REEFER™ Concept
Red Sea’s REEFER series of reef systems provide advanced hobbyists with a solid foundation for building a fully featured reef or marine aquarium.
The REEFER series combines a contemporary, rimless, ultra-clear glass aquarium with a stylish cabinet and a comprehensive water management system including a professional refugium ready sump with integrated automatic top-up and Red Sea’s unique silent down-flow system.
The REEFER series is designed for ease of operation while enabling the advanced hobbyist to install an unlimited choice of lighting, filtration, circulation, and controllers to create a uniquely customized system.
Features include:
- Rimless, ultra-clear, beveled edge glass aquarium
- Elegant, marine-spec, laminated, plywood cabinet with adjustable feet
- Assembly-ready piping – no gluing required
- Professional refugium ready sump with adjustable height skimmer chamber *
- Silent, regulated down-flow system with emergency overflow
- Integrated automatic top-up system with reservoir
- RO liter reservoir that can be slid aside when necessary for pump maintenance. (not for 3XL900)
- Micron filter bags and filter media cups *
* Note: not all features are available on REEFER™ 170/XL200, the color of interior cabinet and piping may vary.
REEFER
NANO | 170 | 250 | 350
The REEFER models are 50cm (20″) wide and are available in 60cm (24″) long/170 liter (34gal) capacity, 90cm (36″) long/250 liter (65 gal) capacity or 120cm (47″) long/350 liter (91 gal). These tanks sit on HPL coated MDF Marine Spec cabinets.
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200 | 300 | 425 | 525
The REEFER XL includes four models that give you the freedom to create more expansive, intricate, and diverse reefscapes without the constraints of the smaller tanks. All four XL models are 57.5cm (22.6″) wide and 55 cm (22″) high (excluding XL 200, which is 53 cm/21″ high). They differ in length and are available in 4 sizes from 60cm (24″) long/200 liter (53 gal) capacity up to 150cm (59″) long/525 liter (140 gal). All the REEFER XL models now feature a laminated, plywood marine-spec cabinet for greater water resistance with adjustable feet for perfect leveling on any surface.
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REEFER XXL
625 | 750
The REEFER XXL includes two models that enhance your freedom to create a truly spectacular reef.
Both models are 60cm (23.6″) high & 65cm (25.6″) wide and are available in 150cm (59″) long/625 liter (166 gal) capacity or 180cm (71″) long/750 liter (200 gal). The XXL750 V3 now includes a dual pump return to allow for better-distributed flow in the aquarium. All the REEFER XXL models now feature a laminated, plywood marine-spec cabinet for greater water resistance with adjustable feet for perfect leveling on any surface.
REEFER
3XL 900
The REEFER™ 3XL 900 allows you to take reefscaping to another dimension. The 3XL 900 is 65cm (25.6″) high & wide, and 200cm (79″) long with a 900 liter (240 gal) capacity. This unit introduces an enlarged overflow box with dual side-facing return pump outlets that provides ideal water circulation in the tanks with flows of up to 10,000 lph/2600gph.
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A unique feature of the 3XL 900 is a split sump system that provides unsurpassed flexibility. The main sump is set for the main filtration functions with an optional refugium chamber and a dedicated adjustable height skimmer chamber. The sump extension (60 liters/16 gal) can be connected to the main sump and used for additional filtration, as a larger refugium, or even as a dedicated frag tank. Alternatively, it can be set up as an independent unit and used as a full-size (83 liters/22 gal) RO reservoir or saltwater reservoir for automated water changes.
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Red Sea REEFER™ Peninsula Concept
If you’re looking to add the distinctive beauty of a Peninsula-style coral reef aquarium to your home or office, you don’t need a custom-built system to do so.
Red Sea’s REEFER™ Peninsula brings color and ambiance to any living or office space at a fraction of the cost of a custom installation. Available in 125cm (49.2″) long/ 500 liter (132 gal) or 160cm (63″) long/650 liter (173 gal), the REEFER™ Peninsula offers an impressive and elegant room divider solution with all of the features of our advanced REEFER™ systems. A rimless, ultra-clear glass coral reef aquarium is formed into a perfect peninsula that gives you a fascinating view from all three sides, adding complexity and intrigue to any reefscape.
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These 60cm (23.6″) high aquariums are set on stylish yet heavy-duty cabinets with epoxy painted finish on both sides. The cabinet includes a dedicated ventilated compartment for chiller and control systems and the doors may be assembled on either side of the cabinet to suit the layout of the room.
