Skimmer?

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  1. sig197

    sig197 Plankton

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    Need some thoughts on a skimmer. I have a 55g with a 10g sump. what would be a not good but great skimmer for 300$ or less?
     
    sig197, Apr 14, 2011
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  2. JJK

    JJK Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    SWC xtreme 160 or 160 cone (or reef octopus 160 xtreme). Pretty close to your budget, and will rock your tank.
     
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  3. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Eshopps PSK-100 would fill the bill. And would be quite effective IME.
     
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  4. pink4miss

    pink4miss Panda Puffer

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    i just put the swc 120 cone skimmer on my tank and its doing an awesome job, im impressed with it. i would recommend this skimmer. easy to adjust, and its also quiet. i cant hear it running...love that!
     
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  5. Powerman

    Powerman Giant Squid

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    A 160 anything would be too big for your tank. A SWC 120 cone would be good. A vertex in 80 or 100, a Aquamax 100.
     
    Powerman, Apr 14, 2011
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