Protien Skimmers

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by sz3812, Dec 22, 2012.

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  1. sz3812

    sz3812 Plankton

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    Hi
    Performance vise Out side Skimmer is better or Inside . plz advise , i am going to set up 50gallons Salt tank.
     
    sz3812, Dec 22, 2012
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  2. ingtar_shinowa

    ingtar_shinowa Giant Squid

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    I have no idea what you are trying to communicate.
     
    ingtar_shinowa, Dec 22, 2012
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  3. Servillius

    Servillius Montipora Digitata

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    If I understand correctly, the answer I think most folks will agree on is that an in-sump skimmer is a better performer than a hang-on-back skimmer.
     
    Servillius, Dec 23, 2012
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  4. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    I think if you compare the same brand/model HOB vs in-sump, the difference in performance would lie somewhere between negligible to non-existent. I do agree that the in-sump unit has other advantages if one is using a sump. :)

    sz3812~ If you're asking about in-sump vs stand-alone skimmers, I'd side with in-sump; no worries about external plumbing leaks or overflows ending up on the floor; OTOH, if you're referring to HOB vs in-tank, I'd recommend HOB.
     
    Mr. Bill, Dec 23, 2012
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  5. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    All skimmers overflow eventually. Would you rather have it overflow in your sump, or on your floor?
     
    m2434, Dec 23, 2012
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  6. sz3812

    sz3812 Plankton

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    thx to all to reply me.
     
    sz3812, Dec 23, 2012
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