Dec 24, 20 i choose the bh90 over the bh because i heard this body shape is more efficient at skimming. Coralvue technology bh 2000 octopus with external 2000 pump for aquarium filter, 125gallon. I set my salt water tank up 6 weeks ago 125 gall, fish and live rock for the first few weeks my reef octopus hob 2000 skimmer was doing fine, some micro bubbles but not to bad. He also introduces new products and does instructional videos.
Reef octopus classic 90 hangonback protein skimmer bulk. Looks like i could of spread the phosban more evenly. It features a massive water storage tank, and its powered by an exquisite pinwheel pump. Big tanks, big fish, and big rich touring ohio fish rescue duration.
Octopus bh protein skimmer i am having a hard time installing my new octopuse bh skimmer. Cad lights pls50 elite nano pipeless protein skimmer product demo duration. What sets this pump apart is its advanced controller and features. Replaces the diablo 5500s controllable rodc skimmer pump rodc5500s. Reef octopus classic 2000 hang on back skimmer bh2000.
Br70 biopellet combo pack reef octopus bulk reef supply. Just got my reef octopus bh everything is sutup correctly but im not getting enough bubbles. Coralvue technology bh octopus with external pump for aquarium filter, 100gallon 3. This item reef octopus bh90 hang on protein skimmer. This coralvue reef octopus bh50 hob protein skimmer sports a uniquely compact design that is loaded with great features. Reef octopus hangon back classic skimmers are a proverbial favourite. Elite 220int 9 super cone protein skimmer, elite 220sss 9 super space saver cone protein skimmer, super reef octopus sro2000int 6 in sump protein skimmer, reefer 3xl 900 system 240 gal. The sro6000sss reef octopus protein skimmer is for large aquariums and is able to handle up to 735 gallons. After more than a decade, we now have one of the widest range of protein skimmers under the brand reef octopus, which is globally recognised by hobbyists and professionals alike for its product quality and reliability. This is sufficient, but its kind of rickety and there is so much salt build up on the. Ive only had the this skimmer for a few hours so ill do a update later on of the performance. The reef octopus is a skimmer capable of getting the job done, and done well.
Join 3reef now to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. Reef octopus elite 200sss space saver super cone skimmer. Ltd started with a vision to produce high quality products for the marine industry. I choose the bh90 over the bh because i heard this body shape is more efficient at skimming. It uses an aquatrance pump, which is both reliable and powerful and does an efficient job of mixing water flow and bubbles.
I cannot figure out how to properly set this up and it didnt come with a manual. It is very difficult to clean there is no real way to get into the reaction chamber to clean so you have to spray water down into it to get what you can cleaned out, other than that it works great. Reef octopus bh90 protein skimmer overflowing part 1 youtube. But i put about a 4 sand bed and makes it look like alot less rock and added about 5lbs of. Before we begin assembly, lets locate, inspect and identify all components supplied with your new protein skimmer. Octo varios4 controllable dc water pump reef octopus. The reef octopus octo classic protein skimmer hob is a carefully engineered dry hangon protein skimmer with a low profile design. Super protein skimmer ext 4 models available reef octopus. Eshopps is a lesserknown, but trustworthy brand in the reefing hobby. Reef octopus classic 90 hang on skimmer bh90 fragtastic reef. With advance features like a bubble diffusing chamber and a hybrid cone body that reduces and stabilises foam production, it translates to less turbulence in the neck area, and increases the. The essence is a remarkably compact insump protein skimmer that offers a whole new experience in refined saltwater filtration.
Unique skimmer design with cylindrical body which uses the siphon to feed water to the skimmer. If your interested in a reef octopus product or have any questions please feel free to contact us anytime. Reef octopus bh90 is our runner up pick, coming straight after bh 2000. Reef octopus classic 90 hang on protein skimmer bh90 the octopus bh90 or classic 90 hob skimmer is totally a new hang on skimmer, not like your common hang on design, it have a cylindrically main body and use the siphon to feed water in to the skimmer which reduces the load on the pump while increasing the air generated. My new reef octopus bh90 hang on back protein skimmer. Jul 07, 20 im sure this had been done before but i didnt find it on this forum.
