Skimmer Advice

[pisces4u]

I'd like to upgrade my skimmer.

I am currently using a Bak Pak in-sump model for my 50g display + 20g sump.

I'm looking for an in-sump model that will fit a chamber 12"x7", rated for 100-150g tanks, and preferrably $200 or less.

I like this one a lot
http://www.marinesolutionsinc.com/c...ewheel-150-with-Funnel-Neck/product_info.html

But the footprint claims to be too large for my skimmer compartment in the sump.

Any recommendations?

 

[snidelywhiplash]

I like the asm g skimmers the 2 would probably fit and rock! There are a couple mods you can do to them as well

 

[pisces4u]

Yeah they look nice but the "foot print" is larger than my chamber. Based on the diameter of the reaction chamber, it's hard to believe some of these have a 11" footprint.

Any other suggestions?

 

[snidelywhiplash]

I was looking at the aqua c urchin pricey but only heard good things it is in sump and rated higher than the more common remora I believe. I know my buddy has a smaller sump out of a 20 long I think and the g2 fit in his chamber some of the pumps can be off the glass on side of sump if that helps

 

[Chuck H.]

Could try a Marineland Skimmer...

Could try a Marineland Skimmer...

I know the Marineland skimmers aren't considered "high-end", but I have the 100 model and it works great on my 65:

The 300 model is supposed to have a fairly small, 6", footprint as well. Maybe someone using one of the big ones can chime in and let you know how it performs on their reef tank.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?c=3578+4392+18985&pcatid=18985

 

[snidelywhiplash]

Nice gunk! I was curious about how they did.....looks good! if you ever go to www.wetwebmedia.com I know Bob n crew say don't skimp on the skimmer but more $ isn't always best...can be quite the headache tuning some in...was the marineland easy to get rockin?

 

[snidelywhiplash]

Nice gunk! I was curious about how they did.....looks good! if you ever go to www.wetwebmedia.com I know Bob n crew say don't skimp on the skimmer but more $ isn't always best...can be quite the headache tuning some in...was the marineland easy to get rockin?

 

[Chuck H.]

Yeah, pretty much. Little knob to control the air flow and off you go. Water level needs to be constant and I have mine sitting in a critter keeper so it is. I like it, but my tank just contains a Undulate Trigger, not a reef, however I do think it will do a good job in a reef tank.