Help me choose a nano skimmer

[Townes_Van_Camp]

There are also Chinese knockoffs with the same design at half the price on AliExpress.
I had one and I snapped the drain line glass bit off while cleaning, not a good match for clumsy reefers.

My authentic Japanese didn't break at the stem. But I do agree, They aren't made to throw around. They are however made.to clean nutrients from a reef tank. I've used the tunze, ice cap k1, even an old red sea prism. The Mame out performs all of those by a long long ways. However it could be because I've set the mame up better than the others.

 

[Muffin87]

My authentic Japanese didn't break at the stem. But I do agree, They aren't made to throw around. They are however made.to clean nutrients from a reef tank. I've used the tunze, ice cap k1, even an old red sea prism. The Mame out performs all of those by a long long ways. However it could be because I've set the mame up better than the others.

Mine was also the authentic Japanese, but glass is glass.

 

[afrokobe]

highly recommend against any airstone driven skimmers. They are a pain to keep up with maintenance. If you are going to spend over $100 on a skimmer, get a proper one.

 

[X-37B]

Ran airstone skimmers for years with zero issues.
I run Tunze on my larger systems and I tried the 9001 and its not anything like their 9400 series.

So on my 20g nano I run an air driven skimmer. I need to get a different cup but you can make one for any size nano system for cheap.
You dont need clear pvc. I used it as I had it laying around.
Skims wet or dry just adjust the air volume.

You only need an adjustable air pump some air line and a air stone.

Just another option for anyone wanting a simple inexpensive skimmer design that works.

 

[sunken3]

the only nano sized protein skimmer that i've ever tried that actually works...almost too well for a nano skimmer honestly.

MiniQ Nano Internal Protein Skimmer

Compact Nano Skimmer with USB Charging Drop-in design for AIO or sumpless tanks Built-in bubble diffuser diversion box Redesigned silicone air silencer for quiet operation Water adjustment valve Easy installation Reliable needle-wheel pump USB charging port For aquariums up to 20 gallons The...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

I bought this skimmer and it is awesome... 2 days later I bought another one for my second nano. they are by far the best nano skimmers I have had.

 

[Salty_Northerner]

I like the sound of the BM mini q. Its also half the price (or less!) of other options im looking at. Only trouble is... I cant find it in stock anywhere in the uk right now.

AliExpress sells the same skimmer but under a different name. Try doing a quick search on protein skimmers and I'm sure you'll find it pretty quickly.

As for the other fellow that was saying that he can't get his BM to skim dry, that's because he hasn't set it up correctly. The skimmers will take about a week to dial in and the biggest thing is is finding the correct water level and as long as it's a consistent level all you need to do is adjust the water flow and then you will get any type of skin that you desire.

 

[Salty_Northerner]

highly recommend against any airstone driven skimmers. They are a pain to keep up with maintenance. If you are going to spend over $100 on a skimmer, get a proper one.

Yeah wood air skimmers work great if you don't mind swapping out the wood Stone all the time. They give off extremely tiny air bubbles but that doesn't last for too long as nutrients absorb into the wood and start creating larger than desirable bubbles.

 

[Max Rackstraw]

For those running the BM mini-q... Hows it sound? The tank is running in my bedroom and i would like to be able to run the skimmer 24/7 without it keeping me up when trying to get to sleep! Skimmers tend to make the most noise but ive found some to be much quieter than others. Is it noisy?

 

[j.falk]

For those running the BM mini-q... Hows it sound? The tank is running in my bedroom and i would like to be able to run the skimmer 24/7 without it keeping me up when trying to get to sleep! Skimmers tend to make the most noise but ive found some to be much quieter than others. Is it noisy?

Mine is surprisingly quiet compared to other skimmers that I've had. It's not dead silent, but it's not a loud bothersome sound either.

 

[Muffin87]

Mine is surprisingly quiet compared to other skimmers that I've had. It's not dead silent, but it's not a loud bothersome sound either.

Agreed. Mine can be heard if you are in the front of the tank. Otherwise the noise just mixes with other background noises.

 

[Blue Spot Octopus]

Great info everyone, I just put my IM Fusion 15 on line last night. Decision Decision's

 

[scottkoji]

For those running the BM mini-q... Hows it sound? The tank is running in my bedroom and i would like to be able to run the skimmer 24/7 without it keeping me up when trying to get to sleep! Skimmers tend to make the most noise but ive found some to be much quieter than others. Is it noisy?

I agree with those above. Its a slight hum but nothing that would keep me up and i'm a light sleeper.

 

[nvcheeko]

Iv Had Tunze 9001 tried multiple skimmers Which didnt fit, I think the MAME i got the Ali one and My tank never looked so good i have it plummed through CO2 Media Too. Gives you plenty of Room for stuff in back.

 

[immo]

I run a reef glass, bought it used on here. I don't have any complaints with it (running it on a deskmate). I haven't had any issues with keeping it running or anything. I run it wet, and clean the body out every week or two.

 

[JJT]

Hello everyone,

I'm looking to find the best skimmer option for my red sea desktop pennisula (90L).

Features im interested in:

Silence
Reliability
Capable of a skim that is on the drier side

So far skimmers i have looked at are:

Tunze comline DOC 9001

Red sea desktop skimmer (the one designed for the tank)

TMC Reef Skim 100 nano DC

The logical decision would be to get the red sea desktop skimmer designed for this tank specifically but i cant find any feedback or reviews on it. I also bought the red sea (sicce) circulation pump for this tank and found that it was VERY loud. So im weary of red seas equipment for this tank. If anyone could let me know their experience with the red sea desktop skimmer that would be good.

Whats the best option? Any other suggestions?

What is the space you have for a protein skimmer?

 

[immo]

I have the nano eshopps skimmer and it’s actually pretty good

Do you have trouble with adjusting the eshopps?

 

[Sump Crab]

Do you have trouble with adjusting the eshopps?

No, it’s pretty easy. Just need the room to slide it up and down the back of the tank to find that sweet spot

 

[mushroom_dude]

Icecap k1 nano in my evo
Awesome skimmer been running about 5 months

 

[Townes_Van_Camp]

Icecap k1 nano in my evo
Awesome skimmer been running about 5 months

I have that and it feels like the cheapest contraption ever produced. Kazoo quality materials. It does skim though.

 

[mushroom_dude]

I have that and it feels like the cheapest contraption ever produced. Kazoo quality materials. It does skim though.

You’re not wrong lol