Best Skimmer for 75 Gallon

[Potatohead]

I've been doing some research as well, I have a PSK100 I am generally happy with, but I am upgrading tank size and will likely need a replacement at some point. I like the look of the IceCap skimmers, they use the same Sicce pump as the Eshopps, which is a good pump. Reef Octopus spave savers look pretty nice too, along with the Nyos but they're obviously pretty pricey and aren't actually reviewing all that well from what I have found on other forums.

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by Potatohead

I've been doing some research as well, I have a PSK100 I am generally happy with, but I am upgrading tank size and will likely need a replacement at some point. I like the look of the IceCap skimmers, they use the same Sicce pump as the Eshopps, which is a good pump. Reef Octopus spave savers look pretty nice too, along with the Nyos but they're obviously pretty pricey and aren't actually reviewing all that well from what I have found on other forums.

Funny you say that... I saw the IceCap the other day when I was browsing Reef Supplies. I wish people would take the time to write a review (good or bad) so it would give others a base line. Cosmetically it looks great and has a decent footprint for the price. I had also looked at the 2 Reef Octopus space saver models. I'm thinking if I went that route I would require the 150SS to adequately handle my bio load. It's a big purchase and I want to get the best bang for my buck $$$.


Keep the opinions, experiences and options coming!!!

[Potatohead]

Originally Posted by DKoKoMan

Funny you say that... I saw the IceCap the other day when I was browsing Reef Supplies. I wish people would take the time to write a review (good or bad) so it would give others a base line. Cosmetically it looks great and has a decent footprint for the price. I had also looked at the 2 Reef Octopus space saver models. I'm thinking if I went that route I would require the 150SS to adequately handle my bio load. It's a big purchase and I want to get the best bang for my buck $$$.


Keep the opinions, experiences and options coming!!!

Here's a thread on RC about them.

They are very new, they have only been out about six or eight months, so that's likely why you're not seeing a ton of reviews.

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...cecap+skimmers

[Reef-Geek]

Reef Octopus Classic 150SSS

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by Reef-Geek

Reef Octopus Classic 150SSS

Are you currently running it?

[kyl]

I have the Icecap K-120 on my 65 +20L sump. It's pulling out dark skim at about 7 1/2" water height with 5 fish and I'd say higher than average feeding.

Very quiet, pulls about ~49w and has a small-ish footprint as well if that matters. I've never used another non-nano skimmer, so I can't comment on alternatives. I've been happy with the purchase, construction quality is good.

[DKoKoMan]

Originally Posted by kyl

I have the Icecap K-120 on my 65 +20L sump. It's pulling out dark skim at about 7 1/2" water height with 5 fish and I'd say higher than average feeding.

Very quiet, pulls about ~49w and has a small-ish footprint as well if that matters. I've never used another non-nano skimmer, so I can't comment on alternatives. I've been happy with the purchase, construction quality is good.

Thanks for the feedback! Sounds like it is working well for you. My tank isn't much bigger so it should work the same. I was looking at the IceCap K-120 specs and it states it will handle a light bio load for 120 gallons. Noise is a pretty big deal to me as well, so it sounds like it doesn't run to loud.

Kyl how is the adjustments on the skimmer? How was the break in period?