Overkill?

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  1. Greg9MM

    Greg9MM Skunk Shrimp

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    I have a 150 gallon reef tank. I just got my hands on an Eshopps S300 Skimmer. It says its good for 200-300 gallons. Am I stupid to put it on my tank? Eventually I will be going to a much bigger tank than I have now and this skimmer is awesome. I just took it out of the box and its big so I guess I am a little scared to hook it up.
     
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  2. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Overkill, yes! But it should do the job :) I use an S150 on my 125 and absolutely love it!
     
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  3. mdbostwick

    mdbostwick Vlamingii Tang

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    I run one rated for +100 gallons on my 55. I don't think double is too much so you should definitely use it.
     
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  4. Greg9MM

    Greg9MM Skunk Shrimp

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    Its 22 inches tall. Just scaring me with how big it is. lol
     

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  5. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    FWIW, I'm running one rated for 90g on a 29 with no issues. Works perfectly fine. :)
     
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  6. Greg9MM

    Greg9MM Skunk Shrimp

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    Thanks for the info. I couldnt pass it up for the price. So now i just have to take the other one out and put this in.
     
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  7. OPForest

    OPForest Fire Worm

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    Looks nice. My Reef Octopus is rated for a 150 and ive got it on an 80. Its doing a great job too.
     
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  8. Kevin_E

    Kevin_E Giant Squid

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    It won't pull skimmate any faster (that's limited to your waste), it will just be less efficient.
     
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  9. dienerman

    dienerman Corkscrew Tentacle Anemone

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    If you're that scared, lemme know! It would be perfect for my 220 build!!
     
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  10. Greg9MM

    Greg9MM Skunk Shrimp

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    I am def gonna hook it up. I will just keep an eye on it and see if its doing too good of a job
     
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