View Full Version : quick question about skimmers
LT1OwnzYou
01-20-2004, 6:00 PM
Looking to get an internal protein skimmer tonite at the LFS.
Would this be enough for my FOWLR needs?
http://www.petco.com/product_info.asp?familyid=7731&sku=3077350010&tab=3&dept_id=1057&c1=1051&c2=1057&c3=&ct1=Filters&ct2=Protein+Skimmers&ct3=
ben72227
01-20-2004, 7:38 PM
a $29 skimmer? from PETCO? i wouldn't recommend it. the only thing i get from petco/petsmart is instant ocean and sometimes lights/heaters/etc. generally they are more aimed towards freshwater products and only have limited stuff.
if you are buying online, then i would recommend the following sites:
drsfostersmith.com
bigalsonline.com
marinedepot.com
as for skimmers, i wouldn't skimp on one(or for that matter any piece of saltwater equipment). it's an expensive hobby - that's just part of it. IMHO, i would go for one of the better models - aquac remora, cpr bak pak. if you're on a limited budget, then a red sea prizm would be a descent choice. HTH
LT1OwnzYou
01-20-2004, 7:39 PM
I have gotten a few responses on ReefLounge.com
I hear its not bad actually for a 55 gallon tank. I going to give it a shot, if its not productive, return it :)
LT1OwnzYou
01-21-2004, 1:06 PM
Well its been up for almost 12 hours and there is a good bit of foam colleting in the collector cup. HEre are a few pics. It appears to be functioning well.
http://www.atlstreetdemonz.com/misc/skimmer-001.jpg
http://www.atlstreetdemonz.com/misc/skimmer-002.jpg
http://www.atlstreetdemonz.com/misc/skimmer-003.jpg
I have the same one and LOVE IT! I too was skeptical because of the price ($60 CDN) at Big Al's... I haven't noticed any difference between it and the HOB or sump skimmers that I have. It keeps up and does its job! IMO it's a good skimmer for a small tank (<45) on a budget.
kcmo lawman
10-03-2005, 11:08 AM
a $29 skimmer? from PETCO? i wouldn't recommend it. the only thing i get from petco/petsmart is instant ocean and sometimes lights/heaters/etc. generally they are more aimed towards freshwater products and only have limited stuff.
if you are buying online, then i would recommend the following sites:
drsfostersmith.com
bigalsonline.com
marinedepot.com
as for skimmers, i wouldn't skimp on one(or for that matter any piece of saltwater equipment). it's an expensive hobby - that's just part of it. IMHO, i would go for one of the better models - aquac remora, cpr bak pak. if you're on a limited budget, then a red sea prizm would be a descent choice. HTH
I would stay away from the prizm...trust me, I had one. For a limited budget look online for a Coralife Super Skimmer. About $80 + shipping online and a great skimmer. I have one and couldn't be happier with it.
Bradd