Skimmer for reef tank. - Brooklyn Aquarium Society

Sasha · March 31st, 2009, 03:53 PM

I am working on putting together a 90 gallon reef tank and was wondering what skimmer should I buy for this size tank. Please help

**stevem** · March 31st, 2009, 08:48 PM

I love the Aqua medic turboflotors 1000, they run anywhere from $200. to $300. dollars
They have an in sump model or a multi which can be used in sump or hang on.
I also have used and like the Aqua C skimmers
Both pretty easy to use and maintain.

**alazandv** · April 1st, 2009, 04:12 PM

I've had great success with Turboflotor 1000 Multi. First I had it hanging on the side of the tank but the scum that collects in the cup once went over the top and spilled on the floor. I moved it into the refugium and since then I haven't had any problems. Great skimmer and pulls a lot of gunk on daily bases.

bderen · April 1st, 2009, 04:15 PM

you shouldn't cheap out of the skimmer. It's very important to buy the best skimmer you can afford keeping it mind that it fits under your tank. Some larger skimmers will not fit in the sump or under the tank and might have to be plumbed in separately.

**stevem** · April 1st, 2009, 06:20 PM

I have tryed the cheaper skimmer, ( those $69.00 Special)and in the long run it cost you alot more.
They just don't work that well, and they need constant adjustments.
I have went through 3 cheap ones, what a waste.
Spend the money on a better one, and you will not be sorry.

Sasha · April 6th, 2009, 09:18 AM

OK, I think I am going to get the turboflotor multi 1000, i've read good reviews online.

bderen · April 6th, 2009, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sasha

OK, I think I am going to get the turboflotor multi 1000, i've read good reviews online.

you should be very satisfied

March 31st, 2009, 03:53 PM	#1
Sasha Egg Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NJ Turnpike Posts: 16 Rep Power: 0	Skimmer for reef tank. I am working on putting together a 90 gallon reef tank and was wondering what skimmer should I buy for this size tank. Please help

April 1st, 2009, 04:12 PM	#3
alazandv Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 37 Rep Power: 0	I've had great success with Turboflotor 1000 Multi. First I had it hanging on the side of the tank but the scum that collects in the cup once went over the top and spilled on the floor. I moved it into the refugium and since then I haven't had any problems. Great skimmer and pulls a lot of gunk on daily bases. __________________ There comes a time in this hobby when it's just cheaper to silicone around the windows.

April 1st, 2009, 06:20 PM	#5
stevem Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 687 Rep Power: 32	skimmer I have tryed the cheaper skimmer, ( those $69.00 Special)and in the long run it cost you alot more. They just don't work that well, and they need constant adjustments. I have went through 3 cheap ones, what a waste. Spend the money on a better one, and you will not be sorry.

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

March 31st, 2009, 08:48 PM	#2
stevem Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Brooklyn Posts: 687 Rep Power: 32	I love the Aqua medic turboflotors 1000, they run anywhere from $200. to $300. dollars They have an in sump model or a multi which can be used in sump or hang on. I also have used and like the Aqua C skimmers Both pretty easy to use and maintain.

April 1st, 2009, 04:15 PM	#4
bderen Egg Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 44 Rep Power: 0	you shouldn't cheap out of the skimmer. It's very important to buy the best skimmer you can afford keeping it mind that it fits under your tank. Some larger skimmers will not fit in the sump or under the tank and might have to be plumbed in separately.

April 6th, 2009, 09:18 AM	#6
Sasha Egg Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NJ Turnpike Posts: 16 Rep Power: 0	OK, I think I am going to get the turboflotor multi 1000, i've read good reviews online.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)