Does anyone have any details on the new Red Sea Reefer Rimless systems other than the information that is on the website? I really would like to see closeup photos of the tank and sump area along with more details. I've seen the old videos previewing these tanks at shows but I would like to see something current with details. If you haven't seen the new line you can see them at http://www.redseafish.com/aquarium-systems/reefer/
Red Sea Reefer Rimless Details
- Thread starter Aquadude
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RedSeaKev
RS Sponsor
Hi Aquadude, information is still limited on the new Reefer aquariums hopefully we may see some pictures or videos coming out of the SIPS aquarium trade show in China.
There are no videos previewing this product range, please don't confuse this with the E Series the Reefer is another range of Red Sea aquariums.
More news to follow ASAP.
There are no videos previewing this product range, please don't confuse this with the E Series the Reefer is another range of Red Sea aquariums.
More news to follow ASAP.
LakeLivin
Active Member
From what I can tell it looks like a rimless tank with a sump. Depending on the price it appears to be what I wished I had instead of my 500. Don't get me wrong, the MAX-S series are a great line of tanks if you are going to keep everything stock. However, so many of us modify these tanks with controllers, different skimmers, lights and pumps etc. that they are nothing close to stock anymore.
REEFER™ Series Technical Data
REEFER™ Model
Specification NANO 170 250 350 450
Main Features Ultra clear front and side glass ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Ultra clear front glass thickness (mm) 8 (3/10”) 10 (3/8”) 12 (1/2”) 12 (1/2”) 15 (5/8”)
Built in surface skimmer ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Integrated automatic top up system ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
System Volumes Display tank water volume (L) 77 (21 gal) 130 (34 gal) 204 (54 gal) 275 (73 gal) 350 (92 gal)
In cabinet sump water volume (L) 28 (7 gal) 35 (9 gal) 40 (11 gal) 70 (18 gal) 90 (24 gal)
Total system water volume (L) 105 (28 gal) 165 (43 gal) 244 (65 gal) 345 (91 gal) 440 (116 gal)
RO reservoir volume (L) 4.5 (1.2 gal) 5.4 (1.5 gal) 8 (2.1 gal) 10.5 (2.8 gal) 13.7 (3.6 gal)
System Dimensions Display tank length (cm) 45 (18″) 60 (24.5″) 90 (35.5″) 120 (47″) 150 (59″)
Display tank height (cm) 45 (18″) 50 (20″) 53 (21″) 53 (21″) 55 (22″)
Display tank width (cm) 45 (18″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″)
Total system height with cabinet (cm) 132 (52″) 137 (54″) 140 (55″) 140 (55″) 142 (56″)
Sump Dimensions Water height (cm) 20 (8”) 20 (8”) 20 (8”) 24 (9.4”) 24 (9.4”)
Skimmer chamber (cm) 24 x 21 (9.4”x8.3”) 30 x 25 (11.8”x9.8”) 35 x 25 (13.8”x9.8”) 42 x 34 (16.5”x13.4”) 42 x 48 (16.5”x19”)
Pump chamber (cm) 24 x 12 (9.4”x4.7”) 30 x 12 (11.8”x4.7”) 35 x 12 (13.8”x4.7”) 42 x 15 (16.5”x6”) 42 x 15 (16.5”x6”)
Return Pump 3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 25mm (1”)
Recommended flow (lph)
(pump not included) 2000
(530 gph) 2000
(530 gph) 2500
(660 gph) 3000
(790 gph) 4000
(1060 gph)
REEFER™ Model
Specification NANO 170 250 350 450
Main Features Ultra clear front and side glass ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Ultra clear front glass thickness (mm) 8 (3/10”) 10 (3/8”) 12 (1/2”) 12 (1/2”) 15 (5/8”)
Built in surface skimmer ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Integrated automatic top up system ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
System Volumes Display tank water volume (L) 77 (21 gal) 130 (34 gal) 204 (54 gal) 275 (73 gal) 350 (92 gal)
In cabinet sump water volume (L) 28 (7 gal) 35 (9 gal) 40 (11 gal) 70 (18 gal) 90 (24 gal)
Total system water volume (L) 105 (28 gal) 165 (43 gal) 244 (65 gal) 345 (91 gal) 440 (116 gal)
RO reservoir volume (L) 4.5 (1.2 gal) 5.4 (1.5 gal) 8 (2.1 gal) 10.5 (2.8 gal) 13.7 (3.6 gal)
System Dimensions Display tank length (cm) 45 (18″) 60 (24.5″) 90 (35.5″) 120 (47″) 150 (59″)
Display tank height (cm) 45 (18″) 50 (20″) 53 (21″) 53 (21″) 55 (22″)
