Ill pay any paypal fees biocube 32 led hood with controller, lights and fans etc. Coralvue technology bh2000 octopus with external 2000 pump for aquarium filter, 125gallon. Join 3reef now to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef. There are no instructions on how to put together, nor can i find a good place online.
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Thanks to marine depots two strategically located warehouses in nevada and georgia, over 90% of shoppers receive their orders within 12 business using this level of service. Heavy bioload 75 gallons medium bioload 100 gallons light bioload 175 gallons will fit on tanks with a. Powered by one aquatrance pump with improved venturi design and pinwheel impeller. Reef octopus offers four levels of protein skimmers. The bh 2000 is a unique design hangon back style skimmer in that the pump is mounted externally, and under the actual skimmer body allowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium.
In this episode of cvtv, your host jeremy rykiel walks us through the process of assembling and installing an reef octopus hob skimmer. It occasionally floats over the outlet which is normally ok, but once it gets filled with gunk, it restricts the outlet flow and the skimmer overflows onto the floor. Classic protein skimmer hob 5 models available reef octopus. Members only in stock reef octopus octo classic bh 2000 hang on back wexternal 2000 pump rated upto 125 gal product code oct20311 upc 69502912031. Media filter 4 chamber, varios cr220 9 dc calcium reactor, br70 biopellet combo pack, br110 biopellet combo pack, br140 biopellet combo pack, super reef octopus cr5000d 8. The reef octopus skimmer cup drain hose is super flexible tubing ideal for use with any reef octopus protein skimmer equipped with a cup drain to attach to a waste collection device. I have been looking into getting a skimmer since i started my tank and have finally decided i will need an hob skimmer for my 10g sumpfuge as i do not have the room for an in sump design. Reef octopus bh 2000 discussion in protein skimmers started by clarky2120, jan 9, 2011. The reef octopus classic bh2000 protein skimmer is a favorite hangon back skimmer.
The reef octopus classic 2000 hang on back skimmer is a unique design of hob skimmer in that the pump is mounted external and under the actual skimmer body. Just chiming in, i have been using the bh 2000 since 2015 with good success. Reef octopus classic hangonback protein skimmer bulk. By placing the pump outside the skimmer and the aquarium there is no heat exchanged to the water. Reef octopus octo classic bh hang on the back protein skimmer 90 gallon with external pump product code oct20308 upc. Jul 05, 2010 a few weeks ago i decided to upgrade my 2005 model of the coralvue reef octopus needlewheel 150 skimmer to the newer coralvue super reef octopus 2000 internal skimmer. Reef octopus octo classic clsc202ss 265 gallon dim. For optimum performance and safety, please read this instruction manual carefully and keep it handy for future reference. Sep 08, 2009 we purchased a reef octopus hang on back protein skimmer bh2000 last week and installed it on monday. Hob skimmer with pump mounted externally under the skimmer body. Hello guys i received my hob reef octopus bh2000 the other day and i wanted to do this video to make your set up easier, i hope it helps any questions feel free to let me know here a link to the.
It works great at pulling stuff out of my 150 gallon fully stocked mixed reef, but it has some design flaws that you need to work around. Easy removal of the pump for cleaning and maintenance. Reef octopus warrants the pump to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and conditions for the warranty period from the date of purchase. If your interested in a reef octopus product or have any questions please feel free to contact us anytime. Selling to qualified dealers in the pet industry across the country. Ltd started with a vision to produce high quality products for the marine industry. Also by placing the pump outside the skimmer and the aquarium there is no heat excha. Its a bit too large for comfort, but after seeing it action, we can confirm that it works like a charm when placed on large and mediumlarge water tanks and aquariums. Reef octopus bh 2000 hob skimmer question equipment. I cannot figure out how to properly set this up and it didnt come with a manual. Mar 14, 20 i have heard a lot of good things about the reef octopus brand protein skimmers. Installing a reef octopus bh2000 skimmer on the back of a t. By paul talbot links for more informations and prices.
