Skimmers, Skimmers and more skimmers

[rm41400]

So here are the skimmers I think might work for my 120gal. They all seem to be about the same class/price. The H&S has a pump so its more exp but I have an extra mag 18.

Help me pick one. The other models by these companies dont seem like they will fit under my stand. I like ASM but the G3 I would want just wont fit.

Barr Aquatics
SK1220: $399
SK1220: 26" high x 7" x 10" (75-300 gallon systems)
Mag 18 would work

EuroReef CS6-2 Plus Skimmer w/pump
Price:$369.95
All CS models include SEDRA pump(s) SPECS:
Height 24"
Foot Print 10 ½ x 11
Diameter 6"
Ideal Tank Size 125 gallons
Sedra 5000 pump

Precision Marine Bullet 2 Skimmer

Quantity in Basket:none
Code: PM-BULLET2
Price:$369.95

6.25 x 10�
Overall Height 24�
Base Dimensions 6.25 x 10�
Inlet Size 1� Barb
Outlet Size 1.25� FPT
Ozone Compatible Yes - Included Port
Pump Recommendations GENX PCX40, Sedra 12000, MAG18
Capacity 250g





AqauaC-EV240
Price:$399.95


Height: 26"
Footprint: 10.75" x 6.75"



H&S 250 gal

Pump: AquaBee 2001/38w
Diameter: 6"
Height: 20"
Footprint: 7"x14"
Output: 1 1/4"




Quantity 2 item(s) available
Weight 20.00 lbs
Price: $599.99



MR-2
10.5�x7�x8� 24.25� tall
300gal
Mag 18
$299.00

Barr Aquatics EuroReef CS6-2 Precision Marine Bullet 2 AqauaC-EV240 H&S MR-2

[reewik]

I love the ER.. They are a great skimmer. Just typre in Euro-Reef and read about them... Nice price too.

[luger]

I personnaly like the mr2,but a genx pcx 40 would be way better.

[fishdoc11]

I am getting a Barr Aquatics so you know what my choice is. My other choice would be the PM. Any of them would work well IMO. If you are willing to spend the $600 for an H&S you might also look at Deltec. You will get more "bang for your buck" out of the beckets IMO but they will also be a little harder to get used to.

[rm41400]

Well spending $600.00 was not the plan unless it would get me something way better than the other $300-$400.00 options.

I am kinda thiking about the SK1220 or the MR-2 now. I think the ER is a good option but I think I would get a little more bang for my buck using either the barr aquatic or the mr2 with my new mag 18. They have a higher tank rating than the ER listed above.

I got a really good deal on a mag24 and decided to use it as my return pump instead of my mag 18. So I have a mag 18 just waiting to be used....

[fishdoc11]

Do you have a chiller?

[rm41400]

no not yet. my tank is at like 77* with a heater. I just have 2 48" flurecents though.

[luger]

your mag is not pressure rated so i wont work well with a mrc skimmer.

[fishdoc11]

The two mags are going to add A LOT of heat to your water unless you run them external. It IS true that a pressure rated pump will drive a becket better but a Mag of that size will also work just not as good:)
For a good inexpensive exernal pressure rated pump I would recommend a GenX PCX55. I think Premium Aquatics has them for ~ $140.

[picture the reef]

I debated the skimmer issue for several months before going with an H&S. I even had the opportunity to participate in the ER beta test program but after doing extensive research I wen ton and spent the extra $$. Best built skimmers on the market IMHO. The Eheim pumps are what I feel to be one of the great points of these skimmers.:)

[rm41400]

Hi guys I have the oppurtunity to buy a used (about 1.5yr) CS8-2
Euroreef for $350.00 shipped. They Go for around $540.00 shipped to my door new.

Should I get for my 120gal tank?? I know I have had alot of good suggestions and if this dont pan out may try something else from above.

[Whaledriver]

Get the ER CS-8-2. The wider width gives you better bubble flow. The needle wheels also will use alot less electricity and and less heat. I would say this is the best bang for the buck. You even beat out an ASM skimmer since you got the ER used.

[rm41400]

Thanks!

Anyone else?

[RCS]

Well, slap me for it, but I run a Won Brothers Clean-Up 125 skimmer on my tank, in a secondary dedicated "skimmer sump" that keeps a consistent water level so head pressure on the pump never varies and almost no adjustments are ever necessary. Pulls about a cup of skimmate ever 3-4 days or so on my lightly stocked 155.

I really think a lot of your skimmer's "performance" has to do with outside variables, rather than the skimmer itself (unless it's just junk to begin with).

[RCS]

Almost forgot to mention, they run about $80, pump included (brand new).

[reewik]

Sounds like a great deal to me and as stated I am an ER man...

[rm41400]

I just sent $340.00 for the CS 8-2 ER. Now I just pray he sends it.... lol.

Thanks for the reccomendations everyone. I guess I cant go wrong with the ER. It may not be the best but I've had a bunch of reccomendations for it. Besides its at a good price and the pic makes it look like it is in really good condition.

[reewik]

Congrats, let us know how it turns out...

[fishdoc11]

IMO you made a good choice. Whenever you can find a good skimmer used at a good price jumping on it's not a bad idea;)

[rm41400]

sweet!