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HornetMech242
06/26/2007, 01:44 PM
I am putting together a 120G system with a sump of about 30-50 gallons. I do not have a fish list but would like to have it a little above the medium load. The tank is going to be SPS and LPS. I am looking at the Euro-Reef RS-250 because of the rating for a high bio load. But i am concerned that this will be too much skimming for the tank. IS this true, or do i have nothing to worry about and should use it?

Thanks,

Chris
Reef Sponger
06/26/2007, 01:48 PM
The RS250 would be a good choice for slightly larger capacity or potential future growth. I wouldn't settle for any less that RS180.
HPD Turbo
06/26/2007, 01:52 PM
But is there "to much skiming"?
Reef Sponger
06/26/2007, 02:05 PM
That is a debateable topic and there's believers on both sides of the fence.
RichConley
06/26/2007, 02:30 PM
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=10219288#post10219288 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by HPD Turbo
But is there "to much skiming"?


I dont think so, but there is "not enough waste for the skimmer to work properly"
Musho3210
06/26/2007, 02:42 PM
more like not enough waste for the skimmer to work efficiantly....
beez
06/26/2007, 02:44 PM
You have nothing to worry about with that skimmer.

The problem of "overskimming" describes a condition where the skimmer is removing nutrients at such a rate that the corals become starved. This can usually be remedied by simply feeding more, IME. Just my .02:)
HornetMech242
06/27/2007, 01:47 PM
Ok thanks every one. I was going to ge the 180 but seen the 250 is not much more and should just put in the extra fifty bucks and get it.

Chris
markandkristen
06/27/2007, 01:50 PM
hornet a friend of mine has the 250 on his 150 tall 48*24*30 high and he loves it. i think would be a great choice if your planning on sps.
Andrew
06/27/2007, 01:51 PM
There's tons of people on here that have skimmers that are overrated for their tank. It won't really hurt the tank and really is a smart idea in some cases. This would allow you to upgrade in the future and not have to buy a new skimmer. I myself run a skimmer rated for 100+ gallons on my 37 gallon reef and it does just fine. You'll get others who disagree but in your case, a Euro-Reef RS-250 would be perfect. :)
HornetMech242
06/27/2007, 02:19 PM
Awsome, as soon as the RS-80 i have in the for sale forum sells then i will order that one.

Thanks,

Chris