Recomended small skimmer

[stickx911]

Does anyone have any recomendations for a good small skimmer. It only needs to process 60-70 gallons (depending on the size of sump I set up next week). I do not need to overdo it and get something the does 300 gallons. I know it may be better, but that usually means bigger (which will not fit in my 5g bucket w/ bio balls and pump) and will be more expensive. I know I'm picky, but does anyone have any good ideas?

Thank you!

 

[xyzpdq0121]

Well, consider that most "recommended" tank sizes for skimmer are WAY over exaggerated, so you should look for something that says that it will do 125-150 gallons. The ones that come to mind that are not that expensive are a Coralife super skimmer, a turbofloter, and an octopus skimmer. Those should give you the most bang for your buck.

 

[purplegorilla]

There is a guy selling one that is perfect for your tank. You can't beat the brand DAS (Dutch Aquarium System), and thats a great price.

 

[mapleredta]

Pending on the load in your tank, you might be able to get away with a Aqua C remora. (HOB)

 

[john e]

I got the Aqua C remora about a month ago and love it for my 45 gallon.

 

[roland jacques]

I have an extra Octopus NW-200 insump modifide to pull 20+ scfh $150 comparable to Das EX-2 or EX-3.

But if you want a NW-type skimmer the new MSX-160 is the best for the buck period ( thier is a waiting list for them)

 

[roland jacques]

PS The Nw-200 is not really a small skimmer.

You want the skimmer to fit into a 5 gallon bucket?? the MSX 160 may be your only good opption

 

[calireefer]

Octopus DNW-110. This is what I'm running on my 75g. You can find them for around $180-210 and you can run it externally.

http://www.aquacave.com/octopus-dnw-110-recirculatingbr-protein-skimmer-983.html#">http://www.aquacave.com/octopus-dnw-110-recirculatingbr-protein-skimmer-983.html#</a>

This might work as well
[IMG]http://www.aquacave.com/octopus-nw-150-needle-br-wheel-protein-skimmer-749.html">http://www.aquacave.com/octopus-nw-150-needle-br-wheel-protein-skimmer-749.html</a>

 

[seedless reefer]

I have some skimmers...........

I have an octopus 110 50 bucks this is in sump only....no pump

CPR bakpak 40 bucks......with pump

Coral life SS 65 40 bucks....with pump

And a Prizm pro 40 bucks with pump