Deltec MCE600

[R-3]

HAs anyone had any expierience with a Deltec MCE600? I found a real good deal on one and was just wondering. Heres a link. They are supposedly from what ive read the best HOB skimmer money can buy. Later Ryan

http://www.deltecusa.us/proteinskimmers/mce600.php

[corvica]

It is the best HOB, I say buy it if its a good deal.

[Brad]

I have one on my little 30g. Seems like a good skimmer to me.

When I researched the purchase a few folks seemed to have microbubble and noise issues, there were a couple of others that I don't think ever got it right, overflowing and such. Again, this seemed to be limited to just a relatively few people.

I don't really have microbubble problems (simple pipe fitting mod on the outlet) nor any of the other problems I read about. It's a little noisier than I thought it would be but that probably comes with the territory since its not surrounded by a stand. You really have to watch the grommet that guides the impeller to the pump body. It's easy to mount that little part improperly and in general the grommet seems to wear if you don't get it right. This really ups any noise you might experience. It's no problem getting new grommets though, Doug at Deltec is great to work with.

My unit produces consistent, reliable nog. Nothing outrageous but this is on a little tank. Bottom line, I would do the purchase over. If I was getting a deal like you suggest it would be an even sweeter decision.

If you do end up buying or have any more questions before the purchase let me know, I'd be happy to try and answer.

[Ahbrit]

Deltec are overpriced
Just my opinion ~ no flaming me please

My 1003 is an awesome skimmer, but not for the pricetag. it probably pulls just a couple % more skimmate than other skimmers on the market

[R-3]

The only reason I thought about it was that it was a really good deal. A couple hundred bucks off MSRP. Lets see if i get it though. Later Ryan

[impur]

Yah i'm with Ahbrit, but if you are getting a deal i'd go for it. Paying retail for most of these skimmers is a waste of $ IMO. You can DIY one for half the price and have the same performance. Or buy used! :D

[R-3]

It doesnt look like i got it. I pmed the guy 12 minutes after he posted. I guess I wasnt quick enough. Later Ryan

[impur]

Dang. There will always be another!

[R-3]

Nope looks like it sold. Thats RC for ya. Later Ryan