Protein Skimmer for a 20 Long

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  1. FytinIrish992

    FytinIrish992 Plankton

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    I just set up my first saltwater aquarium and didnt know if a protein skimmer was necessary for my 20 Long as long as i do routine water changes. If so what are your recommendations. I would prefer something somewhat quiet...

    Thanks
     
    FytinIrish992, Oct 17, 2009
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  2. psiclone

    psiclone Purple Spiny Lobster

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    check out a remora I use one for my mantis tank and its a 20 long.
     
    psiclone, Oct 17, 2009
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  3. grinder37

    grinder37 Whip-Lash Squid

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    get the sea clone!!! It would be the perfect size!!As it is rated for 100 gallons and barly skims 20!!(just kidding....someday I'll get a better one);D
     
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  4. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    What do you have in this tank? Corals? Fish? Fish and live rocks?
     
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  5. FytinIrish992

    FytinIrish992 Plankton

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    as of now i have fish, live rock, some snails and hermits. i plan to add some coral later on down the road...
     
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  6. oceanparadise1

    oceanparadise1 Fire Squid

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    I would look into the Aqua C remora nano, that skimmer would be perfect for you!
     
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  7. FytinIrish992

    FytinIrish992 Plankton

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    ok thanks for your help
     
    FytinIrish992, Oct 17, 2009
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