Budget DC Skimmer selection

[Reefer_Addickt]

I've been running a BM-220A for about 4 years now. It pulls out great skim mate, but I'm ready to switch to a DC pump for noise and power options.
http://www.neptuneaquatics.com/supply/bubble-magus-bm-220a-cone-protein-skimmer-400g

My tank is a heavy stocked 150 + 30 sump.

Of these 3 skimmers which do you think has the best skimmer design?

1. Sea Side Aquatics EV3-DC - Jebao DC-6000
http://www.sharkandreef.com/sea-side-aquatics-ev3-dc-protein-skimmer-up-to-300-gallons/

2. AE-EC5 - Jebao DC-5000
http://seasideaquatics.com/outlet/clearance-items/173-ae-ec5-protein-skimmer-with-dc-pump.html

3. Coralbox Cloud C9 - Jebao DC4000
http://www.fish-street.com/coral_box_cloud_c9_dc_protein_skimmer

 

[scooter31707]

I recommend a Simplicity. I love mines!!

 

[Reefer_Addickt]

I recommend a Simplicity. I love mines!!

I hadn't heard of those yet, thanks for the recommendation. It looks like the 540DC is a lot like the EV3-DC by seaside, except about $100 more.

 

[xRAWRx28]

I love my bubble magus D9 extremely quiet and a nice looking skimmer overall for the price

 

[moondoggy4]

I would get one that has the most available parts and the quickest rate. Anytime the pump is within the body of a skimmer you are stuck with that pump So my vote is Sea Side Aquatics, or the Simplicity models, they are brought in by the old Reef Geeks guys.

 

[Reefer_Addickt]

I would get one that has the most available parts and the quickest rate. Anytime the pump is within the body of a skimmer you are stuck with that pump So my vote is Sea Side Aquatics, or the Simplicity models, they are brought in by the old Reef Geeks guys.

thanks, do you have any models in mind with external dc pumps?

 

[Potatohead]

thanks, do you have any models in mind with external dc pumps?

Octopus Regal

 

[Potatohead]

Oops double post

 

[moondoggy4]

http://www.atb-usa.com/product-p/atb840.htm By far one of the best but not cheap but the same price as the one at BRS, those DC skimmers are in the same price range. For budget I would look at Sea Side Aquatics or Simplicity.

 

[fishsuse29]

Tagging along as I am looking at these models as well for my 150. Any feedback on the coral box would be great.

I've also been looking at this one, but can't find any reviews on it

http://www.marinedepot.com/Bubble_M...n_Skimmer-Bubble_Magus-4W10001-FIPSIS-vi.html

 

[scooter31707]

I hadn't heard of those yet, thanks for the recommendation. It looks like the 540DC is a lot like the EV3-DC by seaside, except about $100 more.

IME, it well worth that extra $100. It is very quiet, powerful, and built durable.

 

[Reefer_Addickt]

Tagging along as I am looking at these models as well for my 150. Any feedback on the coral box would be great.

I've also been looking at this one, but can't find any reviews on it

http://www.marinedepot.com/Bubble_M...n_Skimmer-Bubble_Magus-4W10001-FIPSIS-vi.html

Can't quiet tell if it's a DC pump. I went with the seaside, as I can find jebao 6000 lots of places for cheap.

 

[fishsuse29]

That looks like a good choice. Please keep us updated on how it performs

 

[h3dgehog]

Have the coral box DC. It's great, quiet and effective. Not to mention parts are cheap. I may actually buy a few spare impellers and a spare pump just in case.

 

[Mike de Leon]

What are the advantages of DC pumps on Skimmers?

 

[skyline377]

What are the advantages of DC pumps on Skimmers?

put DC skimmer and DC return in feed mode so you don't forget to turn skimmer/return pump back on after feeding, they are super quiet. will never go back to regular skimmer

 

[Mike de Leon]

put DC skimmer and DC return in feed mode so you don't forget to turn skimmer/return pump back on after feeding, they are super quiet. will never go back to regular skimmer

Do they ramp up when starting? Sorry to hijack the thread.

 

[Reefer_Addickt]

DC pumps are so much more quiet and you can control the flow easier.

 

[moondoggy4]

ramp up

ramp up

Do they ramp up when starting? Sorry to hijack the thread.

Yes they do

 

[ericarenee]

i would also look at the skimz line of skimmers.....

I also see no reason for a dc pump on a skimmer. if the skimmer is balanced right to the pump the company puts on it you do not need to adjust the speed of the pump.. Its kinda like the BIG LED DEBATE... TOO MUCH ADJUSTMENT is not always a good thing....

i have seen many people with issues adjusting there DC Skimmer because they were setting the pump speed to high...

i have skimz sm201.. its the BEST SKIMMER I HAVE EVER USED...