Skimmer Selection

[Mcg180]

Ok, I have read about as much as I can and need some assistance from the true experts. I am setting up/designing a 210 Gallon reef tank and am at a cross-roads on Skimmer selection. I have read a lot of good things about the ASM (Euro reef knock off) as well as the ETSS. I am looking at both the ASM GS-4 and the ETSS 900. Both seem well received, but the ASM/Euro reef seems to be in the lead. Any ideas, comments suggestions would be appreciated. Trying to minimize as many mistakes as possible. Thanks for any assistance.

 

[ChrisRD]

Hi and :welcome:

Personally, if it wanted the ultimate in skimming power I'd probably go with one of the beckett-type skimmers.

If you want a great skimmer, and ease of use and energy efficiency is also of high importance, then I'd go with the ASM/Euro type skimmer...

JMO.

 

[Mcg180]

Thanks Chris,

One follow up - I understand that the Euro probably is more energy efficient than an ETSS or the beckett type, but I would suppose that the Beckett and ETSS are probably on the same filed energy wise since they both require external pumps. Also, Is a Euro that much easier to use than the beckett style?. Would recommend the MY Reef MR 2 for my application?

Thanks Kindly

 

[ChrisRD]

First let me say that I only have personal experience using the Euro-Reefs and they are very simple to use, pretty low maintenance and very energy efficient.

I've not used an ETSS or seen many in action so I couldn't really offer any opinion there.

I have seen many Beckett types in action and they are very impressive performers. The only complaints seem to be about some models being more "hands-on" with adjustments than say an ER or an ASM which are pretty much plug-n-play.

Not sure if that helps much, but I'll move this to the main discussion (GRD) forum and leave a copy here as well. That way you'll get lots of hits and probably get some feedback from folks who have actually owned both types...

HTH

 

[Ben1]

I too would go with a beckett skimmer, I have tried the euro-reef cs8-3 and my bullet 3 is IME much better. Heres a picture I took when the air intake valve was slightly clogged with salt. It is very easy to clean and maintan.

 

[Ben1]

FWIW, last time a saw a big ETS in action the person had taken the downdraft tube off and switched it to a beckett skimmer and got much better performance.

 

[Mcg180]

Thanks,

I suppose the follow up question would be the any suggestion on the best or most user friendly Beckett type skimmer?

MCG

 

[Anonymous]

Try a Seaclone 3000. :lol:

 

[Anonymous]

I like the becket type skimmers. On a 210 I would use either the MRC MR-3 or MR-4 with dual beckets. I have a MR-2 on my 110 and once I got it tuned I have not had to mess with it.

 

[Anonymous]

http://www.aquadirect.com/store/custome ... 212&page=1

 

[Ben1]

Since we are posting links:

http://www.premiumaquatics.com/Merchant ... ry_Code=PM

http://myreefcreations.com/psstandard.htm

 

[Mcg180]

Thanks for the replies. I think I am going to give the MR-3 a try unless someone convinces me I am crazy. Seems to have a fair amount of positive feedback.

Thanks for the help. As a newbie I am sure I will be back with numerous other quandries and looking for the collective guidance of the seasoned professionals.

 

[Mcg180]

Thanks for the replies. I think I am going to give the MR-3 a try unless someone convinces me I am crazy. Seems to have a fair amount of positive feedback.

Thanks for the help. As a newbie I am sure I will be back with numerous other quandries and looking for the collective guidance of the seasoned professionals.

 

[Mcg180]

Thanks for the replies. I think I am going to give the MR-3 a try unless someone convinces me I am crazy. Seems to have a fair amount of positive feedback.

Thanks for the help. As a newbie I am sure I will be back with numerous other quandries and looking for the collective guidance of the seasoned professionals.

 

[Anonymous]

He's very thankful!

 

[Anonymous]

He is just stuttering.

 

[Anonymous]

He is just stuttering.

 

[Mcg180]

No, I just need to hang on to lay down on the floor.

 

[bleedingthought]

Which skimmer did you end up going with and how's it working out for you? Also, got any pictures of the tank!?