What tank should I buy????

[MalawiMd]

I would like to get a low maintanence nano tank - if there is such a thing. Anyway, I have had good luck with reef tanks in the past, and I would like to try my luck with a nano.

However, I would like to get the whole tank in one package. The last tank I had was a 110 gal DIY and it ended up taking all of my time. Anyway, I am looking at spending less then $200 for the setup. I would like the tank to be 24 gallons or less. Actually, I would like it to be more like 15 gallons or less. I would prefer a self contained tank with all the fixin's already attached and ready to go. I just want to keep two small fish and some soft corals.

Does anyone have a suggestion/place to buy?

[Drewpdog]

12 gallon cubes are cool get the lux hood tho

[Kyle6357]

if you shop around the 24g Nano goes for $199.

[MalawiMd]

Okay, so I have been looking around this site and I've seen some pretty cool nanos. Maybe I should just build one.

So maybe someone can answer a few questions for me.

First, do I need a protien skimmer for a nano?

Second, do I need a sump?

Third, how much flow do I need for a small tank?

I could probably put a plexiglass divider in the back of the tank and use it as a top cleaner and a fuge. That would probably be easier so I don't have to top it off every day.

[mister crabs]

most people get by with water changes since most protien skimmers are too big for our all in one style nanos.
Again....most dont use a sump either but some have modded an Aquaclear HOB filter into a mini refugium...works well.
most people with 10-15 gallon tanks use only one powerhead with either a rotating diffuser or maybe a two way split made outta locline

[wav3form]

cadlights.com has a 9 gallon that included t5 lighting. Here's a link.

http://www.cadlights.com/product_info.php?cPath=2&products_id=34

[mister crabs]

gwet yourself a 12gallon nanocube dx from drsfostersmith.com u get a discount for being a reef central member and its only like 140 bux

[DRC69]

24 AquaPod for about $169.00
Good lights.
Up-grade pump from stock w/ MJ1200.
You can do the fans later. NO skimmer, just water-changes.
A couple of gallons every other week would be good.
Have FUN with it.

[noschmo]

24 gallon nano cube.