Reef octopus classic 100hob protein skimmer our second product in this list from reef octopus has every right to be called a classic and it is a popular choice with many reef aquarium owners. Reef octopus bh90 hangon protein skimmer, 75100 gallons. Coralvue reef octopus bh50 hob protein skimmer get the best value for a smaller water skimmer that has everything you will only find in bigger ones. Need help setting up new hob octopus bh100 skimmer. Reef octopus varios controller 101 t he varios is the brand new dc pump from reef octopus engineered to fulfill the needs of even the most demanding hobbyist. Bh50 multimount protein skimmer reef octopus bulk reef.
We have only 1 model of the psk100h in our lab, and its powering a simple shrimp and goby tank. Theyre called reef octopus luxury systems and advertise as fully functional saltwater systems with a large degree of customization. The video is for guiding how to setup a marine reef octopus skimmer hang on back skimmers. Reef octopus varios controller 101 coralvue current news. The biggest difference lies in the size of these products. Its a bit too large for comfort, but after seeing it action, we can confirm that it works like a charm when placed on large and mediumlarge water tanks and aquariums. So they have some slight differences from the other reef octopus product we mentioned. The eshopps psk100h hob is a reliable hangonback protein skimmer. Our super reef series skimmer is catered especially to the segment of hobbyist and professional with larger aquarium of up to 10,000 litres 2,600 usgal.
Reef octopus gets into the luxury aquarium and stand market. We are responsible for the products as long as its been installed and used properly. With its unique design, the pump is mounted externally and under the actual skimmer body 90hob,hob and 2000hoballowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium and less heattowater exchange. Instant ocean reef crystals reef salt 56 pounds, formulated specifically for reef aquariums 4. By placing the pump outside the skimmer and the aquarium there is no heat exchanged to the water. The new and innovative reef octopus regal 150int insump protein skimmer supplies powerful filtration for aquariums up to 210 gallons where sump space is not limited. Successfully running a reef aquarium without using a protein. Pha is a natural substance produced by bacteria to store carbon and energy which makes it the ideal solid carbon source.
Coralvue blog reef octopus essence protein skimmer 101. I have three o rings, andi dont know where to put them. Coral vue, the company behind reef octopus line of reef equipment, recently debuted with their own line of glass aquariums and showed them at 2012 macna floor in dallas. We sell reef octopus skimmers and products retail and wholesale worldwide. I have a 55gal reef tank and i dont have a sump and was wondering would this be good for my.
Reef octopus bh90 hangon protein skimmer, 75100 gallons bh. This reduces the load on the pump while increasing the air intake. I added a few fish a week ago and still was operating ok with just a few micro bubbles going into the water. The bh90 gets more and a darker skim than my old 100. The reef octopus classic 2000 hang on back skimmer is a unique design of hob skimmer in that the pump is mounted external and under the actual skimmer body. May 02, 2016 reef octopus is a wellknown and reputable brand in the protein skimmer world.
Reef octopus octo varios 6s dc skimmer pump product code. The reef octopus varios water pump features a detachable controller module, high quality ceramic shaft and propeller bearing to reduce wear and tear, and the latest variable speed flow technology for refined control, enhanced performance, energyefficiency and safer operations. Reef octopus bh and fowlr 40 breeder tank duration. Macro aqua m50 mini hangon external protein skimmer, 60 gallon. Reef octopus bh100 protein skimmers are applied to most saltwater aquariums to remove certain organic compounds, including proteins and amino acids, by using the polarity of the protein itself, from the water to stop most of them decomposing into nitrogenous waste. Reef octopus bh90 hang on protein skimmer by reef octopus. Worthless i dont know if ive got it hooked up or set up correctly and i. You can hear the brand being discussed on many reefing forums. We also sell octopus products wholesale to retail pet stores, aquarium maintenance, and any business in the aquarium hobby.
