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[Rick778]

Any suggestions for a protein skimmer for a 14 gal Oceanic Bio Cube? I know they make one specifically for this tank, but don't know if it is any good.

[vitz]

you'll get varied suggestions based on personal preferences/pricing, even shape, heh

there are generally two types-completely in tank, or hob (hang on back)

i think the tunze nano skimmer is excellent

a remora would also be a good choice

these might be a tad 'old school' what with alot of newer manufacturers of nano skimmers futzing about these days-i'm sure more will chime in

[BallPy]

I am in the same boat. But I am looking for something to fit a 2g tank. Not very easy to find something that isnt the same size as the tank.

[MartinE]

you'll get varied suggestions based on personal preferences/pricing, even shape, heh

there are generally two types-completely in tank, or hob (hang on back)

i think the tunze nano skimmer is excellent

a remora would also be a good choice

these might be a tad 'old school' what with alot of newer manufacturers of nano skimmers futzing about these days-i'm sure more will chime in

+1

[maressa]

Hi guys,
The Euroreef nanoskimmers are now out with Alloy MEsh wheel technology. I have one on my RedSea Max tank and this thing is AWESOME! It pulls out more crap then my Deltec MEC600 ever did!
They make them for all different size tanks too! Here's a picture of the skimmer cup after 2 days! My MAx skimmer could not pull this out in two weeks!!!


The mesh wheel generates tons of foam! About a 15 inch tall wall of it in my skimmer!

[The Escaped Ape]

Hmm. Is there a way to indicate that a sponsor is posting?

I'm sure it's a great little skimmer, but it might be a good idea to indicate that you're also selling them as well as reviewing them.

[maressa]

Hi Tom,
Yes, we have been a reefs.org sponsor for years! www.globeaqua.com You can view more pics on our Global Aquarium Sponsor page as well.
We are hobbyists too! This skimmer is running on our Max office tank! Yes, this skimmer is quite the piece of equipment!

[The Escaped Ape]

It's all good. Just people might not know from the username. We need some sort of color for sponsor usernames, like they have for mods etc. After all, you guys will have a lot of expertise people will want to draw on.

[maressa]

Thanks Tom,
Well, I put in my 2 cents as a hobbyist of about 25 years. It really is a awesome skimmer! As I have been told as long as it's not for advertising I am good! So, as I hobbyist I am loving my new skimmer! 10++++ RATING!!!!!LOL!!!

[JimM]

Skimmer on a nano...nah!

Cheers
Jim

[maressa]

Jim,
A few things to note on a skimmer on a nano.
1. If it can pull out waste faster then it's produced it will help lower nitrates!
2. Oxygen exchange is a big plus on ANY size tank! Including a nano
3. On a heavily loaded tank, oxygen levels may drop to very lovels. Very much so at certain times of the night. A skimmer helps saturate oxygen levels.
4. IF your not at home and there is a problem in the tank with a animal dying or a spawning event, a skimmer starts removing the waste VERY quickly.
And the list could go on and on! Any seasoned aquarist will tell you a skimmer is one of the most important pieces of equipment for a saltwater aquarium.
I have one on my RedSea Max which is a 34 gallon. Is that a nano? I'm not sure, but in my opinion is a skimmers benefits are well worth it..........................

[starr]

Hi Tom,
Yes, we have been a reefs.org sponsor for years! http://www.globeaqua.com You can view more pics on our Global Aquarium Sponsor page as well.
We are hobbyists too! This skimmer is running on our Max office tank! Yes, this skimmer is quite the piece of equipment!

Do they come in a hob model?

Starr

[brandon429]

maressa as a hobbyist I agree with your skimmer points (if you get this after 7+ mos) I think it gives a fair perspective to reefkeepers who ask about nanos and skimmers, although I don't use them water changes are fast for the pico crew.

there are a lot of nano keepers that dont use them as well, but we walk a fine line for having one less device that's certainly not an understatement. On the other hand those without skimmers rarely skip on tank maintenance having no lifeline!

I truly believe one day a company will invent a micro pico reef skimmer for ~2 gallon tanks as soon as the craze catches further, give it about a year or so just guessin. It won't have a thimble cup (fills too fast) it will have a misproportioned foam catcher relative to body size and probably would not look like a scaled-down euro skimmer. Too bad I can't envision it well enough to cash in lol just tossin ideas to the corporate guys who read our forums to get sales ideas...