Skimmer for Biocube

[BC1906]

So after doing some research I have decided to get a HOB skimmer for my Biocube 29. I would like to go with Reef Octopus. My question is, should I get the RO classic 100 or the classic 1000? I've heard good things about the classics and also the Aquamaxx HOB-1 but it is a little out of my price range. Would it be worth it to spurlge a little more for th HOB-1 or will one of the RO work just as well?

 

[BC1906]

I have narrowed it down to the RO classic 100 and 1000. Would the 1000 be too much for a Biocube?

 

[mushroomrob]

I'd go with the Reef Octopus HOB-100 if you really can't afford the AquaMaxx. From what I've seen, the AM starts up a lot faster and has a quick break-in period. It'll start producing skimmate overnight compared to the RO. If you really want either an RO 100/1000, I'd just go with the 100 if you don't plan on upgrading your tank. Then again, you can't really overkill on a skimmer. Decisions...

 

[BC1906]

I'd go with the Reef Octopus HOB-100 if you really can't afford the AquaMaxx. From what I've seen, the AM starts up a lot faster and has a quick break-in period. It'll start producing skimmate overnight compared to the RO. If you really want either an RO 100/1000, I'd just go with the 100 if you don't plan on upgrading your tank. Then again, you can't really overkill on a skimmer. Decisions...

I think I will go with the Aquamaxx. It seems like that is truly a better option and for a little more I am hoping it will be worth it.

 

[RickG]

hey really old thread, but in what chamber did you place the skimmer in?

 

[BC1906]

hey really old thread, but in what chamber did you place the skimmer in?

I put it in the first chamber. If you have a biocube you'll need to cut off the plastic mount that the lid is held on with.