<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14554795#post14554795 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mojo~
Well I believe you are pushing the limit of the 200. you will want something that cycles a little more water. what is your budget? Here are a list of skimmers I would suggest that would be a step up
Bubble king mini 200 gen2
Warner Marine AS200
the New Alpha vertex cone will work very well.
ATB econo 1050
Warner Marine K2
All this will work very well. and would be a step up from the 200 you could go with a MSX 250 as well. As it will add a second pump.
I have heard things about itech but they are hot air welded and am not as certain about their quality control as some of the others. I cant say anything good or bad about them. I just havent seen anything but pictures of them. The 200 is a good skimmer and if it will fit perfect the cones will most likely not as they have larger bases.<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14554954#post14554954 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by tinnghe
i am interested in getting a cone, budget really depend, but my most concern is the space, i set it to the point that the 200 fit in perfectly. i was thinking of the i-tech medium. what do you think?
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14554970#post14554970 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by HOBrien
Is there anything wrong with the AquaEuroUSA 250 model that has 2 pumps? I can get a used one
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14554711#post14554711 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mojo~
The ATI skimmers were a great skimmer when they came out. THey are built pretty chea in my opinion. Not really my choice for the $$$ You would be much better off with a MSX 250 or 300.Just my 2 cents.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14555671#post14555671 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by wayne_sreef
Thanks for the reply. But I am asking about the performance.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14555231#post14555231 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mojo~
nothing wrong with it. I am just not a aqua euro fan. THeir are better bang for the buck skimmers out there. Its pretty old school design compared to whats available now days. I would get a nicer skimmer even if its used.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14555231#post14555231 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mojo~
nothing wrong with it. I am just not a aqua euro fan. THeir are better bang for the buck skimmers out there. Its pretty old school design compared to whats available now days. I would get a nicer skimmer even if its used.
I would say no. You would want to go to the SB 60 if that is the way your wanted to go. A warner Marine as 200 would work well too.<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14556600#post14556600 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by HOBrien
Would a Sump Buddy 40 be enough for a heavly stocked 200? They rate it at 180 but I am only FOWLR
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14574447#post14574447 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Dalmerjd
Hi Folks!
I need a new skimmer though I'm new to reef keeping I need some advice. There are so many to choose from I am overwhelmed. I am also learning that a rating versus an actual volume capability varies greatly.
My current system has a total volume of 580 gallons in three tanks. All three tanks are mixed reef with light to moderate bio load leaving room for growth.
I am currently running an undersized Coralife 220. How do I tell it is not doing a good enough job?
I would love some advice and suggestions which skimmers have a good track record and are big enough for my system.
Thanks in advance.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14575799#post14575799 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by mojo~
I would say no. You would want to go to the SB 60 if that is the way your wanted to go. A warner Marine as 200 would work well too.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14578752#post14578752 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by acliao
HI Mojo,
I would like to thank you for starting this wonderful Q&A thread and the comprehensive reviews on various skimmers. Great work!!!
I am in the process of upgrading my tank to 120G and am deciding between the Octo/MSX 200 and Vertex IN-180. the Octo/MSX200 has better pump but Vertex seems to have better reaction chamber design. Both units are similarly priced. Can you provide your recommendations on these units?
thanks again for the great info.
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=14578874#post14578874 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by PowermanKW
I was wondering if you could throw in your .02 on what I poted in another thread. I did read you write up on the 160.
I have the EV-120 on my 90g reef now that is normally stocked. May be heavily in the future depending on skimmer. I bought a PM Bullet 1 and a Mag12. I'm waiting for that one to get here. It's over seas.
So, now I have a line on a BK mini 160 right here local. It is only 8 months old. He went to the Gen II 180. He wants $550.
I know the PM1 will be better than my EV-120. Still excited to get it. However, the BK is at a good price and lightly used. I would never drop the cash for a new one. Of course, for both these I am taking off the money I expect to get from my 120/mag7.
The same guy also has a ER RS 180. He used that one for a year and a half. It includes the SP4 pump, as well as the SP5, and the gate valve mod. He wants $300 for that.
I can always turn around and sell the Bullet1/12 when it comes in.
Any input on the differences would be most appreciated. I'm not very knowledgeable on the ER and BK. Heck the Bullet 1 is new to me.