Looking for some recomendations for a new skimmer

Marlin65 · #1 10-18-2009, 07:36 PM

Not sure the vertex will fit I have a max hieght of about 20"
I am just uploading the pictures now.

Myka · #2 10-18-2009, 07:38 PM

20"? Yikes! Don't you know you should build the stand around the skimmer?

Marlin65 · #3 10-18-2009, 07:52 PM

I can go external but would prefer not to.

Here are some pictures to give you a better idea.
Sump

The Tank

Together

fishoholic · #4 10-18-2009, 07:56 PM

SWC (salt water connections) skimmers are nice. Not sure about size wise but here's a link so you can take a look. http://saltwaterconnection.com/index...ath=1&sort=20a

Marlin65 · #5 10-18-2009, 08:01 PM

Those look good but the shortest one is 23" tall
I might get that Vertex in but it depends how the cup comes off.

fishoholic · #6 10-18-2009, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marlin65

Those look good but the shortest one is 23" tall
I might get that Vertex in but it depends how the cup comes off.

That sucks, they are pretty good skimmers I have the 250 cone skimmer with an askol pump.

sphelps · #7 10-18-2009, 08:16 PM

You'll probably need about an 1.5"-2" of clearance for the vertex, it's a gland style oring fit.

The Reef Octopus NWB 110 would fit with room to spare and has a twist lock so additional clearance is minimal.

The Tunze line are low profile and should fit no problem.

leducreef · #8 10-20-2009, 12:57 AM

a vertex i 80 will fit
but i would take a look at the eshopps skimmers i have one works great