What protein skimmer should I get?

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by anemonecrab, Jul 30, 2008.

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  1. anemonecrab

    anemonecrab Flamingo Tongue

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    I am starting a 40 gallon marine tank, which will include inverts, fish and corals. I am wondering what A good protein skimmer would be. It would be in a sump.
     
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  2. cuttingras

    cuttingras Starving Artist :)

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    AquaC Remora
     
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  3. anemonecrab

    anemonecrab Flamingo Tongue

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    I'm want something slightly less expensive if I can find one that is. Thanks for the suggestion though!
     
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  4. SmittyCoco

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    Unfortunately this is one of the only things (besides lights) that you don't want to skimp on. If you don't want to spend money on this hobby , maybe now is not the time to start. :-/ Good luck , keep us posted.
     
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  5. Iraf

    Iraf Snowflake Eel

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    Cheapest skimmer I can recommend with a clear conciseness is a coralife skimmer
     
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  6. anemonecrab

    anemonecrab Flamingo Tongue

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    Alright, from the comments I see this will be one of the more expensive things on my list, but its necessary, so I will have to go buy one.
     
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  7. anemonecrab

    anemonecrab Flamingo Tongue

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    I've looked into the coral life skimmer, and I think I will probably get one of those. Heading to my LFS soon!
     
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  8. Ryan

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    What is your price range? If your not dead set on supporting your LFS, you can probably get it much cheaper from marinedepot.com.

    How long will it be until you need a skimmer? I am planning on upgrading soon, so I will probably be selling my Remora for steal of a deal!
     
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    I've said it before, I'll say it again:

    I'll take it! Seriously.
     
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  10. anemonecrab

    anemonecrab Flamingo Tongue

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    I don't need It immediately. Maby in a month. Right know I am just purchasing stuff, building a sump etc.

    My price range. Well, lets say humble. I'm going to start of small, and very slowly build up the tank. I have enough to get it started though.
     
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