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[411cottam]

I am new to saltwater. Ive read a few books, but am still confused on a fitration. I have a 55 gallon tank, and plan on setting it up with only fish. Could you please give me some suggestions on a fiter and protein skimmer.

 

[jester]

This can be tricky. How much can you spend?

 

[scott270]

i would go with an emperor 400 and a cpr bak pak emperor about 70 bucks skimmer about 180 have seen them cheaper on ----

 

[jester]

i'm running the same emporer with a seaclone skimmer. 45 for the emnporer, 70 for the skimmer. the skimmer is'nt necessary at first but is good to have

 

[marine fanatic]

I have a 55 Reef tank with twin Emperor 400's, Twin EBO-Jager heaters, 3 PH's and a Berlin Skimmer...seems to be working for me.

 

[marine fanatic]

Opps,
Emperor 400: $69.99 from Pet Co.
EBO-Jager Heater: $16.99 from LFS
PH's: $15.99 from Pet Co.
Berlin Air Lift w/pump: $50 from Pet Co.