Good Skimmer?

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by SaltyFred, May 25, 2010.

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  1. SaltyFred

    SaltyFred Flamingo Tongue

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    I am on the market for a good skimmer for my apprx 40 gallon. I would like to put it in my sump. What are some good skimmers out there for my size tank? Any insight, reviews, and tstimonials would be greatly appreciated. I would like to know about ones on the low and mid to high price range.
     
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  3. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    I am going to go with the Coralife 125 for my 55g build. I think a Coralife 60 would probably do you good. when shopping for skimmers, or most equipment for that matter, try to go with things that can handle 1.5x - 2x the size tank you have. Skimmers for example, are for the most part, rated when used on low bio-loads.
     
  4. sollie7

    sollie7 Millepora

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    reef octopus

    swc
     
  5. irr0001

    irr0001 Purple Tang

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    I just got a SWC xtreme 120 cone for my 40 breeder and LOVE it. Collection cup had a good bit of junk in it just 24 hours after I took it out of the box. Very reasonably priced and is quite small. Has an extremely small footprint and comes ready to install right out of the box. No assembly.
     
  6. Bzar

    Bzar Astrea Snail

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    what's your budget?

    ime best skimmers rated on value for what you pay are:
    Octo
    Vertex
    SWC (I know the owner so it's not second :)
    BM
     
  7. Kevin3884

    Kevin3884 Tassled File Fish

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    My AquaC works GREAT...and they also have awesome customer service
     
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  9. Jim522

    Jim522 Purple Spiny Lobster

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    I couldnt be happier with my Bubble Magus NAC6. Amazing price, extremely quite, and pulls some really nasty skimmate.
     
  10. CoralQueen

    CoralQueen Feather Duster

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    i definitely have to say the reef octopus i have the DNWB110 and it is amazing!! i love it and even though its a little pricey it is sooo worth every penny 8)
     
  11. SaltyFred

    SaltyFred Flamingo Tongue

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    Thanks everyone!!!!!;d;d;d;d;d