Protein Skimmers
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lion_crazz
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As cheap as $100, and as expensive as $700.
Depends on the size of your tank.
The skimmer I bought for my tank was $250 and it works excellent.
Depends on the size of your tank.
The skimmer I bought for my tank was $250 and it works excellent.
I'm Only 12 I Don't Have The Money for That.
fishtanker
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you could always build your own Counter current skimmer using PVC pipe, an air pump, and a powerhead.
here the one i built for my 110...it onl cost me $50 in parts at home depot.
here the one i built for my 110...it onl cost me $50 in parts at home depot.
robchuck
Active Member
There are quite a few skimmers available for less than $100, and some even less than $50. Check out the trading and classified section for used skimmers. You can usually pick up a half-decent one for around $100.
By the way, I've seen some skimmers that sell for prices in the thousands!
By the way, I've seen some skimmers that sell for prices in the thousands!
msd2
Active Member
Wow starting young in the hobby =)
Id echo what was said previous you do get what you pay for. I started with a cheapo skimmer and finally replaced it with a Euroreef. It did cost but its totally worth the money.
The other thing, and not to be harsh but this hobby is really expensive and not for the faint of wallet. Im not sure what your setting up but I would highly suggest going fish only or fish with live rock only.
Id echo what was said previous you do get what you pay for. I started with a cheapo skimmer and finally replaced it with a Euroreef. It did cost but its totally worth the money.
The other thing, and not to be harsh but this hobby is really expensive and not for the faint of wallet. Im not sure what your setting up but I would highly suggest going fish only or fish with live rock only.
