{"product_id":"reef-octopus-6-recirculating-skimmer-clsc-150ext","title":"Reef Octopus 6\" Recirculating Skimmer - CLSC-150EXT","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eCLASSIC EXTERNAL PROTEIN SKIMMER\nAs one of the Reef Octopus Classic Series skimmers, this 150ext is a recirculating external protein skimmer that will provide great performance with the enhanced control for marine aquariums up to 200 gallons.\n\nThe Classic 150ext is handcrafted of high-quality cast acrylic, o-ring sealed union pump mount, bubble diffuser with the performance provided by the efficient Reef Octopus Aquatrance 2000s Skimmer Recirculation Pump.\n\nThe skimmer features a recirculation mounted pump with a precision gate valve for optimizing the water level within the protein skimmer. The collection cup has a quick release neck for easy removal for cleaning.\n\nBioload Handling\nThe bioload of an aquarium refers to its ability to process waste in proportion to tank volume. Protein skimmers work best when properly matched with the bioload of the system.\n\n(EXCLUDING SUMP)\n\nHeavy\nMedium\nLight\n120 gallons\n160 gallons\n200 gallons\nKey Benefits found on the Classic 150ext Skimmer\nRecirculating Design enhances performance and control\nBubble Diffusing Chamber and Hybrid Body that naturally reduces and stabilizes the foam production; This means less turbulence in the neck area and more contact time for organics to rise and collect\nOversized Air Silencer for quiet operation and airline mount\nCollection Cup with flow directional guide, drain and unit venting\nPrecision Control with the easy to turn output flow valve\nEfficient Performance with the Reef Octopus Aquatrance 2000s recirculating pinwheel pump\nSolid Acrylic Construction\nTechnical Specs\nBody Size: 6in\nFootprint: 12.2in x 10.4in\nNeck Size: 3in\nTotal Height: 25.6in\nOutput Size: 40mm\/1.25in PVC\nOutput Height:\nInlet Size: 1\/2in union\/ 5\/8 barb\nMax Feed Rate: 520GPH\n\nThe Reef Octopus Classic 150ext protein skimmer uses high-grade metric plumbing parts and includes US standard plumbing adapters for ease of installation.\n\nNote: This skimmer requires additional plumbing and feed pump with the suggested feed rate of 1.5-2 times the total system volume.\nPump Information\nReef Octopus Aquatrance 2000s Pinwheel Pump\nMax Flow: 198gph\nMax Air: 720L\/H, 25.2SCFH\nPower Consumption: 18watts\nDimensions: 5.3\" x 2.8\" x 5.7\"\n*Air and water results will vary depending on aquarium setup\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reef Octopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67799338549544,"sku":"OCT-CLSC-150EXT","price":531.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/6293\/4824\/files\/clsc-150ext-1.jpg?v=1790887600","url":"https:\/\/bubbleflowaquatix.com\/products\/reef-octopus-6-recirculating-skimmer-clsc-150ext","provider":"Bubble Flow Aquatix","version":"1.0","type":"link"}