Yet Another Reef Octopus Question

[RobertTheNurse]

Hey,

I have a 65G with no sump (running a cannister for a year and half). Decided I may add a protein skimmer, and as such would need a HOB as I have no sump.

Looking at the Reef Ocopus classic 1000 HOB. Read a lot of horror stories about overflowing. Wouldn't want to drive anymore OCD I have into this hobby. Have Reef Octopus changed some features and added better safety for this issue ove rather years?

Any other HOB skimmers who have better safety features? Adding a sump at this point is not an option. Was looking at bubble magus but I'm unsure if it'll be able to fit as I have a hood top bracket where the glass top sits on that i think would change the dimensions of the skimmer or not fit properly.

Rob

 

[dank reefer]

I ran an older model Aquamaxx HOB skimmer and it did the job. Quiet and performed very well.

 

[Jekyl]

I have the reef octo classic HoB. I love it. Never had issues.

 

[Jekyl]

Reef Octopus Classic 90 Hang-on-Back Protein Skimmer

Unique skimmer design with cylindrical body which uses the siphon to feed water to the skimmer. This reduces the load on the pump while increasing the air intake. Rated for aquariums up to 100 gallons Powered by Aquatrance 1000 Pinwheel Pump Design reduces turbulence Capable of surface skimming...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

 

[RobertTheNurse]

I ran an older model Aquamaxx HOB skimmer and it did the job. Quiet and performed very well.

Ya...im looking at that but can't find anywhere in Canada who sells them. Most say "out of stock"

 

[RobertTheNurse]

Reef Octopus Classic 90 Hang-on-Back Protein Skimmer

Unique skimmer design with cylindrical body which uses the siphon to feed water to the skimmer. This reduces the load on the pump while increasing the air intake. Rated for aquariums up to 100 gallons Powered by Aquatrance 1000 Pinwheel Pump Design reduces turbulence Capable of surface skimming...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

I have a 65G and was looking into the 1000 Reef Octopus...but in my research A LOT of people complain that this item overflows. Now, I understand many factors can cause a skimmer to overflow...but...can't come home to a pool in my home lol

 

[Jekyl]

I have a 65G and was looking into the 1000 Reef Octopus...but in my research A LOT of people complain that this item overflows. Now, I understand many factors can cause a skimmer to overflow...but...can't come home to a pool in my home lol

I've only had one minor incident in my 2 years of having this. It was due to me not paying attention. Even then you can run a tube to a jug underneath and prevent any chance of it ever happening.

 

[RobertTheNurse]

I've only had one minor incident in my 2 years of having this. It was due to me not paying attention. Even then you can run a tube to a jug underneath and prevent any chance of it ever happening.

Let's say...im not very "handy" lol

 

[Jekyl]

Let's say...im not very "handy" lol

It's simple. The collection cup comes with a built in plug. You just remove the plug and attach tubing then run it to a jug on the floor.

 

[RobertTheNurse]

Awesome!! I could handle that!! Thanks! Now I gotta find a classic 90.