IceCap K3-250HOB Hang On Skimmer

<h2>IceCap K3 250 HOB Protein Skimmer</h2> <p>The <strong>IceCap K3 250 HOB Protein Skimmer</strong> is a compact hang-on-back protein skimmer designed for aquariums up to 250 gallons. Its traditional cylindrical body minimizes turbulence for optimal skimming performance, while the externally mounted pump helps reduce heat exchange with the aquarium water.</p> <h2>Convenient &amp; Functional Design</h2> <p>The K3 250 HOB combines a compact external design with powerful protein skimming performance. Its cylindrical main body promotes efficient water and air mixing while minimizing turbulence within the skimmer.</p> <ul> <li>Hang-On-Back Design</li> <li>Suitable for Aquariums up to 250 Gallons</li> <li>Cylindrical Main Body</li> <li>Reduced Turbulence</li> <li>Externally Mounted Pump</li> <li>Reduced Heat Exchange with Aquarium Water</li> </ul> <h2>Built to Last</h2> <p>The IceCap K3 HOB DC body is constructed from <strong>high-quality acrylic</strong> and equipped with the controllable and efficient <strong>DCAIR Pinwheel Pump</strong>. The pump produces an optimal mixture of water and air for effective waste removal at the push of a button.</p> <ul> <li>High-Quality Acrylic Construction</li> <li>Controllable DCAIR Pinwheel Pump</li> <li>Efficient Water &amp; Air Mixing</li> <li>Effective Waste Removal</li> <li>Quiet &amp; Efficient Operation</li> </ul> <h2>Bioload Handling</h2> <p>The bioload of an aquarium refers to its ability to process waste in proportion to tank volume. Protein skimmers perform best when the aquarium's bioload matches the bioload rating suggested by the skimmer manufacturer.</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 250 HOB Features</h2> <ul> <li>Impressive Performance</li> <li>Efficient &amp; Quiet Operation</li> <li>Cylindrical Main Body</li> <li>Solid Construction</li> <li>External Pump</li> <li>Overflow Protection</li> </ul> <h2>Technical Specifications</h2> <p><strong>Footprint:</strong> 11" x 5.6"</p> <p><strong>Body Size:</strong> 5"</p> <p><strong>Total Height:</strong> 23.3"</p> <p><strong>Maximum Mounting Width:</strong> 1.57"</p> <p><strong>Cup Drain Size:</strong> 8mm ID / 12mm OD</p> <h2>DCAIR 2.5 Pinwheel Pump</h2> <p>The K3 250 HOB utilizes the <strong>DCAIR 2.5 Pinwheel Pump</strong> to create an efficient water and air mixture for effective protein skimming and waste removal.</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 317 GPH</p> <p><em>*Air and water results will vary depending on the aquarium setup.</em></p> <h2>Powerful HOB Protein Skimming</h2> <p>The IceCap K3 250 HOB combines a space-saving hang-on-back design, cylindrical skimmer body, efficient DCAIR pinwheel pump, external pump placement, and overflow protection to deliver reliable protein skimming performance for aquariums up to 250 gallons.</p>