skimmer?

leonel04 · #1 10/02/2007, 04:35 PM

i have a 72 bow gal. mix reef tank with a 20 gal. sump and want to upgrade my protein skimmer.. any advice on a good skimmer brand and model for my system

bertoni · #2 10/02/2007, 04:53 PM

Moved to the equipment forum for more views.

I'd probably look at a Euro-Reef, but there are lots of skimmers on the market.

CruzinKim · #3 10/02/2007, 05:04 PM

ATi Bubblemaster 160 is currently on the top of my list. Other high performance skimmers for your tank size, is mini Bubbleking, H&S, Deltec, and EuroReef for needlewheel type skimmers.

USC-fan · #4 10/02/2007, 05:10 PM

How much are you looking to spend?

You can get a DAS ex-1 for under $300. Its a good performing skimmer but it also big.

leonel04 · #5 10/02/2007, 05:56 PM

my budget is bet. 200 or 250, and also will like to get a hang on type for my sump.. thanks

CruzinKim · #6 10/02/2007, 06:01 PM

Even the best hang on skimmers really don't work as well as the in sump skimmers. Don't rush into your decision, do a lot more research.

kodyboy · #7 10/02/2007, 06:42 PM

yeah if you have a sump get an in-sump unit or an external recirculating skimmer. I would go with a DAS ex-1 on a 72 myself.

leonel04 · #8 10/02/2007, 07:06 PM

thanks guys for the advice..

mg426 · #9 10/02/2007, 07:11 PM

The DAS ex-1 aint a bad idea at all.