Wet/Dry Filtration Need Help

[WhitM]

Im new to reef tanks and thinking about starting a 75g tank. I was wondering if anybody has any information about Eheim 2227 Wet dry filter. Or could recommend a better option. ANy advice would be helpful

 

[whirley]

If your going for a reef system, drop the wet/dry and buy a good skimmer.

whirley

 

[naesco]

You do not need to invest in a wet/dry. That is old technology.
Do a search here and you will find that almost everyone uses sand and live rock.
Buy yourself a good book like Robert Tullocks, The Conscientious Marine Aquarist and ask questions here before you buy stuff or livestock just as you have done. Welcome.

 

[WhitM]

thanks for the information
i haven't bought anything yet just trying to find the best way to set up a reef tank. Any in formation anyone could provide would be great on lighting, skimmers, good place to purchase lr.

 

[naesco]

I would buy the book, search and read the threads and ask a lot of questions. For livestock always check before you buy and see if someone on the board who lives near you can recommend a good LFS (local fish store)

 

[WhitM]

thanks for the information
i haven't bought anything yet just trying to find the best way to set up a reef tank. Any in formation anyone could provide would be great on lighting, skimmers, good place to purchase lr.

 

[Anonymous]

If this is a standard 75 gallon i.e. an AGA 48"x18"x21" I suggest you purchase one with a built-in overflow do NOT buy the plain jane glass box as you will then either have to have it drilled or get an overflow box - built in overflows are the most trouble-free reliable option. Pick up a simple 20L tank or rubbermaid bin that is roughly 30x12x12 or 18-20 gallons for a sump. Return pump can be as simple as a Supreme Mag 7 or 9.5. Good skimmer choices would include the AquaC EV-120 or if you are on a budget the Kent Marine Nautilus

If you plan on a reef aquarium with a wide variety of corals you will probably be best served with a metal halide lighting setup for that tank. Dual 175's (provided you pick 5500K, 6500K or 10K German lighting) will suffice though I think dual 250's will serve you better.

 

[mariner]

Between those two skimmers, get the Aqua-C. You can find it way cheaper than that advertisement.

 

[whirley]

I'd say that if you are going to invest money, dump most of your money in good lights (MH preferred) and an RO unit.

I myself like the PFO retro's with iwasaki bulbs, but that's a personal preference.

3rd thing I'd say is a skimmer.

And, if you want to save some bucks, try DIY.
DIY sumps, DIY skimmers, etc.

O, if the tank isn't filled, DRILL IT before you put water in it. Makes a world of a difference.

whirley