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IceCap K3-150HOB Hang On Skimmer
$381.14
<h2>IceCap K3 150 HOB Protein Skimmer</h2>
<p>The <strong>IceCap K3 150 HOB Protein Skimmer</strong> is a compact hang-on-back protein skimmer designed for aquariums up to 250 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 & Functional Design</h2>
<p>Designed for easy installation and efficient operation, the K3 150 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 250 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 & 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 150 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> 140 Gallons</li>
<li><strong>Medium Bioload:</strong> 200 Gallons</li>
<li><strong>Light Bioload:</strong> 250 Gallons</li>
</ul>
<h2>K3 150 HOB Features</h2>
<ul>
<li>Impressive Performance</li>
<li>Remarkably Low-Profile Body</li>
<li>Efficient & 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> 10" x 3.5"</p>
<p><strong>Maximum Mounting Width:</strong> 1.57"</p>
<p><strong>Total Height:</strong> 25"</p>
<p><strong>Cup Drain Size:</strong> 8mm ID / 12mm OD</p>
<h2>DCAIR 2.5 Pinwheel Pump</h2>
<p>The K3 150 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> 16 Watts</p>
<p><strong>Air Draw:</strong> 900 LPH / 31.5 SCFH*</p>
<p><strong>Water Draw:</strong> Approximately 315 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 150 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>