The unique design of the Peninsula with the overflow system at one end of the aquarium instead of at the center also makes it ideal for a room corner installation.
Red Sea REEFER™ Deluxe Concept
The REEFER™ Deluxe incorporates the ReefLED® lighting units with Red Sea’s custom mounting system into the REEFER reef-ready systems in a convenient single package.
At the heart of the ReefLED is a compact Led array that provides a reef-safe range of REEF-SPEC light through a single REEF-SPEC Blue (23,000 Kelvin) channel that consists of an optimum combination of ultraviolet, violet and blue LEDs and an 9,000 Kelvin white channel.
In addition, it has a separate dedicated 3W Moonlight channel to provide the low levels of light for reef-safe nighttime viewing.
The ReefLED includes a single optical-glass, hollow lens that creates a homogenous light, giving a dramatic coral coloration and a gentle shimmer throughout the aquarium.
ReefLED is controlled by Red Sea’s ReefBeat® App which provides a wide range of easy to use functions such as random clouds, acclimation for new installations and a lunar cycle for the moonlights.
The custom mounting system attaches firmly onto the rear wall of the tank and can be rotated to the upright position during reef scaping or other tank maintenance. The REEFER™ Peninsula Deluxe comes with a customized hanging system for the ReefLED® lights.
REEFER™ Deluxe is available for all models with 1, 2, 3 or 4 LED units according to model.
Go Behind The Scenes
Take a peek behind the scenes and see what goes into crafting a Red Sea aquarium.
REEFER™ Specification
REEFER™ aquariums are constructed from thick, beveled-edge, ultra-clear glass to support their elegant and modern rimless design.
The aquarium sits on a recessed base that “floats” it above the cabinet, which seamlessly follows the contour of the glass.
The marine-spec laminated cabinet that houses the sump, (and in the larger models also includes a dedicated, vented space for chillers) is smartly finished with weatherproof, epoxy-painted doors.
REEFER™ Water Management System
The comprehensive water management system provides the base for excellent water quality. Surface water from all sides of the aquarium is actively fed to the sump through the regulated silent flow downpipe.
Removable surface-skimming combs surround the top of the centrally located overflow box that houses the downpipe, sump return pipe and the discreet multi-directional “eyeball” return outlet nozzle.
In the event of a blockage in the regulated downpipe, an additional emergency overflow pipe provides an unrestricted free flow of aquarium water directly to the sump.
On entering the sump the water passes through micron filters and/or filter cups with your choice of media before flowing into the optional refugium and onto the skimmer chamber with an adjustable height outlet, making it suitable for all skimmers and other reactors.
In order to remove any air bubbles that may have escaped from the skimmer, the water passes through a bubble-stripping cascade on its way to the return pump chamber.
To ensure a constant water level in the pump compartment, all REEFER™ sumps include an integrated automatic freshwater top-up unit, guaranteeing constant, stable water flow throughout the complete system.
Supplied as a complete self-assembly kit, all pipework is ready without the need for any gluing.
New and improved Refugium-Ready Sumps (except REEFER™ 170)
For all REEFER sumps click here.
REEFER™ Series Technical Data
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REEFER™ Models
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Specs
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NANO
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170
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250
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350
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Main Features
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Ultra clear front glass (mm)
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8 (5/16″)
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10 (3/8”)
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12 (1/2”)
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12 (1/2”)
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Ultra clear side glass (mm)
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8 (5/16”)
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10 (3/8”)
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12 (1/2”)
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12 (1/2”)
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Bottom glass
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10 (3/8″)
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10 (3/8″)
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10 (3/8″)
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12 (1/2”)
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Built in surface skimmer
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Integrated automatic top up system
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✔
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✔
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✔
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✔
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System Volumes
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Display tank water volume (L)
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77 (21 gal)
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130 (34 gal)
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204 (54 gal)
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275 (73 gal)
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In cabinet sump water volume (L)
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28 (7 gal)
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35 (9 gal)
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40 (11 gal)
