Reef Octopus Classic 200INT Internal Protein Skimmer

The Reef Octopus Classic 200 is an excellent needlewheel or pinwheel protein skimmer choice for average reef aquariums up to 180 gallons (manufacturer rated to 250g). The Reef Octopus Classic skimmer line as a whole offers a great value with performance to match.

• Reef Octopus® 8″ Pinwheel Skimmer
• Dimensions: 14.6″ x 10.25″ x 24″
• Rated up to 250 gallons by the manufacturer. We recommend it for average aquariums up to 180 gallons.
• Powered by the Aquatrance 3000 pump
• Up to 900lph air pull
• High performance venturi air injection system
• Modified cone neck design designed for easy transition of micro bubbles into cup
• Precision controlled gate valve
• In sump only
• 1 year warranty on skimmer and 2 year on pump

Skimmer Rating

Aquarium rating by the manufacturer
Light bioload – 250 gallons
Medium bioload – 200 gallons
Heavy bioload – 150 gallons
We recommend it for aquariums up to 180 gallons

Technical Specs

Body Size: 8in
Footprint: 14.6in x 10.25in
Neck Size: 4.75in
Total Height: 24in
Output Size: 50mm/1.5in pvc
Output Height: 6.5in

Recommended Sump
Water Height: 7.5 – 8.5in

Pump Information
Reef Octopus Aquatrance 3000s Pinwheel Pump
Wattage: 35w
Air Draw: 900 lph / 31.5 scfh*
Water Draw: 800 lph / 211 gph*