building a sump, how much room for skimmer?

[dixiedog]

I'm building a sump out of a 40gal breeder for my 75 gal tank.

I have not yet selected a skimmer, and I realize I may use several different ones over the life of the sump.

How much room should I leave for the footprint of a protein skimmer for a 75 gal tank, to be on the safe side?

I believe in going big BTW.

Thanks!!

 

[UTCReefer]

I just ordered an MSX250 and its footprint is 12x14

 

[One Dumm Hikk]

16x16 should cover just about any skimmer you would ever want to put on a 75G tank.

 

[sean2sean]

i have a 75 gallon w a 40 breeder as sump. i ordered a hurricone and i gave it 20 inches