best protein skimmer for a 20 gal tank

[abr6]

i basically spent the whole day researching on saltwater aquariums and how to start one. im new to this hobby and what really confused me is what to get when it comes to a filter. i decided to get a protein skimmer. now thats decided, i have no clue on what to get because theres so much to choose but are really expensive. im looking at spending not more than $100. please no flaming, i am really serious in making this work. thanks in advance.

 

[Andrew]

[welcome]

You really don't need a skimmer for a 20 gallon tank. Liverock, A HOB fuge, and weekly water changes will do the trick. If you do want a protein skimmer, than look at the coralife and ocotpus skimmers.

 

[abr6]

thanky you for the reply, but what is an hob fuge???

 

[Andrew]

This thread should help explain it:

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=601201&highlight=how+to+DIY+an

 

[Darkstar04]

I love my CPR Bak-Pak 2. You can get one new for 135, or you could probably find one used for less. I have used it on a 30g tank (with 10g sump) for over a year, and it has been great.

 

[Gdevine]

Don't waste the money. Just do weekly water change outs and your tank will thrive!

 

[[17]shawn[17]]

coralife super skimmer65 it will give you the best bang for your buck its hard to get tuned in but after about 3weeks it works like a charm
http://www.mopsdirect.us/cgi-bin/So...L-33000.html?L+us+kgjk1509ff29d929+1187588373


look at the drygoods selling here its amasing how cheep you can pick stuff up. i wish i could of gotten my equipment when i was starting out http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=98