How to install a reef octopus bh2000 hob protein skimmer. Reef octopus bh 2000 hob skimmer question equipment forum. Coralvue technology bh2000 octopus with external 2000. The compactreef octopus classic hobis a proverbial favorite amongst hangon back protein skimmer users providing beneficial filtration for aquariums up to gallons with its unique design, the pump is mounted externally and under the actual skimmer body allowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium and less heattowater exchange. Classic 2000hob hang on back wexternal 2000 pump rated up. My nw150 had served me well on my older 75gallon system, but was relatively underpowered on my current 155gallon system. Aug 05, 2011 just set up my reef octopus this morning. Hi, i have several questions regarding the bh2000 hob skimmer.
Reef octopus bh bh 2000 hangon back skimmer function of protein skimmer. Reef octopus bh90 is our runner up pick, coming straight after bh2000. Part 2 how to set up the reef octopus bh2000 hob skimmer. Your order will be delivered 15 days after it ships out. Also, by placing the pump outside the skimmer and the aquarium there is no heat exchanged to the water. Protein skimmers tagged reef octopus fresh n marine. Best protein skimmer for 200 gallon tank fish tank world. May 05, 2014 i just got my protein skimmer today and im having trouble here. We purchased a reef octopus hang on back protein skimmer bh2000 last week and installed it on monday. After more than a decade, we now have one of the widest range of protein skimmers under the brand reef octopus, which is globally recognised by hobbyists and professionals alike for its product quality and reliability. Most popular articles how do you dial in a protein skimmer. Classic 2000 hangonback protein skimmer reef octopus bulk. This video covers the following skimmer installations.
Coralvue technology bh 2000 octopus with external 2000 pump for aquarium filter, 125gallon. Buy reef octopus classic bh2000 protein skimmer on. Protein skimmer are applied to most saltwter aquarium to remove certain organic compounds, including proteins and amino acids, by using the polarity of the protein itself, from the water to stop most of them decomposing into nitrogenous waste. What should the correct depth be for the intake and output pipes, i. Because of its simplistic though by no means unimpressive design, it can be handily attached to your aquarium, eliminating the need for professional intervention during the installation process. Need help setting up new hob octopus bh100 skimmer. Seems to be moving alot of water and micro bubbles into the tank. Powered by a hailea otp pumps with improved venturi design and pinwheel impeller. Hang on back skimmer with pump mounted externally under the skimmer body. Each level has its own features and applications ranging from nano tanks to extralarge and professional use. Reef octopus bh 100 protein skimmers are applied to most saltwater aquariums to remove certain organic compounds, including proteins and amino acids, by using the polarity of the protein itself, from the water to stop most of them decomposing into nitrogenous waste. Coralvue reef octopus classic 2000hob hang on back.
If you cannot sump and want to go reef or are want the best possible environment for your fish, this unit is a great place to start. Capable of filtering aquariums from to 208 gallons, the classic bh 2000 features an easy to install and operate design in which the pump is mounted inside the aquarium. Classic 90hob, hob, 2000hob, 100hob and classic ns80. Classic 2000hob hang on back wexternal 2000 pump rated. Three separate sponges that control unsightly micro bubbles from entering the aquarium from the output off a variety of reef octopus hang on back skimmers using the micro bubble stopper.
I run it with no sponges at all and it does put off some bubbles. I dont use any of the caps or anything like that as the skimmer is in my back compartment of my 90g aio. Giesemann matrixx ii t5 fixture iridium giesemann aurorahybrid ledt5 fixture iridium. Reef octopus octo varios 6s dc skimmer pump product code. The return pipe had to be angled to fit into the overflow area and some of the overflow teeth had to be broken to fit it.
