Protein Skimmer needed

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by brentt, Jul 25, 2010.

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  1. brentt

    brentt Astrea Snail

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    Im purchasing a 120 gal 4'x2'x2' tomorrow and i was curious to know what you guys think a good skimmer would be for it the quieter the better
     
    brentt, Jul 25, 2010
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Eshopps PSK-150 or PSK-200. The larger one would be better if you like to stock or feed heavy. They are well made and affordable.
     
    2in10, Jul 25, 2010
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  3. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    I don't know how quiet it is but I was impressed with the vertex skimmer line
     
    sostoudt, Jul 25, 2010
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  4. jarrettd123

    jarrettd123 Astrea Snail

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    Go with the Octopus nwb line they are inexpensice and ROCK !! I love mine and I can't even tell it's running
     
    jarrettd123, Jul 25, 2010
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  5. brentt

    brentt Astrea Snail

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    That OCTOPUS skimmer isnt very expensive and i love the reviews on it +1 for jarrett
     
    brentt, Jul 25, 2010
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  6. RedGambit

    RedGambit Giant Squid

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    Im assuming its a HOB Skimmer? Since your never stated a sump?
     
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  7. brentt

    brentt Astrea Snail

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    what about an ELOS NS 500
     
    brentt, Jul 25, 2010
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  8. brentt

    brentt Astrea Snail

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    ttt any other thoughts
     
    brentt, Jul 26, 2010
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  9. unclejed

    unclejed Whip-Lash Squid

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    One of my LFS buddies is big on Sealife Systems Impact skimmers. I have seen one there in action and it was quiet.
     
    unclejed, Jul 26, 2010
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  10. brentt

    brentt Astrea Snail

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    anyone heard of a ELOS NS500?
     
    brentt, Jul 26, 2010
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