Thinking about a 75 or 90 gallon reef ready tank- what skimmer?

[jasno999]

I would eventually like to get a 75 or 90 gallon main tank that is reef ready with bottome that is drilled for connection to a sump. I would probably build theh sump to be a combo sump and fuge.

Basically I would like to do all my filtration and heating, etc in the sump. So I would need to get a skimmer for the tank. I used to one one of tose crappy seaclones and it never worked and eventually broke but I did nto need it for my 10 gallon reef tank anyway.... For this larger tank that I want to keep fish in I would need one..

So the question is what skimmer would be best for me????

I have heard great things about the aqua remora C skimmer.... But I just don't know what would be best. Is there another skimmer out there that is just as good or better? I am lookign to keep my cost down but I do realize you get what you pay for when you buy a skimmer so I would rather something that works well then a cheapo skimmer....

Anybody have any ideas. Plust it might be nice to have one that sits in the sump- but maybe a hang on back skimemr would allo more room for LR in the sump.... I don't know.

[Otty]

Aqua C EV240 would be good for that tank. My next upgrade will be to a EV400 or something equivenant. I have used the Remora Aqua C on a 55g and love it. That EV240 can go in or beside the sump.
AquaC - Protein Skimmers!

[jasno999]

No other opinions?

[emtp380]

I am running a EV-120/500 mag pump, on my 90 gal. main & 30 gal. sump. works great.

[omard]

Originally Posted by jasno999

No other opinions?

Yep, split the difference of above...and get a (AquaC EV-180)

Love mine. (on 125 gal)

[cuttingras]

Here's my opinion of the AquaC Remora

This 1st pic is the Old Skimmer. I won't mention the name, cause it's JUNK....You get what you pay for when skimmers are concerned.


The 2nd is the AquaC Remora......Nuff said! (pic taken 5 min ago)

[Jason McKenzie]

If your looking at a 75G or 90G might I suggest a 120G. I know most people have space limitations but all these tanks are 4 foot long. Only the width is different.
That being said. There are a ton of skimmers you could use for an in-sump skimmer
Aqua-C
Deltec
Octopus Skimmers
Bubble Master
Bubble King
Euro-Reef
H&S

Of course the biggest difference between all of then is cost.

J

[a1amap]

I also have posted around for a new skimmer. On 3reef I was recomended Life Reef, Deltec, Bubble King and Octupus. Which Skimmer would you buy if starting over

I have a friend who has a beautiful 65 gallon tank and he used and swore by AquaC. He had the Aquac Ev120. After posting on many forums I plan on either the Ev240 or the EV 400 for my future 210 gallon. There is a mod listed to take the EV240 up to par with the EV 400. Will have to reserch this more.

AquaC EV-240 Protein Skimmer by MICHAEL
Experience Level: Expert
Posted on 8/19/2007 from SAN BERNARDINO, CA UNITED STAT

Comments: Awsome Skimmer! Produces lots of foam. If you replace the 3/4 injector with a 1 inch injector and use a mag-18 this skimmer performs like an EV400. Strips my tank clean.
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.

From AquaC EV-240 Protein Skimmer With Mag-Drive 12 Pump (Saltwater Aquarium Supplies > Protein Skimmers > In-Sump > Spray Injection > 150 to 350 Gallons )

Here is the spec sheet from AquaC
AquaC protein skimmers • technical specifications
Model Height Recommended Pump Footprint Foam Tower Tank Size
EV-120 18" Mag 5, DP-560, Rio 2100 4.75" x 8.5" 4" OD 40-150 gallons
EV-180 20" Sen 700, Mag 7, Rio 3100, DP 800 (valve recommended) 5.55" x 9" 5" OD 60-200 gallons
EV-240 26" Sen 900, Mag 12, DP-1200, Iwaki 30-40 RLT, Little Giant 4MDQ 6.75" x 10.75" 6" OD 80-350 gallons
EV-400 32" Mag 4, Iwaki 40-55 RLT 6.75" x 10.75" 6" OD 100-450 gallons
EV-1000 32" Iwaki 70 RLT 9" x 12" 8" OD 300-1000 gallons
EV-2000 42" Iwaki 100 RLT 9" x 12" 8" OD 500-2000 gallons
Model JG Fitting Bubble Size Water flow-thru rate Volume of foam produced MSRP
EV-120 optional .03-.05 mm 225 gph 90 cubic inches $299
EV-180 optional .03-.05 mm 275 gph 135 cubic inches $339
EV-240 standard .03-.05 mm 550 gph 320 cubic inches $399
EV-400 standard .03-.05 mm 700 gph 475 cubic inches $479
EV-1000 standard .03-.05 mm 950 gph 750 cubic inches $649
EV-2000 standard .03-.05 mm 1200 gph 1100 cubic inches $799



I am getting one, just going to check into the mod first to see if I can save a buck. Both options are around $500 clams with the pump.
Al

[tinnghe]

so does it actually sit inside the tank or is the pump inside and the skimmer outside?

[coral reefer]

Aqua C EV120 or 180!