protein skimmer setup
 

So I have a relatively new saltwater tank. I have live rock and an external power filter for filtration. From what I've read online and in books a protein skimmer is an essential part to every successful saltwater aquarium. I'm looking for some advice on what would be the best setup for my aquarium. Its a 55 gallon FOWLR for now and I have two damselfish and a firefish in it. I don't foresee getting into any real corals with it but maybe an anemone someday. Anyway I'm starting to see a bunch of crud and what looks like an oily substance floating on top of the water from tine to time so I figured this means its time to make the investment. Any pointers would be much appreciated!

Hang On Back Skimmer?
Reef Octopus BH1000
SWC Xtreme hang On Tank Skimmer
Bubble Magus NAC5E Hang On Back Needle Wheel Skimmer

Yeah a hang on back would be fine. Is there such a thing as a sump skimmer? I don't want to get too overly complicated but would be nice to not have a skimmer and a filter hanging on my tank.

Yes there are sump skimmers. I have one and so do lots of people :-)

Oh yea, there are in sump skimmers. All the ones I listed, the companys also have in sump skimmers. Such as
Octopus - Bulk Reef Supply
Protein Skimmer Filer Power Pump Large Aquarium Fish Tank Sal Water New | eBay

i just bought the bottom one 3 days ago.ill let you kno how she runs

Right on!! Very nice. Definately let us in on the info.

no prob!if i have batterys ill get a vid for ya.

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

so i ended up buying that octopus in sump skimmer after looking at all the suggestions you gave me. thanks for the info! I will let you know how it works out 8-)