Skimmer recommendations

[kenjr]

im setting up a 215 gallon tank with a diy 75 gallon sump / refug . im trying to do some research so i know how to setup the sump and build the stand . any help would be great ,thanks

 

[tizzo]

Euroreef is an awesome skimmer!
I don't are what all the LFS's are saying about it now, (politics

)
But it IS an awesome skimmer!

 

[joncat24]

MSX 200

 

[scopus tang]

Originally Posted by kenjr http:///forum/post/2565081
im setting up a 215 gallon tank with a diy 75 gallon sump / refug . im trying to do some research so i know how to setup the sump and build the stand . any help would be great ,thanks
If you're referring to the tank stand, I recommend that following thread;
https://forums.saltwaterfish.com/t/298755/scsinets-180g-reef-build
Its pretty awesome.

 

[kjr_trig]

I have an Aqua C EV 240 for my 240 and I am very happy...Great production, and I haven't had to adjust a thing in a month, I highly recommend it.

 

[acrylic51]

What's your budget?

 

[buckeyereefer]

MSX-200 or MSX-250 depending on budget and bio-load!!
you will not be disappointed in this choice. the best bang
for your buck.

also is very friendly on electric'

 

[kenjr]

The budget's not unlimited but not as much of a concern as not having any idea how to do this (sump/fuge , skimmer , return and overflow )thing is . i only now what ive been reading on here..... budget, i guess i can go around $400 ish without a problem , and the bioload will be a little heavy. I tend to think my fish need to eat as much as i do. (sorry , im so slow at posting my replys) thanks to all for helping me out

 

[joncat24]

MSX 200 is $360 plus shipping, but you better hurry before they are all sold out again. Will be 2 months before next batch comes in.

 

[cubsfan]

I was going to buy the msx a while ago but they were sold out so I got the d.a.s. ex2 and love it. You may also want to look into the oct. pro that just came out.

 

[acrylic51]

MSX or ATI would be my choices

 

[psu]

Got a Octopus DDNW-150 recir about 2 months ago for my 150 and love it!

 

[kenjr]

I'm pretty sure i'm going wit the msx 200 ..... but i kind of like the octopus pro 250 also . little more than i expected to pay, but it sounds like it would fit my needs . think its worth the extra $$$$ ?
Product Description:
Latest version of popular design that works by a special wheel inside the skimmer pump which chops the air and water into fine micro bubbles.
Special needle wheel produces more micro bubbles which highly increases the skimming ability compared to our competitor’s models.
Simple to use! Plug it in and set the water level precise twist tube.
Reef Octopus PRO-250 Specifications:
- For In-Sump use only
- Recommended for tanks up to 300 gallons.
Dimensions:
- Overall Height: 22"
- Reactor Diameter: 8"
- Neck Diameter: 4.5"
- Needle Wheel Pump: Skim-Rite1000 pump with Askoll motor that is made in Italy.
- Footprint: 8.5"x14.5"

 

[natclanwy]

I have to second the AquaC EV series I have an EV-180 on my tank and it is by far the best skimmer I have had and requires very little maintence compared to the venturi skimmers I have ran in the past I won't ever go back.