IceCap K3-100HOB Hang On Skimmer

<h2>IceCap K3 100 HOB Protein Skimmer</h2> <p>The <strong>IceCap K3 100 HOB Protein Skimmer</strong> is a compact hang-on-back protein skimmer designed for aquariums up to 140 gallons. Its remarkably low-profile body requires minimal space behind the aquarium, while the externally mounted pump helps reduce heat transfer into the aquarium water.</p> <h2>Convenient &amp; Functional Design</h2> <p>Designed for easy installation and efficient operation, the K3 100 HOB provides powerful protein skimming performance without taking up valuable space inside your aquarium or sump.</p> <ul> <li>Hang-On-Back Design</li> <li>Suitable for Aquariums up to 140 Gallons</li> <li>Remarkably Low-Profile Body</li> <li>Minimal Space Required Behind Aquarium</li> <li>Externally Mounted Pump</li> <li>Reduced Heat-to-Water Exchange</li> </ul> <h2>Built to Last</h2> <p>The IceCap HOB DC skimmer body is constructed from high-quality acrylic and features the efficient and controllable <strong>DCAIR Pinwheel Pump</strong>. The pump creates an ideal mixture of water and air for effective waste removal with convenient push-button control.</p> <ul> <li>High-Quality Acrylic Construction</li> <li>Controllable DCAIR Pinwheel Pump</li> <li>Efficient Water &amp; Air Mixing</li> <li>Quiet Operation</li> <li>Efficient Waste Removal</li> </ul> <h2>Bioload Handling</h2> <p>Protein skimmer performance is directly related to the aquarium's bioload. The K3 100 HOB is rated according to the amount of biological waste being processed by the aquarium.</p> <p><strong>Bioload Ratings — Excluding Sump:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Heavy Bioload:</strong> 60 Gallons</li> <li><strong>Medium Bioload:</strong> 80 Gallons</li> <li><strong>Light Bioload:</strong> 140 Gallons</li> </ul> <h2>K3 100 HOB Features</h2> <ul> <li>Impressive Performance</li> <li>Remarkably Low-Profile Body</li> <li>Efficient &amp; Quiet Operation</li> <li>Solid Construction</li> <li>External Pump</li> <li>New Float Switch Overflow Protection</li> </ul> <h2>Technical Specifications</h2> <p><strong>Footprint:</strong> 8.8" x 3.5"</p> <p><strong>Maximum Mounting Width:</strong> 1.57"</p> <p><strong>Total Height:</strong> 24"</p> <p><strong>Cup Drain Size:</strong> 8mm ID / 12mm OD</p> <h2>DCAIR 1.0 Pinwheel Pump</h2> <p>The K3 100 HOB utilizes the efficient <strong>DCAIR 1.0 Pinwheel Pump</strong> to provide the air and water mixture necessary for effective protein skimming performance.</p> <p><strong>Power Consumption:</strong> 10 Watts</p> <p><strong>Air Draw:</strong> 500 LPH / 17.5 SCFH*</p> <p><strong>Water Draw:</strong> Approximately 185.5 GPH</p> <p><em>*Air and water results will vary depending on the aquarium setup.</em></p> <h2>Compact Protein Skimming Performance</h2> <p>The IceCap K3 100 HOB combines a compact hang-on-back design, efficient DC pump, low-noise operation, and overflow protection to provide dependable protein skimming performance while keeping the equipment footprint outside of the aquarium.</p>