Hang On back Protein Skimmer Looking to Upgrade Suggestions..??

Hello i have a 125 gal AllGlass Aquarium Reef im looking to upgrade my Seaclone 110 Protein Skimmer was just looking for reviews and suggestions on any good Hang on Backs...Thanks Rocky

 

My Deltec MCE600 is brilliant, but pricey. I'd highly recommend though!

 

check out the Bubble Magus BMQQ HOB. quality skimmer, basically a deltec knockoff but about 1/8th the price... WAY cheaper, excellent build quality

 

http://www.3reef.com/forums/protein-skimmers/best-hang-back-skimmer-79139.html

 

Thank you for all your support....Karma for all....

 

How is the BMQQ anything like the MCE600? or are you saying it is a MCE300 knock off? The MCE600 seems so well lauded from all reports that it would seem to me to be the ultimate HOB.

There is an in-tank BMQQ, and a true HOB (external) version it seems. The BMQQ only draws 180lph of air, which I would not consider enough for a 125g reef.

For a 125g, the only HOB I would consider is the MCE600. With some patience, you can sometimes find them used for as little as $300.

ATB makes a cone skimmer called the Multi-Use, but it is even more expensive than the MCE600.

You could also go with a Tunze 9010 in-tank skimmer, which has a discreet footprint.

Also, two smaller skimmers like two Warner Marine H2 Version 2 skimmers (newest generation w. bubble plate) may be nice...but as expensive as the MCE600 or ATB.

Lastly, could you drill your tank and get a sump? You will have many more (& less compromised) options that way...

 

There have been some good HOBs out lately. I will second WM H2.... but lik ewas said above, they do have their compromises. Any way to go to a sump and get a sump skimmer, or are you not thrilled about a siphon overflow?

Holy Crap.... I was just looking at SWCs HOBs.... wow...32 scfh is nothing to laugh at.

 

I for one am not thrilled with the siphon overflow...wouldn't use one myself...but some people do.

Wow indeed, that SWC HOB looks pretty nice. Looks much like the drool-worthy CNC-Marine HOB that is no longer available...I would research that one as well. Has a Sicce pump that is proven but from what I have read the stock Sicce volute has reduced performance when the impeller spins backwards on some starts.

 

I don't find it to be a big deal. The Sicce water pump does not have that issue, but when you put a needle wheel in it changes that. The stock volute is a directional volute, so if it starts backwards, the flow is a bit diminished. I have one on my K2, and it does not bother me. It starts right 80-90% of the time. You can tell when it does not, but it will still perform. I personally would not let that be a deciding factor. I have not regretted it with my choice. SWC is a solid company. a sicce can handle up to a 150-180 for sure. WM put out a red wheel that is getting 38 scfh.

 

Thank you so much for all the help and input on this thread im gonna do some researching and go for it when i first started this hobby with my buddy years ago we went buy the Dont need the best to have a reef now down the road i think the best will make life alot easier ..Thanks Again..PS do i have 2 drill for a sump ive really been thinking of them....