Suggestions on a protien skimmer anyone??

[Aquaskilz]

Hey Guys.

Im starting a small salt water (30g) Right now I have a penguin Bio-wheel running on it (330)and a older model fluval 3. It has aragomaxx sand for substrate just to give a little insight.

I want to purchase a protien skimmer. Book recommends the
Seaclone Protien skimmer. I was wondering about the Prizm Deluxe. Any suggestions?? Oh.... didnt add any salt yet. Should I go with Insant Ocean, Reef Chrystals or some other brand??

Thanks !

 

[DeltaUguy]

As far as salt goes I use Instant Ocean and am happy with it. Over all I don't think there is much difference between the different brands.

Fluval 3, that's a canister filter right? If it is you can probably take it off, you won't need it especially if you're already running a penguin 330.

As far as your protein skimmer, the Seaclone is ok, I hear mixed reviews on it, as is the same with the Prism. You should look at the CPR Backpak skimmer as well. Here's a link:

CPR Backpak at MarineDepot.com

What do you plan on keeping in your tank? How much live rock do you plan on having?

 

[mogurnda]

I'm with DeltaUGuy. Instant Ocean is my salt of choice, and either the CPR BakPak or AquaC Remora if you don't have a sump. You won't need the other filters, although the Penguin, without the biowheel, will be good for filtering debris. The biowheel will become a salty mess. Just be sure to clean it regularly so that it doesn't become a source of nitrate.

 

[BrianH]

Another recommendation for IO, and the Aqua C Remora or the CPR Bak Pak. If you already plan on spending the $$$ on a prizm pro, get a remora. A much better skimmer at about the same price.

Brian

 

[greeneyedlady]

IO and Remora, can't go wrong

 

[Aquaskilz]

Live rock and fish selection-(30gal)

Thanks guys! I really appreciate your suggestions.

To Delta: (or anyone)
I dont know what selection of fish to chose. For a thirty gal. Im sure it would have to be small. I open for suggestions.
Also, how many pounds of live rock do you think I need??
Any advice on which online aquarium supplier has the best live rock. Im taking into consideration: price, quality/color, shipment, precured, etc. I live in NY. The best price I seen for live rock was 5.99-6.99 perlb. The rock had some pretty nice color to it and I believe it was precured/.

 

[latazyo]

I got my LR at www.liverocks.com great guys, great products

I'd say 40-50# for your tank

and I also use IO

 

[Aquaskilz]

Thanks latazyo. Ill check it out
PS> This may be a stupid question but what does IO stand for?

 

[latazyo]

Instant Ocean

 

[liquafaction]

INSTANT OCEAN........ I also have problems with everyones short hand......lol... have not been in the game long enough, but can usually figure it out