Filtration question

[Fox]

Originally Posted by Myka

What skimmer did you buy?

Thanks for all the replies!!

I picked it up on boxing day at Big Al's and asked for a medium-high end and they suggested the Coralife Super Skimmer...its rated for up to 65 Gallons which is double my tank size...hopefully they didnt steer me wrong...I havnt opened it yet so hopefully its a decent one...

[xtreme]

I would try to return it and go for something else. Vertex, Euro-Reef, Deltec, ASM are all much better skimmers. I have seen coralife's in action and they are definitely NOT high-end skimmers. Big Al's in Calgary doesn't really have quality equipment and I would assume the one in Edmonton is similar. If you are on a budget look for a used one on here as you will be much happier with a decent used one than a coralife, which you would probably end up upgrading soon anyway. HTH

[Black Phantom]

Somebody at Big Als has a very different outlook as to what a higher end skimmer would be. Take it back and check out some of the skimmers Xtreme listed. Or check here to see if anyone has a good used skimmer for sale.

[Myka]

I agree with both the last two posters. Those Super Skimmers are anything but super! They also have a nasty tendency to flood your floor. I agree with the list Xtreme put out, except for the Vertex which my vote is still out. I might buy one to check it out for myself though. HAHA.

[fkshiu]

Originally Posted by Fox

Thanks for all the replies!!

I picked it up on boxing day at Big Al's and asked for a medium-high end and they suggested the Coralife Super Skimmer...its rated for up to 65 Gallons which is double my tank size...hopefully they didnt steer me wrong...I havnt opened it yet so hopefully its a decent one...

The CSS is a medium low end skimmer.

[mark]

For what Big Al's carries it is a medium to high end.

I picked up a SS65 a while back for a QT and though does skim, it also leaks and can be a pain to adjust.

[Rbacchiega]

alright, so now that we've all agreed that the Super Skimmer should be returned...I should ask,

Are you even running a sump system?

That will also determine what type of skimmer you'll need to get. If you're going with a sump, go crazy! Match the display tank volume in your sump (so get another 33 gallon tank) If not, your choice in quality skimmers narrows a bit

[Fox]

Originally Posted by Rbacchiega

alright, so now that we've all agreed that the Super Skimmer should be returned...I should ask,

Are you even running a sump system?

That will also determine what type of skimmer you'll need to get. If you're going with a sump, go crazy! Match the display tank volume in your sump (so get another 33 gallon tank) If not, your choice in quality skimmers narrows a bit

No, I hadn't planned on running a sump...Maybe in the future but not to start...

[mark]

Originally Posted by Fox

No, I hadn't planned on running a sump...Maybe in the future but not to start...

Easier to drill before everything becomes established

[xtreme]

I'd recommend a sump. There are many benefits to having one. And drilling the tank is the way to go.