Skimmer Decision

[CheckSix187]

Hey guys! So im treating myself to a nice quality, new skimmer for an early birthday present.

Ive got a 90 gallon tank and a 30 gallon sump

Does anyone have experience with SWC skimmers? im looking at the Xtreme 160 Cone Protein Skimmer seen here on the bottom of the page http://www.swcskimmers.com/New-Cones.htm

Also if anyone has any other suggestions id be happy to check them out

Thanks guys!

 

[InfernoST]

RO XP2000 Cone

 

[strgazr27]

Bubble-Magus.... But I'm a bit biased

 

[CheckSix187]

Ill take a look at both of those, thank you guys very much

 

[albano]

check with Rick (NYreefnoob) , he has run just about every type of skimmer...:scratchch also expert on ATO's

 

[Breakin Newz]

What's your budget? If it is around $400 then the reefoctopus 2000xp would be the best bang for your buck in my opinion..

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[cisco1717]

reef octopus xp

 

[jerl77]

Bubble-Magus cone skimmer

 

[Breakin Newz]

Knowing your budget would be good, you can spend $200 up to $1000+.. So it depends on what your willing to spend...

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[NYreefNoob]

if price doesnt matter then a atb 840 2.0, also how heavy stocked is the tank or plan for it to be, xp200 cone will be way to much skimmer for that tank . u looking for new or used ?

 

[Breakin Newz]

if price doesnt matter then a atb 840 2.0, also how heavy stocked is the tank or plan for it to be, xp200 cone will be way to much skimmer for that tank . u looking for new or used ?

Atb skimmers are great...

And in a way your correct on the 2000 being to much... But if its going to be heavily stocked it'll do the job, my opinion...

If anything i'd also recommend the smaller unit the 1000XP..



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[CheckSix187]

Hey guys thanks for all the replys! my budgets around 300 and i plan a medium stocked tank, ive looked for the reef octopus unit mentioned earlier but it seems a little more expensive then im ready to pay atm.

 

[NYreefNoob]

vertex in180. killer skimmer 840 lpm of air, might be a little on the bigger side for you. how soon do you need a skimmer ?
also the octo extreme 200 ex or the 160,

 

[wayne]

http://www.reefbuilders.com/forums/equipment/13624-swc-xtreme-200-protein-skimmer-review.html

 

[scooter1010]

I have an SWC 160 for my 90g reef tank. It is AWESOME.

 

[CheckSix187]

Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions, ive been talking with Russ from Saltwatercritters.com and ive decided to go with the Reef Octopus SRO XP1000SSS

http://www.saltwatercritters.com/inc/sdetail/4072

Ill probably get it next weekend and ill let everyone know how it goes, for now its time to redesign my sump >.<

 

[InfernoST]

Good choice, you're going to be happy with it.

 

[CheckSix187]

Good to hear, thanks Keith!

 

[Breakin Newz]

Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions, ive been talking with Russ from Saltwatercritters.com and ive decided to go with the Reef Octopus SRO XP1000SSS

http://www.saltwatercritters.com/inc/sdetail/4072

Ill probably get it next weekend and ill let everyone know how it goes, for now its time to redesign my sump >.<

Awesome choice!