Reefplumber13 Member Supporting Messages 2,283 Reaction score 442 Location Douglasville Oct 2, 2024 #1 I'm looking at getting a nyos quantum 160 protein skimmer. My question is are they good skimmers, and do they have any issues? Thanks in advance
I'm looking at getting a nyos quantum 160 protein skimmer. My question is are they good skimmers, and do they have any issues? Thanks in advance
hzheng33 Moderator Staff member Supporting Messages 2,140 Reaction score 2,346 Location Peachtree Corners (Near Norcross High School) Oct 2, 2024 #2 Reefplumber13 said: I'm looking at getting a nyos quantum 160 protein skimmer. My question is are they good skimmers, and do they have any issues? Thanks in advance Click to expand... Good protein skimmer but a tad overpriced in my opinion for its load
Reefplumber13 said: I'm looking at getting a nyos quantum 160 protein skimmer. My question is are they good skimmers, and do they have any issues? Thanks in advance Click to expand... Good protein skimmer but a tad overpriced in my opinion for its load
ecoreefguy Well-Known Member Supporting Messages 803 Reaction score 848 Oct 2, 2024 #3 I’ve used them a lot, for the money, they kinda suck. Overflows a lot. But they are pretty quiet. For a similar price one look into the Octopus Regal INT.
I’ve used them a lot, for the money, they kinda suck. Overflows a lot. But they are pretty quiet. For a similar price one look into the Octopus Regal INT.
Reefplumber13 Member Supporting Messages 2,283 Reaction score 442 Location Douglasville Oct 2, 2024 #4 I'll be getting it used. So I won't be paying retail
ichthyoid Trustee Staff member Supporting Messages 4,382 Reaction score 2,556 Location Cherokee Oct 2, 2024 #5 Not a fan of Nyos, used or not +1 on Reef Octopus Regal INT, the 150 model would be ideal for a 120. The Varios DC pump is variable speed and ultra reliable.
Not a fan of Nyos, used or not +1 on Reef Octopus Regal INT, the 150 model would be ideal for a 120. The Varios DC pump is variable speed and ultra reliable.
billyocean Well-Known Member Supporting Messages 738 Reaction score 1,250 Location Acworth Oct 2, 2024 #6 They are a pain to restart if you unplug or lose power sometimes.
hiimsean Well-Known Member Supporting Messages 3,066 Reaction score 1,546 Location Acworth Oct 4, 2024 #7 ichthyoid said: Not a fan of Nyos, used or not +1 on Reef Octopus Regal INT, the 150 model would be ideal for a 120. The Varios DC pump is variable speed and ultra reliable. Click to expand... I don’t have experience with Nyos but I love my RO Regal. It works great, never requires adjusting, quiet, and pulls some nasty sludge.
ichthyoid said: Not a fan of Nyos, used or not +1 on Reef Octopus Regal INT, the 150 model would be ideal for a 120. The Varios DC pump is variable speed and ultra reliable. Click to expand... I don’t have experience with Nyos but I love my RO Regal. It works great, never requires adjusting, quiet, and pulls some nasty sludge.