Skimmer question

[sra_chipmunk]

I picked up a 120 gallon and I'm looking for a skimmer. I found a Bubble Magus Curve 7 (link below)

https://www.reefspecialty.com/bubble-magus-curve-5-in-sump-needle-wheel-protein-skimmer-w-bubble-plate-1065.html">https://www.reefspecialty.com/bubble-magus-curve-5-in-sump-needle-wheel-protein-skimmer-w-bubble-plate-1065.html</a>

It's says the tank capacity is for 185gal - 240gal. The model below this curve 7 is only rated for 140gal.

Now here's my questions, with my added sump water volume, should I get the curve 7 or the smaller model? I don't want to get a skimmer that's to much for my system but then again I don't want to get one that's not enough for my system. What are your thoughts?

Who's had good experiences with Bubble Magnus?

 

[jbdreefs]

I think it is better to go larger. There're several "rules of thumb" that suggest getting a skimmer rated for more than your actual water volume.

My vote is for the larger of the two.

 

[elfloyd]

It really depends on your bioload. Most skimmer stats are for a lighter bioload. I would go with the Curve 7.

 

[sra_chipmunk]

I'm planning on a decent amount of fish and coral for this tank.

 

[elfloyd]

If you can swing it... here's an option...

http://www.reefdynamics.com/INS135-Protein-Skimmer-p/ins135.htm">http://www.reefdynamics.com/INS135-Protein-Skimmer-p/ins135.htm</a>

Or even here:

[IMG]http://www.atlantareefclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=97878">http://www.atlantareefclub.org/forums/showthread.php?t=97878</a>

 

[camellia]

Larger is better on skimmers

 

[sra_chipmunk]

I think I'm gonna go with the bubble Magnus curve 7