"MonkeyBoy" wrote in message
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|
| I'm setting up my 10 gal reef (LR & LS) currently and was planning
to
| use both a Prizm Skimmer (Deluxe model) as well as an Eheim 2211
| canister filter. Are you saying that it's a bad idea to use the
| canister filter even in conjunction with the skimmer? Don't I need
| some form of mechanical filtration?
|

I was confused about that as well, initially. As I understand it, if
you have an adequate cleanup crew, the mechanical filtration isn't
really needed. A good skimmer is the key. FWIW, Prizm skimmers are
considered pretty poor as far as skimmers go, and having used one, I
can agree. Many skimmers, particularly that Prizm, have a chamber for
filter media, but be sure you rinse it frequently to avoid nitrate
production.

billy


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