Reef Octopus Elite Skimmers are powered by Apex Ready VarioS DC Pinwheel Pumps.
- Footprint - 16.5" x 12.2"
- Height - 24.8"
- Recommended Water Height: 7.5" - 9"
BRS Recommended for tanks up to:
- Heavy Bioload (Most Common) - 180 Gallons
- Medium Bioload - 250 Gallons
- Light Bioload - 450 Gallons
Reef Octopus Elite Protein Skimmers feature a premium cast acrylic body along with the reliable VarioS DC pumps. Compared to other skimmers in the same category, the Elite series of skimmers are much more efficient and quieter. The wine glass shape body allows bubbles to smoothly transfer up into the collection cup, where many other skimmers use two-piece body designs that create sharp edges and breaks bubbles. Every Elite skimmer comes with an integrated skimmer cup overflow float switch that directly connects to the VarioS pump controller and will shut the skimmer down when the cup is full, eliminating messy and smelly overflows.
Controlling the flow through the Elite series from Reef Octopus is done by the wedge pipe, which can be twisted easily to adjust the water level inside of the skimmer. The other method of tuning is the VarioS pump, which can be adjusted through 5 different speeds which give different air to water ratios. Since not every reef tank is made the same, having multiple methods to control the flow and dwell time can lead to a much more efficient protein skimmer.
- VarioS-6 S DC Controllable Pinwheel Pump
- Apex Ready
- Eliminates Collection Cup Overflows
- Super Silent Operation
- Cast Acrylic Wine Glass Body
- Twist & Lift Collection Cup Removal
- 15 or 60 Minute Feed Modes
- 0-10v Variable Speed Port
Skimmer Specifications:
- Body Diameter: 9"
- Neck Size: 4.75"
- Foot Print: 16.5” x 12.2”
- Total Height: 24.8”
- Output Size: 50mm - 1.5”
- Recommended sump water depth: 7.5" - 9"
VarioS-6 S Pinwheel Pump Features:
- Air Draw: up to 2400 LPH / 84 SCFH*
- Power Consumption: 35 - 70W
- Voltage: DC 36V
*Aquarium set up will determine air and water results.
What's Included?
- Elite 220 INT Protein Skimmer
- Elite 220 Collection Cup & Lid
- VarioS-6 S Pinwheel Pump
- VarioS Control Unit & Mounting Bracket
- Skimmer Cup Float Switch
- Output Wedge Pipe
| SKU | 212073 |
|---|---|
| UPC | 6950291251619 |
| Skimmer Type | In-Sump / Internal |
| Capacity | Light Bioload - Up to 450 Gallons
Medium Bioload - Up to 250 Gallons Heavy Bioload - Up to 180 Gallons |
| Dimensions | 16.5"L x 12.2"W x 24.8"H |
| Diameter | 9" Body, 4.7" Neck |
| Rec. Water Level | 7.5" - 9" |
| Output Size | 1-1/2 in. |
| Air Draw | 2400 LPH |
| Flow Rate | 634 GPH |
| Pump Model | VarioS 6-S |
| Pump Rotor Type | Pinwheel |
| Variable Speed | Yes |
| Power Type | DC |
| Power Consumption | 35 - 70 Watts |
| Power Cord Length | 6 Feet |
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