after being told by numerous people that a 20g sump just wouldnt cut it, ive decided to go stand shopping. i now plan on using a 55g sump. can you recommend some skimmers for this size, an does this change the return pump that yur previously suggested to me? 800ghp. thanks in advance
120 gallon tank equipment questions
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Oh good. I'm glad you've decided to up the sump. I've got a 20 on my 75g, and I REALLY wish it was bigger!
I'm afraid I can't comment on the skimmer - I'm running a CSS (and am actually relatively pleased with it). As for lighting, though - for what you're planning to spend on that hood, you can buy 2 brand new 250w MH pendants, ballasts, and bulbs. You might want 3 of those pendants for a tank that size, but you very well might be able to find all of them previously owned on various forums for a great price. Just another idea for lighting that would easily allow for stoney corals, clams, and nems.
I'm afraid I can't comment on the skimmer - I'm running a CSS (and am actually relatively pleased with it). As for lighting, though - for what you're planning to spend on that hood, you can buy 2 brand new 250w MH pendants, ballasts, and bulbs. You might want 3 of those pendants for a tank that size, but you very well might be able to find all of them previously owned on various forums for a great price. Just another idea for lighting that would easily allow for stoney corals, clams, and nems.
Any questions you have on the sump, ask here...we have a wealth of experienced reefers who can talk you through any idea's you may have...
Niko
Niko
As far as skimmers go I've read a lot of wonderful things about the Octopus skimmers. They are supposedly some of the best bang for the buck. If you look at any ASM (I have one and really pleased with it) realize that they are no longer producing equipment and you may have issues finding replacement parts.
The larger sump is a GREAT idea. But one of the things you can do if you are handy with wood or know someone that is handy with wood, is cut out panel on one of the sides and then use a type of molding to seal the seam back up.. I would even go so far as to put hinges on it and then mimic the molding on the other side for continuity.
The larger sump is a GREAT idea. But one of the things you can do if you are handy with wood or know someone that is handy with wood, is cut out panel on one of the sides and then use a type of molding to seal the seam back up.. I would even go so far as to put hinges on it and then mimic the molding on the other side for continuity.
I have a Euroreef skimmer for my 120 g. It sits in my 20 g sump and does a great job. The only problem is that w/ this size sump there isn't a lot of room for anything else. I'm looking to build an external 20 g refugium.
If you haven't thought about it yet, consider adding an auto topoff system. It will save a lot of time and effort down the line. That size tank and sump has a lot of surface area for water to evaporate.
If you haven't thought about it yet, consider adding an auto topoff system. It will save a lot of time and effort down the line. That size tank and sump has a lot of surface area for water to evaporate.
is this a good one? and is the price right? http://cgi.ebay.com/Octopus-Xtreme-Reef-Protein-Skimmer-INT-PS-120-NEW_W0QQitemZ160197858733QQihZ006QQcategoryZ46313QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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You know I haven't heard of that model before so I went to the www.octopusskimmer.com website and I didn't see that model listed.. I haven't heard anything about it but I agree with rsw in that the NW200 should be a good one for your system. That one I have read a about that model and have heard very good reports.
Also realize that these skimmers can be "tweeked" to optimize their performance.
But I would also suggest that you probably not just take mine or rsw's word for it and do some reading on the net.
