Nano Filtration Question

[MikeyZO]

So I've been toying with the idea of making a small nano tank with nothing more then zoas and maybe 1 small nano fish (and LR and LS). That being said, I also want to keep the filtration as small as possible, meaning no sump, canister, etc. So what would you guys suggest? I was thinking either a small biowheel filter or this Skilter filter (has a built in protien skimmer).
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=3641&cmpid=sc
Otherwise, I'm open for other suggestions.

 

[ZANYMASTER]

Had one of those.Really does not skim much but better than that Current USA one.The fission one they make.Just keep up with WC's.

 

[MikeyZO]

Thanks Z. So maybe just a biowheel and WCs. Unless someone else has an opinion? Im still open to suggestions

 

[lazibonez]

Mike, I have a brand new nano skimmer looking to get rid of.

http://www.marinedepot.com/ps_AquariumPage~PageAlias~protein_skimmers_taam_rio_nano_skimmer.html

 

[CHEMCHEF]

I would use an aqua clear. I think its the best hob filter. I would use the stock foam pad, chemi pure elite, and purigen. I used this combo of media in the back of my ap24 and params were great, all the time. I did 10%, weekly water changes. No problems.
Aqua clears also pump a hell of alot of water for their size, and pretty inexpensive.
I have also used this filter on every fresh water tank Ive had for the past 15 years.
Great little filter.

 

[DrCooper]

if you want an AIO i would snag a Nano Wave 9
i bought one online for 89 including shipping and its an amazing tank!

 

[emmanuel]

check out my pico thread It is running great with a aquaclear 50 my zoos are starting to double I even have a rainbow acan that is showing ne growth the puddle is only 2 gallons
I would have tried something like the one lazibonez is offering but my pico is in my bedroom so I didnt want to hear any noise (though I dont know if that one makes noise) the ac50 is the quietest from what I've been told

 

[MikeyZO]

Hmm... come to realize that I have a brand new Aquaclear 50 that my fiance had bought with my 36 bow without realizing that I wanted to do a reef tank. I kept it just in case, and now maybe it will come in handy. Thanks guys, I will probably try that before spending money on something else. If all else fails, I may drop your way Alan

 

[2slo4me]

i use an aqua clear filter on my nano and do weekly water changes i picked up an oceanic nano protein skimmer its pretty decent however u must top off every day unless u have an over flow made for it. good luck.

 

[CHEMCHEF]

You will not be Dissapointed with the AC 50

Hmm... come to realize that I have a brand new Aquaclear 50 that my fiance had bought with my 36 bow without realizing that I wanted to do a reef tank. I kept it just in case, and now maybe it will come in handy. Thanks guys, I will probably try that before spending money on something else. If all else fails, I may drop your way Alan

 

[gimincorp]

...i picked up an oceanic nano protein skimmer its pretty decent however u must top off every day unless u have an over flow made for it...

It used to be worse for me!
The collector cup would not only overflow, but will be knocked off and over-turned at the beginning. After reading the instructions for it (adjust airflow so the foam level goes right above the rim of collector cup) and adjusting the airflow as said, I'm now collecting only little bit and can do dumps only twice a week.

 

[hediki12]

wat size nano are you thinking of getting? if its a 10g or less you honestly dont need a skimmer.... ive herd there no so good on small nanos. but i have a ac70 moded to a fuge. so i mean its realy good imho. check out nano-reef.com thats there specialty