Re: RS Berlin Classic vs. AquaC Urchin skimmer?

agreed that the HOB are unsightly, but if you don't have a sump it's about
your only choice.  and the Pro versions with the Mag 3 in tank do hog up a
good bit of space in the tank and create an eye sore.

kc



"Chimera" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> How ugly is tht to look at ?
> A mag3 in the tank and a smelly/noisy skimmer to look at?
>
> I'd rather use the sump if possible. That way I am not staying awake
> at night worrying about a leak/overflow.
>
> Thanks.
>
> "Dragon Slayer" <koi_man(nospam)@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> > sense you dont have room in the sump for the urchin pro, how about the
> > remora pro w/ mag 3 HOB of your tank?
> >
> >
> > kc
> >
> >
> > "Chimera" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> > > I have a 72g bow with a small (~6g) sump.
> > > The tank has been neglected for the past year- never really got the
> > > reef going past a couple of mushrooms and polyps.
> > > Looking to revitalize it now as the  d i v o r c e  finalizes....
> > >
> > > I've been thinking about buying an Urchin skimmer (not Pro- don't have
> > > the cabinet clearance) to replace my CPR counter current model.
> > >
> > > I've been offered a used Berlin Classic skimmer for $50 (no pump).
> > > This skimmer has a much higher capacity rating (250g) vs the Urchin
> > > (75g).
> > >
> > > My thinking (in no particular order) is like so:
> > >
> > > *Berlin:  Cheap- (good)
> > >           higher rated capacity (good)
> > >           Need a Mag7 in my sump (bad: noise/power/heat)
> > >           Some bad/mediocre reviews (bad)
> > >           Somewhat larger footprint (bad)
> > >
> > >
> > > *Urchin:  More expensive (bad)
> > >           Pushing rated capacity (bad)
> > >           Uses small MaxiJet1200 (good)
> > >           Excellent/good reviews (good)
> > >           small footprint (good)
> > >
> > > Does anyone have a recommendation for me given the above concerns (or
> > > any others)?
> > >
> > > TIA.
> > >
> > > 72g AGA Bow/stand
> > > 6g sump w/QuietOne return
> > > Aiptasia
> > > 36# LR
> > > 4x96w DIY PC
> > > Aiptasia
> > > Halimeda