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Unread 02/06/2019, 11:50 AM   #1
thearnley
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Bubble Magus BM-Curve 5 - Ok for 90-gal SPS Reef?

In the planning stages for a 90-gallon SPS-dominant reef. I've only had ASM skimmers and loved them. However, I need to keep the footprint much smaller. I like the Bubble Magus BM-Curve 5 skimmer but not sure if it'll handle the bioload. Anyone have experience to share on this skimmer?

Been out of the hobby/lifestyle for a few years due to divorce, time and money Hoping I haven't fallen too far behind...lol.

Thanks in advance everyone! All input is certainly appreciated.


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Unread 02/06/2019, 04:11 PM   #2
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A fellow member on here just added one to his SPS/mixed reef tank:

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...560256&page=42

He and some others recommended it in this recent thread too:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2690030

So far it sounded like solid build quality and a good skimmer.

I still don't know why anyone liked ASM skimmers. They were just cheaper EuroReef knock-offs (which were deltec knockoffs) though they functioned just fine. I miss my old ER 8-2...

Good luck with the new tank, and skimmer, and lifestyle.


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Unread 02/06/2019, 04:57 PM   #3
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Yes a BM Curve 5 will do just fine on a 90G system..


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Unread 02/06/2019, 09:41 PM   #4
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Thanks for the input! Appreciated! Think I’ll go with the new elite series rather than the older model. Sounds worth the extra $$.


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Unread 02/06/2019, 09:43 PM   #5
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I’ll have to start a thread when I have something to take a picture of lol


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Unread 02/06/2019, 10:29 PM   #6
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Should be fine. That’s what I’m running on a 120


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Unread 02/08/2019, 07:28 PM   #7
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I have used a curve 7 for several years on a 75g mixed reef. Over the years I've only had to replace the needle wheel 1 time. For the money if it fits I'd suggest get the 7


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Unread 02/14/2019, 02:05 PM   #8
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Thanks, again, for the input. Getting anxious!


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