Vertex IN 100 Review

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Dasco, Apr 23, 2009.

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  1. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

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    Man that sucks, but I guess that's better than it not fitting under the tank. I'm making a new sump and fuge for my 150g to fit my BK-180 skimmer, so I can empathize with ya.
     
    tigermike74, Aug 11, 2009
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  2. YellowBelly

    YellowBelly Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    I had another set back today. I went to the LFS and they didn't have the 30 gallon breeder in stock so now I have to wait until next Wednesday before I can start work on the new sump.
     
    YellowBelly, Aug 11, 2009
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  3. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Dasco, I've got a question. How much clearance does your IN100 require to remove the collection cup? I ask because I'm considering the IN180, and it's 24" high. I have about 24.5" to the bottom glass of my DT. If it requires more than 1/2" to remove the cup, then it's a no go.

    Thanks!
     
    ReefSparky, Aug 31, 2009
    ReefSparky, Aug 31, 2009
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  4. tatted4ever

    tatted4ever Clown Trigger

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    Good thinking... Thats on my pre requisite list too for my skimmer
     
    tatted4ever, Aug 31, 2009
    tatted4ever, Aug 31, 2009
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  5. Av8Bluewater

    Av8Bluewater Giant Squid

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    Is vertex a good brand? I've never heard of it until I was browsing calcium reactors today.. The calcium reactor has some nice features and a good price.. good reviews too.
     
    Av8Bluewater, Aug 31, 2009
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  6. Powerman

    Powerman Giant Squid

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    It is a company under the Royal Exclusive brand. The maker of Bubble King. Vertex offers the econo IN line as well as the Alpha cone line. They know what they are doing.
     
    Powerman, Aug 31, 2009
    Powerman, Aug 31, 2009
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  7. Dasco

    Dasco Vagabond Butterfly

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    good info.
     
    Dasco, Sep 2, 2009
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  8. carbonad

    carbonad Astrea Snail

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    My vertex is fully broken in and working great. 100% satisfied with my purchase.
     
    carbonad, Sep 3, 2009
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  9. Dasco

    Dasco Vagabond Butterfly

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    happy to hear this!!
     
    Dasco, Sep 10, 2009
    Dasco, Sep 10, 2009
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  10. Dasco

    Dasco Vagabond Butterfly

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    here is the new home for my skimmer new 40B tank/sump
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    Dasco, Sep 10, 2009
    Dasco, Sep 10, 2009
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