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70 (18 gal)
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Total system water volume (L)
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105 (28 gal)
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165 (43 gal)
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244 (65 gal)
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345 (91 gal)
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RO reservoir volume (L)
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4.7 (1.3 gal)
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5.4 (1.5 gal)
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10.9 (2.8 gal)
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18 (4.7 gal)
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System Dimensions
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Display tank length (cm)
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45 (18″)
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60 (24″)
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90 (36″)
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120 (47″)
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Display tank height (cm)
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45 (18″)
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50 (20″)
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53 (21″)
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53 (21″)
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Display tank width (cm)
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45 (18″)
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50 (20″)
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50 (20″)
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50 (20″)
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Total system height with cabinet (cm)
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132 (52″)
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137 (54″)
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140 (55″)
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140 (55″)
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Sump Dimensions
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Water height (cm)
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20 (8”)
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20 (8”)
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17-23 (6.7-9”)
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17-23(6.7-9”)
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Skimmer chamber without
Refugium wall (cm)
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24 x 21 (11.8″x9.8″)
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30 x 25 (11.8”x9.8”)
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42 x 25 (26.5”x9.8”)
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42 x 36 (16.5”x14.2”)
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Skimmer chamber with
Refugium wall (cm)
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24 x 21 (11.8″x9.8″)
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30 x 25 (11.8”x9.8”)
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25 x 25 (9.8″ x 9.8″)
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25 x 36 (9.8″ x 14.2″)
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Pump chamber (cm)
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24 x 12 (11.8″x4.7″)
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30 x 12 (11.8”x4.7”)
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20 x 17 (7.8”x6.7”)
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26 x 24 (10.2”x9.4”)
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Return Pump
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3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia
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16mm (5/8”)
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16mm (5/8”)
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16mm (5/8”)
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16mm (5/8”)
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Recommended flow (lph)
(pump not included)
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2000
(530 gph)
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2000
(530 gph)
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2500
(660 gph)
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3000
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Deluxe Series Features
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ReefLED®
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1 Unit RL50
(50W)
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1 Unit RL90
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2 Units RL90
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2 Units RL90
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New Special Features
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Adjustable Height Skimmer Chamber
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Refugium Ready
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225 micron Thin-mesh Filter Bag
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1
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1
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1
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1
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Filter Media Cup
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1
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1
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Quick Release cabinet door hinges
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| Specs | XXL 625 | XXL 750 V3 | |
| Main Features | Ultra clear front glass (mm) | 19 (3/4″) | 19 (3/4″) |
