skimmer question ????

chuck116 · 05-07-2007, 08:34 AM

I want all my equipment out of the way, under my stand. Im going with a 180 gallon 72 x 48 x 48. It seems as though the bigger skimmers wont fit under my stand. I was told the fission model 8103 will do the job. and still fit in my proclear proflex 300 refugium .. any thoughts ????

mps9506 · 05-07-2007, 09:06 AM

I doubt that would be a suitable skimmer. Have you taken a look at the ASM or Euroreef skimmers? You should not have any issues fitting those under the cabinet.

BoomerD · 05-07-2007, 09:18 AM

Would that tank be 72 X 24 X 24? That's 180...the dimensions you give (72 x 48 x 48) would be 720 gallons.

How much height do you have under the stand? Most skimmers for a 180 will require at least 24", and 30-36 would be better.

chuck116 · 05-07-2007, 08:34 PM

sorry initial dementions were incorrect its 180 72 x 24 x 24. the height is 26 the skimmer i am looking at is 21 so when in my refugium it will still fit, i just want it to be enough skimmerbut im not sure if it is. the spec says it will handle 220 gallons. I dont have room to put it outside my stand so im not sure what to do the larger ones i have seen are too tall. also i have room in my sump can i run an additional skimmer of the same size to make up the difference if i cant find one to suit my needs and still fit under my stand?

mps9506 · 05-07-2007, 08:40 PM

How much do you want to spend?

chuck116 · 05-07-2007, 08:57 PM

i would like to keep it under 500.00 if possible i would like to do it one time and the right way if possible.. thanks for the responce..

lcstorc · 05-07-2007, 09:00 PM

The ASM G4 is a great skimmer and 24in tall so it would fit.
The ASM G series is a very good skimmer for the price. $340.00 at Premium Aquatics one of our sponsors.

chuck116 · 05-07-2007, 09:02 PM

thanks i will check them out.

mps9506 · 05-07-2007, 09:05 PM

Make sure it will fit under the cabinet in the sump

Just because you have 26 inches of clearance doesn't always mean you have enough room for a 24 inch skimmer once it is in the sump.

But if it does fit, that would be a better choice than the fission.

chuck116 · 05-07-2007, 09:44 PM

thank you for all your help...im checking height and the sponsors right now...

05-07-2007, 08:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
chuck116 Midas Blenny Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 114 View Gallery Karma Komment	skimmer question ???? I want all my equipment out of the way, under my stand. Im going with a 180 gallon 72 x 48 x 48. It seems as though the bigger skimmers wont fit under my stand. I was told the fission model 8103 will do the job. and still fit in my proclear proflex 300 refugium .. any thoughts ????

05-07-2007, 09:06 AM	#2 (permalink)
mps9506 They misunderestimated me Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 7,013 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? I doubt that would be a suitable skimmer. Have you taken a look at the ASM or Euroreef skimmers? You should not have any issues fitting those under the cabinet. __________________ Mike "The Bandwith Bandit" Help Build Reefpedia Premium Membership Available! Support Reef Sanctuary Sponsors

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BoomerD Reef Shark Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Northern California Posts: 5,613 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? Would that tank be 72 X 24 X 24? That's 180...the dimensions you give (72 x 48 x 48) would be 720 gallons. How much height do you have under the stand? Most skimmers for a 180 will require at least 24", and 30-36 would be better. __________________ Intelligence is not knowing all the answers, but knowing where and how to find them! www.google.com

05-07-2007, 08:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
chuck116 Midas Blenny Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 114 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? sorry initial dementions were incorrect its 180 72 x 24 x 24. the height is 26 the skimmer i am looking at is 21 so when in my refugium it will still fit, i just want it to be enough skimmerbut im not sure if it is. the spec says it will handle 220 gallons. I dont have room to put it outside my stand so im not sure what to do the larger ones i have seen are too tall. also i have room in my sump can i run an additional skimmer of the same size to make up the difference if i cant find one to suit my needs and still fit under my stand?

05-07-2007, 08:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
mps9506 They misunderestimated me Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 7,013 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? How much do you want to spend? __________________ Mike "The Bandwith Bandit" Help Build Reefpedia Premium Membership Available! Support Reef Sanctuary Sponsors

05-07-2007, 08:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
chuck116 Midas Blenny Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 114 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? i would like to keep it under 500.00 if possible i would like to do it one time and the right way if possible.. thanks for the responce..

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lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 17,965 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: skimmer question ???? The ASM G4 is a great skimmer and 24in tall so it would fit. The ASM G series is a very good skimmer for the price. $340.00 at Premium Aquatics one of our sponsors. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back.

05-07-2007, 09:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
chuck116 Midas Blenny Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 114 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? thanks i will check them out.

05-07-2007, 09:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
mps9506 They misunderestimated me Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 7,013 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? Make sure it will fit under the cabinet in the sump Just because you have 26 inches of clearance doesn't always mean you have enough room for a 24 inch skimmer once it is in the sump. But if it does fit, that would be a better choice than the fission. __________________ Mike "The Bandwith Bandit" Help Build Reefpedia Premium Membership Available! Support Reef Sanctuary Sponsors

05-07-2007, 09:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
chuck116 Midas Blenny Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 114 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: skimmer question ???? thank you for all your help...im checking height and the sponsors right now...

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