Whats the best HOB Skimmer for a 75gal tank.

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by ranger2806, Mar 12, 2009.

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  1. ranger2806

    ranger2806 Fire Shrimp

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    i have a berlin X-2 turbo and i think it does a good job. does any one think they are good and what is the best skimmer for my money that is a hang on the back style since i dont have a sump. thanks
     
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  3. kgross

    kgross Skunk Shrimp

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    The best, or most affordable. Best right now I would say ATB hang on, best for the money.. different story.

    The best bang for the buck, Octopus BH-800S, but the pump is to big and many people have to mod it so it does not overflow all the time...... but for a really good HOB only around $225.
    Deltec MCE600 is a pretty good skimmer as well but it is round $450.

    I have heard some good things about the Warner Marine H2, but never seen one in action myself about $300.

    Kim
     
  4. LpSman185

    LpSman185 Plankton

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    hey....the aqua-c remora is the best HOB skimmer you can buy...it is relatively inexpensive at i think 170 and it skims like no other
     
  5. sostoudt

    sostoudt Giant Squid

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    i would say the best one is a coralife 125, get a used one on ebay for less then 100 dollars
     
  6. stylaster

    stylaster Gigas Clam

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    this is more of an in tank skimmer but its small is the tunze nano works great in my 24g aquapod tanks