Newbie needs info...

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005.

to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. 3reef membership is free.

Page 1 of 3
  1. ryugraphix

    ryugraphix Astrea Snail

    Joined:
    Aug 15, 2005
    Messages:
    65
    Hello everyone! I've been learning a lot on this site the past month- thanks! I just wanted some simple info about skimmers. My friend whom I had talked to when starting this endeavor said that I didn't need one for a tank my size (see sig.)- however, he has a FO tank and I an going to be going for a reef... so I take what he says, but try to find more info.

    I just want to know if I should(need to) get one to be successful- and just some other basics (what they do, why I would need one/wouldn't need one, etc..)
    I've been reading, but would like the opinions of people in real life situations. Thanks!
     
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    #1

    2. Click Here!

  2. Fastlife

    Fastlife Fire Worm

    Joined:
    Dec 10, 2004
    Messages:
    155
    Location:
    Clifton, NJ,New_Jersey
    Yes u need a skimmer. Look on ebay for some great deals, thats where i get all of my dry goods. Skimming is a very important part with a reef system in my opinion. If going with reef consider getting at least 2 lbs. per. gallon of water ( 52lbs. of live rock).
     
    Fastlife, Sep 9, 2005
    Fastlife, Sep 9, 2005
    #2
  3. ryugraphix

    ryugraphix Astrea Snail

    Joined:
    Aug 15, 2005
    Messages:
    65
    Awesome- Any specific specs (type, size, etc?)
    I'll be getting more rock come pay day... Stuff is expensive. ;)
     
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    #3
  4. kb.bear

    kb.bear Peppermint Shrimp

    Joined:
    May 17, 2005
    Messages:
    414
    Location:
    Riverside, RI
    Sump Skimmers Are the way to go
     
    kb.bear, Sep 9, 2005
    kb.bear, Sep 9, 2005
    #4
  5. ryugraphix

    ryugraphix Astrea Snail

    Joined:
    Aug 15, 2005
    Messages:
    65
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    ryugraphix, Sep 9, 2005
    #5
  6. kb.bear

    kb.bear Peppermint Shrimp

    Joined:
    May 17, 2005
    Messages:
    414
    Location:
    Riverside, RI
    In my opinion asm, euro reef, turboflotor are the best
     
    kb.bear, Sep 9, 2005
    kb.bear, Sep 9, 2005
    #6

    7. Click Here!

  7. greyhawk

    greyhawk Astrea Snail

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2005
    Messages:
    48
    Location:
    Memphis,TN
    greyhawk, Sep 9, 2005
    greyhawk, Sep 9, 2005
    #7
  8. allaboutfish37

    allaboutfish37 Feather Duster

    Joined:
    Dec 5, 2004
    Messages:
    201
    Location:
    oakley, CA,California
    I have a skimmer on my15gl
     
    allaboutfish37, Sep 10, 2005
    allaboutfish37, Sep 10, 2005
    #8
  9. ryugraphix

    ryugraphix Astrea Snail

    Joined:
    Aug 15, 2005
    Messages:
    65
    Thanks for the info everyone- This'll help!
     
    ryugraphix, Sep 10, 2005
    ryugraphix, Sep 10, 2005
    #9
  10. Matt Rogers

    Matt Rogers Kingfish

    Joined:
    Dec 31, 2000
    Messages:
    13,466
    Location:
    Berkeley, CA
    Do you have a sump on this setup or do you need a hang on the back skimmer?
     
    Matt Rogers, Sep 10, 2005
    Matt Rogers, Sep 10, 2005
    #10
Page 1 of 3