It offers a bubble diffuser that can efficiently clear the sump and make the. Classic protein skimmer hob 5 models available reef. These extensions are designed to extent the neck of reef octopus skimmer to achieve greater improvements in filtration and refined control. Reef octopus overflowing discussion in protein skimmers started by jonathan9573, sep 5, 2012. Most of us have dealt with filters that clog up too fast, or seem to remove only the largest pieces of waste, leaving the tank in an unpleasant state. I just got my protein skimmer today and im having trouble here. The official reef octopus skimmer club page 2 reef2reef. Does the white hose go in the tank with the octopus bh protein skimmer the reef tank. This design also allows for easy removal of the pump for cleaning and maintenance. The reef octopus skimmer cup drain hose is super flexible tubing ideal for use with any reef octopus protein skimmer equipped with a cup drain to attach to a waste collection device. Here is a side view of the return chamber while its running.
I was somewhat happy but after 2 years miserable with the quality of this skimmer. Joined aug 19, 2012 messages 62 reaction score 1 location johnson city tn. Instant ocean seaclone protein skimmer, external hangon or insump. Aug 05, 20 owned a reef octopus bh and a reef octopus bh90. The larger t90 reef octopus 48 gallon luxury aquarium comes in at 35. This means less turbulence in the neck area and more contact time for organic debris to rise and spill into the collection cup. Consumable spare parts are not applicable to the warranty.
Capable of filtering aquariums from 78 to gallons, the classic bh features an easy to install and operate design in which the pump is mounted outside the aquarium. Reef octopus classic 90 hob protein skimmer part 1 of 3 duration. This is my second reef octopus protein skimmer and this one works better than the first, however i have only one real problem with this skimmer. I just order the bh90 and i hope i made the right move. The tanks themselves are made from clear, lowiron glass with black glue joints and come predrilled with a hole in the bottom of the tank for the use of the reef octopus black tube water flow system. Regal 200int 8 internal protein skimmer varios, octo pulse 4 wave pump 4500 gph, classic 150int 6 internal protein skimmer, classic 202s 8 internal protein skimmer, elite 200int 8. Natures ocean 12inch coral base rocks for aquarium, 40pound. Rcv25223 the reef octopus octo varios 6s dc skimmer pump is the latest in variable speed flow technology and allows for refined control, enhanced performance and efficiency.
Rated for aquariums up to 100 gallonspowered by aquatrance pinwheel pumpdesign reduces turbulencecapable of surface skimmingcollection cup is easy to remove to empty. The reef octopus aquatrance s skimmer pump is a direct replacement pump for the newer skimmer models with large grey threaded outputs power consumption. By adding onto the length of your skimmers neck you increase dwell time achieving greater contact time with dissolved organics and allow for higher internal water height settings. Here we cover the essentials of how to assemble, setup and operate your new reef octopus essence protein skimmer. My skimmer is the bh50 works great my tank is mostly lps besides a few montis. Reef octopus skimmers have the 1 year warranty on craftsmanship, one year on the water pump from the date of the retail purchase by the original enduser. This durable, solid acrylic protein skimmer features an adaptive surface water degreasing function with air silencers and a single output. I wish id looked at this before putting it all back together and running. T he essence is a remarkably compact insump protein skimmer that offers a whole new experience in refined saltwater filtration. Rated for aquariums up to 50 gallons powered by otp 300s pinwheel pump small footprint multimount design mounting bracket included for easy positioning collection cup is easy to remove to empty well stocked tank rated up to 30 gallons medium stocked tank rated up to 40 gallons light. The other octopus items can protein skim a tank around a hundred gallons. Great skimmer from reef octopus for use in wet or dry sumps, nano tank overflows and display aquariums. Mar 14, 20 i have heard a lot of good things about the reef octopus brand protein skimmers. The bh 90 gets more and a darker skim than my old 100.
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