Skimmer Options for 55g Reef

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Seano Hermano, Apr 21, 2010.

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  1. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    How old is it? How much do you want for it? Is it in good condition?
     
    Seano Hermano, Apr 21, 2010
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  2. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Looks like I should go with either the Coralife or SWC.

    Coralife 65 or 125: $115/$174

    SWC Xtreme 120 Cone: $?... Yikes, is it really that expensive? Nearly $200?
     
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    Seano Hermano, Apr 21, 2010
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  3. Seano Hermano

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    Good review on the SWC though. ugh. I don't know what to do. :/
     
    Seano Hermano, Apr 21, 2010
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  4. Dobrzemetal

    Dobrzemetal Spanish Shawl Nudibranch

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    If I could extend you some knowledge I have gathered during by time in this hobby, Don't cheap out on important pieces of equipment like a skimmer or lighting, you'll just end up spending more in the end and wishing you would have gone with the better choice. Grab the SWC 160.
     
    Dobrzemetal, Apr 21, 2010
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  5. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    I know. I won't be getting the Visi-Jet. Ill probably go with a Coralife 125. And I'm not trying to go cheap. I just want to get the most for my money. A $200 skimmer just isn't in my budget. Though a used Coralife 125 would be nice... ;)
     
    Seano Hermano, Apr 21, 2010
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  6. barradas77

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    Look into the Vertex IN80, awesome skimmer awesome price.
     
    barradas77, Apr 28, 2010
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  7. cap23244

    cap23244 Astrea Snail

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    +1 on what barradas said
     
    cap23244, May 5, 2010
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