Feedback on Vertex IN80 Protein Skimmers

Just as a point of input or advice on the Vertex IN80 PS. If you are looking at one to buy for your aquarium, you had better think about a few things real good. I bought one for my 75 gallon reef and found that it is a very non-user friendly skimmer. First and foremost, the skimmer is very large and the water level outside of the skimmer needs to be at 8 to 9 inches or it will be an issue. Secondly, the outlet spout must be submerged under water or the skimmer will spew so much excess saltwater and not skimmate. It's a great price for the skimmer, but it is a real hassle to tune it in even after some weeks of it operating. I actually took it back to the store that I bought it from and re-installed my Aqua Remora, which works great for me.
 
Hi Thanks for the input I was looking at buying one of those. In fact that is the one premium aquatics recommended.
of course it was the most expensive one on me pick list so maybe that has some thing to do with it. Anyway Thanks
Joe
 
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