deal on a k3-160. The 160 is rated for 125g heavy bio-loads though.


But reef octopus does get a lot of love..

125G Mixed reef, runs 24/7 at 80%

 

[Schulks]

Stuck between the k3-160 or reef octopus 150SSS. The question is do I want DC or AC pump. The AC skimmer is also reef octopus.

Edit: or maybe I go hard and get the RO Regal 150SSS for $390 which is marked down a lot too.

 

[FUNGI]

The K3 pump is a little louder then the octo pump for some reason......

 

[Schulks]

The K3 pump is a little louder then the octo pump for some reason......

Yeah I had read that it was loud. I also read that DC is normally quieter than AC.

but I actually have a k1-50 right now and it is 'a little loud' so I think I have an idea of what it might sound like.
I would prefer super silent but I don't think it is detrimental.

 

[KrisReef]

1st world problems. I love my RO skimmer and just purchased a replacement pump after years of use. I need to go hook it up, so off I go.

 

[FUNGI]

1st world problems indeed........

 

[Zoacoral]

If it was me id go with a simplicity 120 dc skimmer. Dead silent and works great. And the price is good as well.

 

[Zoacoral]

Heres mine on a IM 40gL ext and a trigger system 26

 

[BeanAnimal]

I would stick with RO -

The IC models in question may be fine, but IC is for the most part just a brand slapped on stuff so you never know what will come or go next. RO has a very good track record.

 

[BeanAnimal]

As mentioned above - if you can afford the upgrade, the DC skimmers are worth the trouble.

 

[Schulks]

As mentioned above - if you can afford the upgrade, the DC skimmers are worth the trouble.

Would you go with reef octopus not a DC or one of the Simplicity or icecap DC skimmer? At the 300 dollar price point that would be my options.

but maybe - The Reef Octopus Regal 150SSS (DC) would leave me 3" of clearance above it. Any idea if that would leave me enough room to remove it?

 

[BeanAnimal]

3" would likely allow removal, but it is close.

I am not just a fan of IceCap anything. I don't know anything about simplicity. I just know RO skimmers are well proven over many years.

If other folks are saying the IC or Simplicity are good skimmers, i will not argue. I have never uesd them.