Protein Skimmer for 50 Gallon Tank (plus sump)

Puff · #1 03-10-2008, 02:07 AM

i thought i would post up a couple of the new skimmers i am looking at and see ppl's opinions on them. i dont have the tank yet, but being slightly nuts im already tracking down exactly what i want for it. it will (hopefully) be a 50 gallon breeder.

im thinking i am going to have a sump running below the tank, maybe 15-20 gallons, and put the skimmer in there. i want a good skimmer, but not one that is freakin loud.

ASM G-1 Protein Skimmer w/ Sedra 2500 Pump

Tunze DOC Protein Skimmer - 9005

Tunze DOC Protein Skimmer - 9205

Euro-Reef RS80 In-Sump Protein Skimmer (very similar to ASM)

similar skimmer, bigger size. Euro-Reef RS100 In-Sump Protein Skimmer

right now im leaning more towards the tunzes. i have the 9002 for my 24 gallon, and although i havent used it much yet, i LOVE the design and the fact that is easily adjusted and SUPER quiet.

that said, ive never used an in sump skimmer, so maybe the ASM or Euroreef would be better.

any input is greatly appreciated

Zylumn · #2 03-10-2008, 06:08 AM

Go with the biggest skimmer you can afford, because if your like me your 50 will soon be upgraded. So the ER 100 would be my choice in your picks with a ER135 preferably.
Kevin

Puff · #3 03-10-2008, 07:01 AM

thanks zylumn.

the thing is, is that i dont have any more space for bigger tanks!! im kind of stretching it by putting this new one in there!

andresont · #4 03-10-2008, 11:00 AM

I would go with the one that mixes at least 600L/hr air or more.

There are so many models and names but air intake is the most important.
i am a Tunze fan just for that and also they are cheep on hydro, super easy to clean and very quiet.

but yeah get the biggest one you can afford.
did you look into ATI ? 2000 L/hr air intake.
Only a Bubble King has that much air intake , but for larger price tag.

http://www.atiaquaristik.com/index.php?id=92,0,0,1,0,0

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http://www.jlaquatics.com/phpstore/s...=ps-rebkmsm250
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Tunze 9010 has 650L/hr air intake
http://www.tunze.com/149.html?&L=1&C..._tunzeprod_pi1[predid]=-infoxunter028

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DOC Skimmer 9010
(9010.000)
Recommended for aquariums up to 1,000 litres (264 USgal.) of salt water.
Small Dimensions: L125 x W113 x H418 mm (L4.9 x W4.4 x H16.8 in.)
Power savings: 230 V / 50 Hz (115 V / 60 Hz) Only 21 W,
Water throughput: 1,200 l/h (317 USgal./h)
Lots of air Air capacity: 650 l/h (171 USgal./h)
Skimmer cup volume: .7 l (.18 USgal.). Equipped with the accessories for internal and aquarium cabinet operation.

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