External skimmer on shelf?

[nugget]

Currently running a 100 gallon seaclear system II moderately stocked FOWLR with no sump (just an overflow into the rear of the tank). My current HOB skimmer is not cutting it and I was looking at upgrading to a Deltec or ATB HOB.

Now I am wondering the feasability of running a bigger external skimmer on a shelf to the side of the tank. Is this possible? I assume I would need a pump from my overflow to feed the water to the skimmer and then gravity back to the tank.

Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

[biecacka]

you are correct, you would need a pump to feed the skimmer. however my concern would be small leaks onto the shelf. i would recommend placing it in a tub or bucket of sorts so when (not if ) it leaks it wont ruin anything

 

[MattG]

I would just make it easy and go with the ATB hob. I have one and its great! a little noisier then i'd prefer but all skimmers are. BTW ive owned two of the deltec mce600's and the ATB is superior by far IMO.