Ive been thinking about upgrading my old CADLIGHTS skimmer. AC pump is mandatory. My tank is 100 gallons display (4'x2'x18"), and 34 gallon-ish sump (Ruby 36 Trigger). I would call my bio-load heavy although that is debatable I guess. I have a Yellow Tang, Small Copperband (going in soon), Leopard Wrasse, Coris Wrasse, Mel. Wrasse, Diamond Goby, Tailspot Blenny, Clown and another little Tangaroa Goby. I feed twice a day... do regular WC of course... I would consider that a heavy load for a 100 + sump volume. I aim my Nitrates for around 5 give or take and keep the Po4 detectable. Based on the footprint available in the sump and cabinet space, I have narrowed it down to 3 choices. Which one would you pick?
The Red Sea RSK 600 is the highest gallon rating for heavy load at 150 gallons. It also has a lot of features. This may be overkill for my bio-load and tank volume, but it will fit in the space provided.
The Eshopps S-200 is rated for heavy at 120 gallons. It is the most expensive.
The Reef Octopus Classic will fit and is rated for a heavy load at 90 gallons. It is also the least expensive by 100 bucks. Total water volume... I'm not sure after scape and equipment so this is pushing it for heavy load it seems, but I know they are reliable.
Thanks for the suggestions!
The Red Sea RSK 600 is the highest gallon rating for heavy load at 150 gallons. It also has a lot of features. This may be overkill for my bio-load and tank volume, but it will fit in the space provided.
RSK 600 Reefer Internal Protein Skimmer
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The Eshopps S-200 is rated for heavy at 120 gallons. It is the most expensive.
S-200 Space Saving G4 Protein Skimmer
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The Reef Octopus Classic will fit and is rated for a heavy load at 90 gallons. It is also the least expensive by 100 bucks. Total water volume... I'm not sure after scape and equipment so this is pushing it for heavy load it seems, but I know they are reliable.
Classic 152-S 6" Internal Protein Skimmer
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Thanks for the suggestions!