Compact In-Sump Protein Skimmer with Enhanced Control
The new and innovative Reef Octopus Regal 150-SSS in-sump protein skimmer supplies powerful filtration for aquariums up to 210 gallons where sump space may be limited. The Reef Octopus Regal 150-SSS
is constructed of high-quality cast acrylic that disassembles
completely for cleaning. Its hybrid conical body naturally stabilizes
and concentrates the organic rich foam as it rises.
This Regal skimmer is quipped with a new generation Reef Octopus controllable Direct Current VarioS
pinwheel skimmer pump which are the latest in variable speed flow
technology and allows for refined control, enhanced performance and
efficiency. The vast majority of skimmer pumps available to hobbyist are alternating current "AC" pumps (the type of power that comes out of your wall outlet). Direct current pumps have several key advantages over traditional AC pumps.
Most notably, you can control the rotational speed of the motor, thus
electronically control air and water flow rates into the skimmer. Now the user can have the skimmer process more or less water just by the push of a button!!!
Regal 150SSS Technical Specs
Body: 6in
Footprint: 9in x 7.5in
Neck Size: 3in
Total Height: 23.6in
Output Size: 40mm / 1.25in
REFINED CONTROL
In addition to allowing the pump to run at 5 different
speeds, the new VarioS Controller takes the pump to a new level
featuring:
- A float switch connection, which allows you to connect a float
switch (included in the box) to the controller. This is an added
security feature that allows you to shut off the skimmer pump when your
waste collector is full or shut off your water pump when your sump water
has reached a high or low level. In all, you don't need another module
or controller to add a float switch to your system.
- Two different pause/feed modes that will shut off the pump for
either 15 or 60 minute intervals. These come handy when you are feeding
the tank or conducting regular maintenance such as a water change.
- And the best feature of the VarioS controller is a 0-10v input
which will allow a 3rd party controller such as Neptune System's APEX or
Reef Angel to take over the pump and tell it what to do. In this mode,
the new VarioS controller becomes an interface between the system
controller and the pump allowing you to create intricate programs using
your system controller native language. This is unprecedented
controllability on a skimmer or water pump. In essence, you can use your
system controller as your DC pump controller!
The VarioS pump features a
true slow startup where the pump slowly ramps up from zero RPM to the
full preset speed over a period of approximately 10 seconds.
The pump and controller
are connected via a waterproof 3-conductor union. The detachable
controller will allow for a simple waterproof union. The volute can
rotate to change the pump's output orientation in 90 degree intervals, meaning users can output water vertically (up or down) as well as horizontally.
Pump Information
Reef Octopus VarioS Controllable Pinwheel Pump
Power Consumption: 15-25watts
Voltage: DC 24V
Air Draw: 900 lph / 31.5 SCFH*
Water Draw: 238gph
*Air and water results will vary depending on aquarium setup
Warranty
- Two(2) year on pump body
- One(1) year on pump rotor
- One(1) year on skimmer body
Reef Octopus can not be responsible for consequential damages arising
from installation or use of this product. Reef Octopus warrants the
pump to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
use and conditions for the warranty period from the date of purchase.
CoralVue liability under this warranty shall be limited to repairing
or replacing at CoralVue's discretion, without charge. CoralVue will not
be liable for any cost of removal, installation, transportation, or any
other charges which may arise in a warranty claim.
*Reef Octopus reserves the right to change/modify this product without notice.