| Ultra clear side glass (mm) | 19 (3/4″) | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Bottom glass | 15 (5/8”) | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Built in surface skimmer | ✔ | Enlarged | |
| Integrated automatic top up system | ✔ | ✔ | |
| System Volumes | Display tank water volume (L) | 502 (133 gal) | 602 (160 gal) |
| In cabinet sump water volume (L) | 123 (32 gal) | 150 (40 gal) | |
| Total system water volume (L) | 625 (165 gal) | 750 (200 gal) | |
| RO reservoir volume (L) | 28.7 (7.6 gal) | 28.7 (7.6 gal) | |
| System Dimensions | Display tank length (cm) | 150 (59″) | 180 (71″) |
| Display tank height (cm) | 60 (23.6″) | 60 (23.6″) | |
| Display tank width (cm) | 65 (25.6″) | 65 (25.6″) | |
| Total system height with cabinet (cm) | 148 (58.3″) | 148 (58.3″) | |
| Sump Dimensions | Water height (cm) | 21-27 (8.3”-10.6”) | 21-27 (8.3”- 10.6″) |
| Skimmer chamber without Refugium wall (cm) | 51 x 51 (20” x 20”) | 65 x 51 (25.6” x 20”) | |
| Skimmer chamber with Refugium wall (cm) | 51 x 28 (20″ x 11″) | 65 x 28 (25.6″ x 11″) | |
| Pump chamber (cm) | 33 x 28 (13” x 11”) | 35 x 28 (13.7” x 11”) | |
| Return Pump | 3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia | 25mm (1”) | 25mm (1”) |
| Recommended flow (lph) (pump not included) |
6000 (1600 gph) | 10,000 (2640 gph) | |
| Deluxe Series Features | ReefLED® | 3 Units RL90 (270W) or 2 Units RL160S (320W) |
4 Units RL90 (360W) or 3 Units RL160S (480W) |
| New Special Features |
Adjustable Height Skimmer Chamber | ✔ | ✔ |
| Dual side-facing return pump outlets | ✔ | ||
| Refugium Ready | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 225 micron Thin-mesh Filter Bag | 2 | 2 | |
| Filter Media Cup | 2 | 2 | |
| Quick Release cabinet door hinges | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Heavy Duty levelable Plywood Cabinet | ✔ | ✔ | |
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| REEFER™ 3XL Model | ||
| Specs | 3XL 900 | |
| Main Features | Ultra clear front glass (mm) | 19 (3/4″) |
| Ultra clear side glass (mm) | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Bottom glass | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Enlarged in surface skimmer | ✔ | |
| System Volumes | Display tank water volume (L) | 720 (192 gal) |
| In cabinet sump water volume (L) | 180 (48 gal) | |
| Total system water volume (L) | 900 (240 gal) | |
| RO reservoir volume (L) | ||
| System Dimensions | Display tank length (cm) | 200 (79″) |
| Display tank height (cm) | 65 (25.6″) | |
| Display tank width (cm) | 65 (25.6″) | |
| Total system height with cabinet (cm) | 153 (60″) | |
| Sump Dimensions |
Water height (cm) | 21-27 (8.3″-10.6″) |
| Skimmer chamber without Refugium wall (cm) | 45 x 51 (17.7″ x 20″) | |
| Skimmer chamber with Refugium wall (cm) | 45 x 28 (17.7 x 11″) | |
| Pump chamber (cm) | 33 x 28 (13″ x 11″) | |
| Extension sump (cm) | 51 x 42 cm (20″x 16.5″) | |
| Return Pump | 3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia | 25mm (1”) |
| Recommended flow (lph) (pump not included) |
10,000 (2640 gph) | |
| Deluxe Series Features | ReefLED® | 4 Units RL90 (360W) or 3 Units RL160S (480W) |
| New Special Features |
Adjustable Height Skimmer Chamber | ✔ |
| Dual side-facing return pump outlets | ✔ | |
| Split sump system | ✔ | |
| Refugium Ready | ✔ | |
| 225 micron Thin-mesh Filter Bag | 2 | |
| Filter Media Cup | 2 | |
| Quick Release cabinet door hinges | ✔ | |
| Heavy Duty levelable Plywood Cabinet | ✔ | |
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| REEFER™ Peninsula | |||
| Peninsula | |||
| Specs | 500 | 650 | |
| Main Features | Ultra clear front glass (mm) | 15 (5/8″) | 19 (3/4″) |
| Ultra clear side glass (mm) | 12 (1/2″) | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Bottom glass | 12 (1/2″) | 19 (3/4″) | |
| Built in surface skimmer | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Integrated automatic top up system | ✔ | ✔ | |
| System Volumes | Display tank water volume (L) | 398 (105 gal) | 528 (140 gal) |
| In cabinet sump water volume (L) | 102 (27 gal) | 134 (35 gal) | |
| Total system water volume (L) | 500 (132 gal) | 662 (175 gal) | |
| RO reservoir volume (L) | 22.5 (6 gal) | 28.5 (7.5 gal) | |
| System Dimensions | Display tank length (cm) | 125 (49.2″) | 160 (63″) |
| Display tank height (cm) | 60 (23.6″) | 60 (23.6″) | |
| Display tank width (cm) | 60 (23.6″) | 64 (25.2″) | |
| Total system height with cabinet (cm) | 160 (63″) | 160 (63″) | |
| Sump Dimensions | Water height (cm) | 21-27 (8.3”-10.6″) | 21-27 (8.3”-10.6″) |
| Skimmer chamber (cm) | 41 x 51 (16″ x 20″) | 59 x 51 (23.2″ x 20″) | |
| Pump chamber (cm) | 26 x 28 (10.2″ x 11″) | 33 x 28 (13″ x 11″) | |
| Return Pump | 3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia | 25mm (1”) | 25mm (1”) |
| Recommended flow (lph) (pump not included) |
6000 (1600 gph) |
7000 (1850 gph) |
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| Deluxe Series Features | ReefLED® | 3 Units RL90 (270W) or 2 Units RL160S (320W) |
4 Units RL90 (360W) or 3 Units RL160S (480W) |
| New Special Features | Adjustable Height Skimmer Chamber | ✔ | ✔ |
| Refugium Ready | ✔ | ✔ | |
| 225 micron Thin-mesh Filter Bag | 2 | 2 | |
| Filter Media Cup | 2 | 2 | |
| Quick Release cabinet door hinges | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Heavy Duty levelable Plywood Cabinet | ✔ | ✔ | |
**This product is protected under Community Design 003003474, US Serial No 29/555,022 and Chinese Design Application. No. 201630060633.1**
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😉... All with no regrets at all
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Just purchased a Red Sea REEFER 625xxl Well, what Can I say Can’t put a price on quality first class product and as they say you get what you pay for in life is my opinion.
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My new Red Rea REEFER Peninsula 500 I love the tank and I'm so happy I decided to get the deluxe edition with the lights.
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