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WaterssretaW
02/26/2008, 06:39 AM
is there any HOB out there rated for 150+ gal tank?

luke33
02/26/2008, 07:40 AM
The only one out there that may be close is the blue turbofloater 3000 as it suposedly does 35scfh. I would recomend getting a sump, as that will save you trouble in the long run.

str1988
02/26/2008, 08:35 AM
Have you thought about a Tunze? I have a 9015 and it works fine. I use a Tunze magnet for mounting in the back corner of a sumpless tank. I also have a 9005 in the sump of another tank and it works fine as well. If you decide you want to add a sump the 9015 comes with the parts needed.

steveoutlaw
02/26/2008, 11:07 AM
Deltec MCE600. Best hang on skimmer out there.

kdblove_99
02/26/2008, 03:34 PM
Deltec probably is your best bet. BUt agree i would most definetly get a sump. Its cheap and easy and then you can get a real skimmer

luke33
02/26/2008, 03:45 PM
How do you guys think the deltec is the best? It pulls 400lph air, which is no where near good enough for a 150g tank? The rogue does around 800-900lph with a mag 5 and the turbofloater does 900-1000lph air? And i'd still suggest a sump as it adds much more to a tank than just a skimmer.

happyface888
02/26/2008, 07:26 PM
For a tank that size, get a sump. If you can hang a hob get a hob overflow. Go with lukes advice.

OnlyCrimson
02/26/2008, 07:53 PM
Actually i have been reading a lot of good things about the turbofloater 3000 blue. It is quite expensive though.

hahnmeister
02/26/2008, 07:59 PM
ZC technic Cylon. Look it up.

saltysupply
02/26/2008, 08:01 PM
tunze doc skimmers but they are in tank

luke33
02/26/2008, 08:20 PM
http://www.underwater-shop.com/product_info.php?cPath=23&products_id=321

I don't think there's anyway 500lph can handle a 150+g tank imo, and its not available in the US.