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50 Gallon Aquarium Complete Reef System
- Aquarium Dimensions: 30" L x 23.6" W x 16.1" H
- 10mm High-Clarity Low-Iron Glass with Polished Edges
- External Glass Overflow
- Two-Drain Herbie Overflow System
- Includes RFS23 Acrylic Sump with Adjustable Skimmer Chamber
- Return Pump, Plumbing, and Leveling Mat Included
- APS Aluminum Stand in Black or White with Side Access Doors
The Innovative Marine NUVO EXT 50 Gallon Aquarium Complete Reef System gives you the foundation for a custom reef aquarium with the tank, stand, sump, return pump, and plumbing already selected to work together. Its shallow profile and compact footprint provide room for rock structures, coral colonies, and open sand beds, while the external overflow keeps the overflow box outside the display to leave more room for your aquascape.
The included RFS23 sump offers dedicated space for filtration equipment, and the controllable MightyJet XL return pump lets you adjust flow through the system. Preassembled, glued plumbing simplifies installation, so you can spend less time sourcing fittings and more time planning your reef. Choose a black or white APS stand, then add your preferred lighting, protein skimmer, circulation pumps, and any additional equipment you might want.
The Foundation for Your Custom Reef
The NUVO EXT 50 Gallon features approximately 50 gallons of aquarium volume in a 30" long footprint. Its wide front-to-back dimensions provide room to build depth into your aquascape, arrange rock structures, and give corals room to grow.
The aquarium is constructed with 10mm high-clarity low-iron glass, diamond-edged flat-polished edges, and black silicone. A pre-installed rubber leveling mat supports the tank on its stand.
The external all-glass overflow box sits behind the aquarium, leaving the display free of an internal overflow box. A laser-cut black acrylic weir and slot-cut rear glass panel direct water into the drain system. A Herbie-style arrangement includes a primary drain and an emergency drain, providing an additional drainage path if the primary becomes obstructed.
2 1" drain holes and 1 3/4" return hole connects the aquarium to the included plumbing. The primary drain gate valve lets you fine-tune flow for quiet operation.
The included plumbing kit is premeasured and pre-glued to fit this aquarium and sump combination. It connects the aquarium's drains and return to the sump using PVC bulkheads, unions, and a primary drain gate valve designed for saltwater use.
Assembly requires tightening the bulkheads and unions, eliminating the PVC measuring and cutting that comes with building a reef system from scratch.
The RFS23 sump provides space to house filtration beneath the aquarium. Reinforced double-walled acrylic frame construction, drain-silencing plates with a filter sponge, and polycarbonate lid covers help create a quiet dedicated filtration area.
An adjustable water-height baffle lets you set the protein skimmer chamber to suit your equipment. Included acrylic media cups and Fiber Ball media provide mechanical filtration, with support for 4" filter socks as another option.
- Vertical Heater Compartment with Cord Management
- Laser-Etched Water Level Indicators on the Front and Side
- Refugium Chaetomax LED Light Bracket; Light Sold Separately
- 1/4" and 1/2" ATO Return Hose Barbs
- Four RO/DI Push-Connect Fittings and Cord Management Accessories
The included MightyJet XL submersible DC return pump delivers up to 2,656 GPH and offers seven speed settings through its controller. Adjust the pump output to suit your system, and use the one-touch feed mode during feeding.
Quiet DC operation and run-dry protection add everyday convenience.
Available in black or white, the APS stand uses anodized aluminum for a lightweight, corrosion-resistant foundation that won't warp or swell. Pre-cut closed-cell PVC foam boards, integrated hardware, and top and bottom magnetic door latches complete the cabinet.
The stand arrives semi-assembled and includes a hex torque wrench for setup. Its spacious interior accommodates the included sump, while side access doors make it easier to reach plumbing and filtration equipment during maintenance. A leveling frame with adjustable feet helps you level the system in its final location.
Specifications
- Aquarium Style:Lagoon
- Aquarium Volume:Approximately 50 Gallons
- Aquarium Dimensions:30" L x 23.6" W x 16.1" H
- Glass Type:High-Clarity Low-Iron Glass
- Glass Thickness:10mm
- Silicone Color:Black
- Overflow:External Glass Overflow
- Overflow Box Dimensions:7.9" L x 3.5" W x 5.9" H
- Drain Configuration:Herbie-Style Primary Drain with One Emergency Drain
- Drain Holes:2x 1"
- Return Hole:1x 3/4"
- Recommended Return Flow:1,000–1,300 GPH
- Sump Model:RFS23
- Sump Capacity:32 Gallons
- Sump Dimensions:21.8" L x 18.7" W x 18.2" H
- Sump Material:Acrylic
- Filter Sock Compatibility:4"
- Return Pump:MightyJet XL DC with Controller
- Pump Flow Range:1,062–2,656 GPH
- Pump Speed Settings:7
- Pump Dimensions:7" L x 4.09" W x 5.11" H
- Maximum Pump Power:85W / 24V DC
- Pump Installation:Submersible Only
- Stand Dimensions:30.12" L x 23.75" W x 35.81" H
- Stand Interior Dimensions:26.87" L x 19.31" W x 33.75" H
- Stand Material:Anodized Aluminum with Closed-Cell PVC Foam Boards
- Stand Leveling:Leveling Frame with Adjustable Feet
- Stand Color Options:Black or White
What's Included?
- NUVO EXT 50 Gallon Aquarium
- APS Stand in Your Selected Color
- Leveling Frame with Adjustable Feet
- Pre-Installed Rubber Leveling Mat
- RFS23 Acrylic Sump
- Acrylic Filter Media Cups with Fiber Ball Media
- Drain-Silencing Plates with Filter Sponge
- Polycarbonate Sump Lid Covers with Protein Skimmer Cutout
- Refugium Chaetomax LED Light Bracket
- ATO Return Hose Barbs and Four RO/DI Push-Connect Fittings
- Cord Management Hooks and Adhesive Cord Holders
- MightyJet XL 2,656 GPH DC Return Pump with Controller
- Complete Preassembled Plumbing Kit with PVC Bulkheads, Unions, and Primary Drain Gate Valve
- Primary Drain and Emergency Drain Assemblies
- 3/4" NUVO Return Nozzle
- Stand Assembly Hardware, PVC Foam Boards, and Hex Torque Wrench
| SKU | IM-EXT-50-REEF-SYSTEM |
|---|---|
| Aquarium Type | Saltwater |
| Aquarium Size | 40 - 50 Gallons, 50 - 75 Gallons |
| Dimensions | 30" L x 23.6" W x 16.1" H (Aquarium), 30.12" L x 23.75" W x 35.81" H (Stand) |
| Shape / Style | Rectangle (Traditional) |
| Overflow | External |
| Trim / Bracing | Rimless |
| Total Volume | 82 Gallons |
| Material | Glass |
| Glass Thickness | 10mm |
| Stand Material | Anodized Aluminum + Closed-Cell PVC Foam Boards |

















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