Fish: Re: [S&F and Reef Aquariums] Skimmer for 40-gallon Breeder tank

Sorry, won't be sharing any more with any of you.

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From: Danh Nguyen

To: Saltwater_Fish_and_Reef_Aquariums@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, December 30, 2010 6:27 PM

Subject: Re: [S&F and Reef Aquariums] Skimmer for 40-gallon Breeder tank

Actually I would have to disagree on these points.
You CAN build skimmers on your own and even build them much better than the ones being sold out there.
It does take some patience and DIY know hows but it is possible. I know because I have done it.

I would also hardly consider ASM as the "best" by any means, their skimmers do work but are very expensive and their build quality very poor in comparison with many others. In fact all things considered (build quality, pump quality, and pricing) I would consider ASM IMO/IME to be one of the worse out there.

You want good bang for your bucks check out these models instead.   They are far better performing skimmers for the price and built much better.

SWC skimmers
http://www.shop.reeffiltration.com/product.sc?productId=55&categoryId=2
http://www.saltwaterconnection.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1

Reef Octopus skimmers
http://www.aquacave.com/searchresult.aspx?CategoryID=222

Bubble-Magus skimmers
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/products/protein-skimmers/bubble-magus-protein-skimmer?gclid=CLff7dKdlaYCFQRvbAodhFJHpA

Any of the above will skim circles around an ASM skimmer.

On 12/29/2010 8:34 AM, Sissy Sathre wrote:

Marianne, Please don't try to build your own, there is no good plans for a good skimmer out there. I can tell you don't waste your mony on a CRP, they are the same as having nothing, I don't know about a turbofloater, never had any experance with it. I use ASM exclusivly, they are the best skimmers on the market, uses a pinwheel impeller and they are about $150.00 for the size you need. The sedra pump has a 2 year warranity. I hope this helps !

Aquariums by Sissy and coral express.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KojmpmZ-7jk

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From: rickatie1122@aol.com

To: Saltwater_Fish_and_Reef_Aquariums@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 8:40 AM

Subject: Re: [S&F and Reef Aquariums] Skimmer for 40-gallon Breeder tank

Marianne,

    Are you handy? If you build it yourself, you can do it for a lot cheaper than store bought. Google skimmer plans and you will see a bunch....If not, then check out the turbofloter or CPR. I personally don't like either, but Ebay has many used, better skimmers that can save some bucks....or Craigslist...... Rick

In a message dated 12/29/2010 9:25:56 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, marianneh@rose.net writes:

I just purchased a drilled and piped 40-gallon breeder tank with stand, pump, heater and 20-gallon sump. I will be needing lights, wavemakers and a skimmer.

Can you recommend a good, quiet in-sump skimmer for this size tank that would cost less than $200? Something that is easy to install (just plug it in) and comes with its own pump.

Which skimmers should I stay away from (apart from Sea Clone)?

Also I am getting confused about the terms pinwheel impellers, needle wheel impellers, air injection venturi, needle wheel with aspiring venturi, needle wheel pump with venturi air intake, mesh-wheel impeller... Which is best?

Thank you.
Marianne