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Old 01-10-2009, 09:07 PM
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Check out the Vertex skimmers at J&L...... they are on sale for 25% off while supplies last.

I am going to pick one up tomorrow.

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Old 01-10-2009, 09:35 PM
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Yes i heard some good things about those Vertex skimmer but the problem is the one rated for a 125g is 24 inches high.
Are those Vertex skimmers as good as the bubble magus ?
Thanks for your input
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Old 01-10-2009, 09:57 PM
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Yes i heard some good things about those Vertex skimmer but the problem is the one rated for a 125g is 24 inches high.
Are those Vertex skimmers as good as the bubble magus ?
Thanks for your input
They are supposed as good as Euroreefs.

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Old 01-10-2009, 10:01 PM
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Would the Octopus extreme 160 be a good option?
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Old 01-10-2009, 10:08 PM
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I think to answer these questions your best bet would be to search RC. They have a lot of threads about different skimmers. Some of the threads are dedicated to specific skimmers like "Vertex Club" or "Bubble Magus Club".

I never used to Octopus so I can't really comment.

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Old 01-10-2009, 10:23 PM
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if you have a 125 gal tank the Deltec 600 will work or spend the money on the mini 180 or 200 Bubble king, the ATI skimmer is a fantastic skimmer,but the pumps the ATI pumps on my were hard to get going after a power failure. so that is the only crappy thing about the skimmer is the pump, However the pump is what makes the skimmer any ways
I Have tried pretty much every type of skimmer. so its what you want to for your tank power , quality, plug and play.

I wanted this time for this to be my last skimemr , plug and play and quiet

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Old 01-11-2009, 02:35 AM
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I just got a Bubble Magus BMQQ nano skimmer last week. I've been cleaning it and put it on one of my tanks today. Not on my nano tank, because it required deeper water than my nano sump could provide. I'm impressed by the build quality...it's solid, especially since it's only $69 US including a MJ1200. www.nuocean.com

Chris from there was very helpful. You would be looking at a larger unit but if they are built like this little one, then I suspect they will be okay. I'm going to have to wait about a week for this little guy to break in I suspect and then I'll let you know what I think.
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Old 02-11-2009, 08:43 PM
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If you happen to decide on the Vertex, I believe there have been some revisions and the new models should be available soon. You may want to make sure you are getting the latest version
I believe the new versions have a redesigned bubble plate and the pumps have been reorientated /repositioned eliminateing the 90 between the pump and skimmer

Sorry, didn't notice the 2nd page
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Old 02-11-2009, 08:50 PM
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I love how you cant post about a cheaper skimmer on this board without someone saying you should just get a BK...lol

I think if you have the money, bk no question.
Otherwise, I'm sure people like to know what else is out there at different price points.
I haven't found one bad review of these bubble magus' yet.
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