Plz help me chose a HOB skimmer

[32Bit_Fish]

I'm looking to buy a HOB protein skimmer for my 38G tank.
What would recommend among these three skimmers?
CPR Aeroforce, AquaC Remora and an Octopus (not sure what model is the best one).
I appreciate any inputs.

 

[Euroreefer]

Go with the CPR aeroforce, you wont be disappointed. Ive had all 3 and the best is the aeroforce. You can pick one up from Jim/ Russ/ saltwatercritters.com

 

[32Bit_Fish]

Go with the CPR aeroforce, you wont be disappointed. Ive had all 3 and the best is the aeroforce. You can pick one up from Jim/ Russ/ saltwatercritters.com

Thanks Euroreefer.

What do u think about the Warner Marine H1? It seems they hid the powerhead inside of the skimmer. It looks pretty neat.

 

[Euroreefer]

From what I have heard they arent worth the price, and take up alot of space.

 

[jackson6745]

I would look for a used deltec mce 600. I never used the aeroforce but it does look damn good.

 

[32Bit_Fish]

I would look for a used deltec mce 600. I never used the aeroforce but it does look damn good.

Thanks for your input. I've decided to go with an Aeroforce.

 

[ryangrieder]

anything aquaC i have heard nothing but good about. for the money its a great skimmer. listen to jrobbins thing on his podcasts and he talks about them.

 

[seldin]

I have an Aqua C pro HOB, same as regular but larger. If you go that route, I would get the biggest pump size for the model with the drain. The drain is a great feature, that is used, so you don't overflow the cup, and it drains into a container. In addition, this HOB is nice, because you don't have to worry about water height, if you don't have a sump. Plus Aqua C tech support is the best.

As you will see, some people love these HOBs and others hate them. I have tried others and like this one for the features mentioned above.

Just remember, that in sump skimmers are much better.

Hope this helps.

 

[cowfish]

How big is your tank?

The Aeroforce is nice, but I wouldn't want it for anything bigger than a 55g tank.

 

[32Bit_Fish]

how big is your tank?

The aeroforce is nice, but i wouldn't want it for anything bigger than a 55g tank.

38g

 

[Euroreefer]

For 38 gallons the aeroforce will work nice. I have it on my 40 breeder and its constantly foaming up.

 

[MisterTickle]

Reef Octopus BH100SS works great.

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopus-bh-100ss-br-hang-on-back-protein-skimmer-1011.html

Less than the remora and still a great skimmer or if you wanna shell out some more. I run mine on a 29 gallon and its kinda ugly on the back but it does its job.

http://www.aquacave.com/reef-octopu...otein-br-skimmer-with-filter-system-1013.html

Comes with filter chamber.

 

[miked]

I have a used MCE DELTEC 600 that I would sell for $275. It works great!

 

[32Bit_Fish]

For 38 gallons the aeroforce will work nice. I have it on my 40 breeder and its constantly foaming up.

I have so many small tiny air bubbles floating at the water surface. Hopefully the skimmer can break the water surface better and eliminate the bubbles.

 

[Euroreefer]

You can always point a powerhead at the output of it to burst them quickly.

 

[fernandokng]

There are better skimmers out there than the remora. And unless you want the constant sound of an airplane in your living room, I'd stay away from it. That thing is loud, finicky, and not to sightly. The customer service is great, but the performance is not. For those who think remora work well, switch out of it to something else, and you'll see how other needlewheel skimmers work even better. (trust me from experience)

I wouldn't go with CPR either. I'd go with the Warner Marine. Better service, and if you upgrade, you can use it as well.

Do a google search for your reviews, and there's tons of information out there on these skimmers.

 

[32Bit_Fish]

The WM H1 doesn't fit onto a standard fish tank. It seems to be it was designed for a rimless fish tank. It would be a pain to mod my fish tank while the tank is fully set up and running.

see link to that thread below.

http://www.reefcentral.org/forums/showthread.php?t=1619528

H1 is also more expensive than a CPR aeroforce.