Insump Skimmers - Question(s)

[SeanCallan]

How much water should an insump skimmer sit in? How much is too much?

What are some good skimmers to handle 150-200gs? My tank is actually going to be 60g with perhaps a 20g sump, but like most ZEOusers, I want to overskim.

[John Brancheau]

Sean,


Water depth kind of depends on skimmer brand, my Euro's work real well with 9 inches of water, but I suppose each one has its own sweet spot.

I woud recommend a euro for that size system, but if money is no object, and if you can work out more room in the sump, maybe the BK, or Deltec would do the trick.

John

[SeanCallan]

You know, I might just go with a Euro, do you really feel it competes with the rest?

[John Brancheau]

Sean,

I would definatly not knock a euro, price and ease of set-up is money well spent, just upgrade on their size guide..

Your size tank, I would think a CS8-1 would be great...A re-circ would even be better........

[Aquatic Image]

You may also want to look into a H&S 150-F2001.
But I am kinda partial to them

[SeanCallan]

Aquarist, can you direct me to a site that has information and pictures of the skimmers?

[Aquatic Image]

Sure. Click Here

Edit: Also if you would like I can take more pics of it if there are any certain areas you would like to see better.

[Diesel3443]

Hey guys dont count out the ASM g-2 best all around bang for your buck skimmer

[Orion76]

I like Schuran for small skimmers

[SeanCallan]

Ok, I guess I've got some reading to do.

Euro, ASM, H-S.

I guess it'll come down to which I can find the best deals on.

Thanks for the link aquarist!

Where's a good place to shop for Euros and ASMs?

[Aquatic Image]

For Euro check Marine Depot. I am not sure about ASM, I am pretty sure I can get those from one of my dist. though.

[nyfireman3097]

hey guys what about a 240g tank what do you recommend ?
Nick

[SeanCallan]

Aquarist, it's not urgent, but when you get a chance, could you check? It's going to be a couple months before I buy but I'd prefer the ASM (it's nice to my wallet)

[Aged Salt]

Nick, if you're looking at pinwheels, check ER & H&S. Alexander used a H&S on his 300g until recently, when he received the B-K Bob

[nyfireman3097]

Whats he doin wit his H&S ?
Nick