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Reeferon
07/20/2009, 08:36 PM
I would like to purchase this skimmer for a 40 breeder SPS tank that I am going to set up.

Is this skimmer any good?
Or do u guys maybe think that it is undersized for my set up?

Let me know... Thanks!
skimmy
07/21/2009, 11:13 AM
IMO, the bubble magus NAC6 for $138 is a much better skimmer.
TTU_Reefer
07/21/2009, 01:06 PM
I own it, it skimmes my 75 extremely well and has great improvements over the older model. If you like the Octos it is perfect for your set up, however id look at the bubble magus like skimmy said...
Reeferon
07/21/2009, 02:49 PM
the bubble magus looks real nice and the price is right, but i think it might be overkill for a 40 breeder SPS tank
GSMguy
07/21/2009, 04:30 PM
<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=15391418#post15391418 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Reeferon
the bubble magus looks real nice and the price is right, but i think it might be overkill for a 40 breeder SPS tank

not overkill, just works better than the octo.
FiSHy sAy HeY
07/21/2009, 06:33 PM
Vertex in 80 is doing great on my 55
Mr. Right
07/21/2009, 06:36 PM
I have a NW110 on 37gallon mixed reef (lps/sps heavy) and it does pretty good.
Reeferon
07/21/2009, 06:37 PM
I heard the pump on the vertex is of poor quality and breaks often.
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i think if i can get my hands on a used euroreef rs-80, i will be best off. don't u think?
200mfromocean
07/21/2009, 09:35 PM
The NW 110 is a piece. The pump never functioned properly from day 1, and it was hard to control when it was working. I tried to return pump back to manufacturer and had to buy a new pump because I returned it to him in "filthy" condition. At least I did get a response from them and they were good at getting back with me.