Skimmer for 210 Gallon Fish Only

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by kutsujutc, Dec 30, 2011.

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  1. kutsujutc

    kutsujutc Spaghetti Worm

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    Wlhats the best bang for the buck skimmer for a fish only tank?
     
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  2. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    Depends on what you want to spend and your bioload, asm's are good lower priced skimmers.
     
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  3. Thatgrimguy

    Thatgrimguy Flying Squid

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    Reef Octopus. They work, they aren't overpriced and it's strong enough to last you through an upgrade. I would suggest getting one that's rated for about 1.5x your actual system volume. It will save you a lot of headaches down the road.
     
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  4. Thatgrimguy

    Thatgrimguy Flying Squid

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    In my 210g I'm using the SRO 3000int and I LOVE it, it is reliable and pulls a ton of gunk.
     
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  5. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    Agreed 100% - I've owned a couple and they work very well, especially for the $ you spend on them.

    Some links:

    Super Reef Octopus XP 3000 IN-SUMP Cone Protein Skimmer by CoralVue - AquaCave

    Or a bigger...

    Super Reef Octopus XP 5000 IN-SUMP Cone Protein Skimmer by CoralVue - AquaCave

    Reef Octopus SUPER SRO 5000INT In-Sump Protein Skimmer - AquaCave
     
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  6. Powerman

    Powerman Giant Squid

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    Bang for buck would be Vertex IN series... you would need a 280. Bubble Magus gives good results for the money... but not too sure about a 210. Octopus has plenty of options in a variety of price points.
     
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  7. azjohnny

    azjohnny Bristle Worm

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    How to close to the limit of the 3000 do you think you are? I am on the fence between a 3000 and a 5000, I have a queen trigger and a grouper. They are both messy and eat only meat(scallops, shrimp and silversides)
     
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