in-sump skimmers vs external

[crimsoncoral]

Ok. I'm looking at buying a Euroreef skimmer. However, I'm not fond of the in-sump skimmers because it has always been a battle for me as far as how high one should elevate them in the sump. Has anyone else struggled with how deep a skimmer should physically be in a sump in order for it to work optimally? More specifically are Euroreefs difficult to position in the sump? Thanks.

[blue]

I have never personally used a euroreef but from have researched them they seem to be an extremely easy skimmer to use you dont need to elevate it at all its one of those set it and forget it skimmers. If i had the money i would have got one. I thinks its a great skimmer and if you can afford go for it. JMO

Blue

[Ironreef]

http://thereefweb.com/skimmer_comparison.htm worth a look. Fwiw the only reason I didn't buy a euroreef is I want to bealbe to use out of sump and use any pump= no limits. I use a becket skimmer. I've seen 8" euroreefs in action. They are good but I belive my skimmer is better But any top brand or diy are about the same.

[golfish]

You don't need to raise the skimmer unless your water level in the sump is more then 10" Even then I'm not so sure....

I don't have my instructions, but I think the best water level needs to be 7-9" in the sump.. Like any in-sump skimmer you should keep the water level consistent, But then you should do this regardless of the skimmer.