what skimmer??

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by lukabrasi, May 23, 2011.

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  1. lukabrasi

    lukabrasi Astrea Snail

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    so i'm ready to upgrade my protein skimmer for a 90 gallon mixed reef, any suggestions?
     
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  2. khowst

    khowst Bangghai Cardinal

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    Reef Octopus is a highly recommended and respected brand.

    Plus I think they are on sale at marinedepot.com (shameless plug for site sponsor lol)
     
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  3. Akool

    Akool Astrea Snail

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    I have an Octopus 160 on my 72 and LOVE it!! My buddy has one on his 90 and loves it too!
     
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  4. Clonefarmer

    Clonefarmer Millepora

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    Are you looking for a HOB or a sump skimmer?
     
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  5. lukabrasi

    lukabrasi Astrea Snail

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    looking to use in the sump, the one i have now is beside the sump, do they operate better in sump?
     
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  6. colin779

    colin779 Plankton

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    I just purchased the SWC 160 Cone for my 90 gallon mixed reef. So far i am impressed with how its working. It's super quiet, i can't hear it with the cabinet door closed, build quality is great. It is an in sump skimmer.
     
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  7. lukabrasi

    lukabrasi Astrea Snail

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    reef octopuss was one i am considering for sure, thank you guys!
     
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  8. lukabrasi

    lukabrasi Astrea Snail

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    colin779, how much skimmate does it produce in a weeks time?
     
    lukabrasi, May 23, 2011
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  9. pink4miss

    pink4miss Panda Puffer

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    all i can say is go for the brands that are long time proven good skimmers
     
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  10. lukabrasi

    lukabrasi Astrea Snail

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    im thinkin either reef octopus or AquaC EV series
     
    lukabrasi, May 23, 2011
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