Description solid carbon dosing biopellets has recently become an extremely popular method of removing nitrates and phosphates from the aquarium. Capable of filtering aquariums from to 208 gallons, the classic bh 2000 features an easy to install and operate design in which the pump is mounted inside the. I eventually had to replace this skimmer with the bh 2000 when i began carbon dosing as the increased load was causing it to overflow out through the top and onto the floor. It worked quite well, and was very effective and quiet given its small footprint. The overflow on the right has my hang on back reef octopus bh 2000 skimmer so that the return is going into the overflow so that the bubble trap stops the skimmer bubbles. The reef octopus classic 2000 hob is a unique design hangonback protein skimmer for marine aquariums that has the pump mounted outside the aquarium and external to the the skimmer body allowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium. Reef octopus hangon back classic skimmers are a proverbial favourite. I made a post else where here however forgot where it was. Reef octopus bh 100f skimmer for sale super reef octopus xp 2000 cone skimmer coming august. Bh50int nano skimmer is reef octopus newest dedication to aquarium hobbyist, it uses a new bubble blaster pump otp300s as its kernel, and demonstrated a stunning effect. The reef octopus bh2000 is one of the few hangon protein skimmers capable of maintaining a 200 gallon tank. Rcv25223 the reef octopus octo varios 6s dc skimmer pump is the latest in variable speed flow technology and allows for refined control, enhanced performance and efficiency. My question is does anyone have experience with this skimmer.
We also sell octopus products wholesale to retail pet stores, aquarium maintenance, and any business in the aquarium hobby. Giesemann matrixx ii t5 fixture iridium giesemann aurorahybrid ledt5 fixture iridium giesemann vervve led fixture. The reef octopus bh 2000 is one of the few hangon protein skimmers capable of maintaining a 200 gallon tank. Classic 2000 hangonback protein skimmer reef octopus. Reef octopus skimmer collection cup lid with float switch. Super reef octopus 2000 internal protein skimmer premium. Replaces the diablo 5500s controllable rodc skimmer pump rodc5500s. Reef octopus classic 2000 hob protein skimmer the bh 2000 is a unique design hob skimmer in that the pump is mounted external and under the actual skimmer body allowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium. Here the part number 2 on how to set up the skimmer if you miss part 1 of the set up go here. This design also allows for easy removal of the pump for cleaning and maintenance. May 30, 20 hopefully this video helps others who need help in hooking up their reef octopus bh 2000 hob protein skimmer. It features a massive water storage tank, and its powered by an exquisite pinwheel pump. Hello guys i received my hob reef octopus bh2000 the other day and i wanted to do this video to make your set up easier, i hope it helps any.
During my time with the skimmer i have found it to be reliable and produce good skim mate. Thank you for purchasing a reef octopus biopellet reactor. The reef octopus classic bh 2000 protein skimmer is a favorite hangon back skimmer. We sell reef octopus skimmers and products retail and wholesale worldwide. Hopefully this video helps others who need help in hooking up their reef octopus bh2000 hob protein skimmer. Reef octopus can not be responsible for consequential damages arising from installation or use of this product. I have heard nothing but positives about these guys and. Reef octopus bh bh2000 hangon back skimmer function of protein skimmer. Not too much damages to the rock during shipping, a little chip here and there, but not to be expected as they are rocks being shipped on a trailer, lol. Reef octopus otp 2000 is a unique design hob skimmer in that the pump is mounted external and under the actual skimmer body. Well stocked tank rated up to 55 gallons medium stocked tank rated up to 75 gallons light. With its unique design, the pump is mounted externally and under the actual skimmer body 90hob,hob and 2000 hoballowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium and less heattowater exchange. Worthless i dont know if ive got it hooked up or set up correctly and i really need some help here. Because of its simplistic though by no means unimpressive design, it can be handily attached to your aquarium, eliminating the need for professional.
Reef octopus bh2000 discussion in protein skimmers started by clarky2120, jan 9, 2011. Reef octopus bh2000 hangon protein skimmer, 75140 gallons. Reef octopus classic 2000 hang on back skimmer bh2000. Reef octopus classic 2000 hob protein skimmer marine depot. Join 3reef now to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. Any help or experience with this skimmer that will ease my busy head please chime in,g.
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