Display tank width (cm) 45 (18″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″) 50 (20″)
Total system height with cabinet (cm) 132 (52″) 137 (54″) 140 (55″) 140 (55″) 142 (56″)
Sump Dimensions Water height (cm) 20 (8”) 20 (8”) 20 (8”) 24 (9.4”) 24 (9.4”)
Skimmer chamber (cm) 24 x 21 (9.4”x8.3”) 30 x 25 (11.8”x9.8”) 35 x 25 (13.8”x9.8”) 42 x 34 (16.5”x13.4”) 42 x 48 (16.5”x19”)
Pump chamber (cm) 24 x 12 (9.4”x4.7”) 30 x 12 (11.8”x4.7”) 35 x 12 (13.8”x4.7”) 42 x 15 (16.5”x6”) 42 x 15 (16.5”x6”)
Return Pump 3/4” threaded hose barb – Pipe Int. Dia 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 16mm (5/8”) 25mm (1”)
Recommended flow (lph)
(pump not included) 2000
(530 gph) 2000
(530 gph) 2500
(660 gph) 3000
(790 gph) 4000
(1060 gph)
Oxylebius
Well-Known Member
There is another thread discussing this tank also. If you haven't come across it, here it is: http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/equipment/93270-new-red-sea-system-reefer.html You may want to check it out.
You can find the information at www.redseafish.com and register for more details and a launch offer. Video coming in the next 3-4 weeks.
Lake livid those numbers include the sump volume. You can see the display tank volume and sump volumes listed in the chart at http://www.redseafish.com/aquarium-systems/reefer/
A full video will follow in the next few days, so register to our website in order to receive more news of this and other developments. www.redseafish.com
LakeLivin
Active Member
Good looking tank... I like the overall design but I think the sump and ATO reservoir are too small. I find it hard to believe that anyone would choose a lighting system other than LED's making the need for a chiller pretty remote. That being said, I think it was a mistake to limit the size of the sump and ATO reservoir to make space for a chiller.
I look forward to seeing how owners setup and mod these tanks. It will be interesting to see if someone engineers a "add-on" sump/refugium piece that connects to the main sump but is located in the chiller compartment.
I look forward to seeing how owners setup and mod these tanks. It will be interesting to see if someone engineers a "add-on" sump/refugium piece that connects to the main sump but is located in the chiller compartment.
Joeys Tank
Well-Known Member
I agree with the small sump/ATO input. Some newbie comments from me (less than 5 months experience).
The ATO resevoir holds enough for three days of evaporation (half the time of my current setup).
What is the thickness of the back glass? I know it will vary on tank size, but I couldn't tell if there was any additional spacing on the back. To go with the sleek look of a rimless, I would like to place powerheads, gyres, etc in the back corners. This would keep wiring behind the tank instead of on the side and the black plastic of many pumps would pseudo-blend in with the back glass.
Lights will still need to be hung above the tank. Also, consideration would be needed on whether you put a cover on the top to minimize evaporation or netting to discourage fish that like to jump.
The ATO resevoir holds enough for three days of evaporation (half the time of my current setup).
What is the thickness of the back glass? I know it will vary on tank size, but I couldn't tell if there was any additional spacing on the back. To go with the sleek look of a rimless, I would like to place powerheads, gyres, etc in the back corners. This would keep wiring behind the tank instead of on the side and the black plastic of many pumps would pseudo-blend in with the back glass.
Lights will still need to be hung above the tank. Also, consideration would be needed on whether you put a cover on the top to minimize evaporation or netting to discourage fish that like to jump.
RedSeaKev
RS Sponsor
Folks, the website has been updated with some pictures and a video check it out, http://www.redseafish.com/aquarium-systems/reefer/ buying an aquarium is a bit like buying a car, not every model meets every bodies needs, we do however value your input, thank you for the continued interest.
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