{"product_id":"octo-classic-110ext-recirculating-protein-skimmer","title":"Octo Classic 110EXT Recirculating Protein Skimmer","description":"\u003ch2 data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003eReef Octopus Classic 110EXT Recirculating Protein Skimmer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus \u003cb\u003eClassic 110EXT\u003c\/b\u003e (SKU: CLSC-110EXT) is a high-performance external recirculating protein skimmer designed to bring advanced filtration control to marine aquariums up to 130 gallons. Unlike standard internal skimmers that rely on a single water stream for both processing and moving water, the Classic 110EXT utilizes a sophisticated recirculating configuration. The onboard \u003cb\u003eAquatrance 1000s pinwheel pump\u003c\/b\u003e acts solely to shred air and water together within the 5-inch chamber. A separate feed pump or direct overflow line (sold separately) determines the water flow-through rate, giving the hobbyist total control over nutrient dwell time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted from durable, premium cast acrylic, the Classic 110EXT features a modified hybrid cone body that stabilizes the rising micro-bubble mixture while eliminating heavy turbulence. This smooth transition ensures organic wastes collect effectively in the quick-release collection cup before they can degrade into nitrates or phosphates. Equipped with an oversized air silencer for quiet cabinet operation and metric-to-standard plumbing adapters, this versatile external unit delivers commercial-level filtration efficiency for standard-sized standalone reef and fish-only marine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndependent Recirculation Logic:\u003c\/b\u003e Maximizes air-to-water exposure time by decoupling chamber mixing from tank turn-over volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAquatrance 1000s Pinwheel Pump:\u003c\/b\u003e Delivers a robust 420 L\/H of air draw while operating at a highly efficient 9 Watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntegrated Bubble Diffuser:\u003c\/b\u003e Calms water entering the reaction zone to preserve structural foam stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecision Gate Valve Output:\u003c\/b\u003e Simplifies micro-adjustments to find the exact \"sweet spot\" for wet or dry skimming demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimal Clearance Neck:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed to drop straight into restricted cabinet layouts, needing only a fraction of an inch of overhead clearance to remove the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBioload Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy Bioload:\u003c\/b\u003e 75 Gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedium Bioload:\u003c\/b\u003e 90 Gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Bioload:\u003c\/b\u003e 130 Gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Octopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50483983352056,"sku":"CLSC-110EXT","price":400.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/6909\/5160\/files\/38f9a642f4321366f4a7cb3b9233ac80.jpg?v=1789092430","url":"https:\/\/www.blueearthaquariums.com\/products\/octo-classic-110ext-recirculating-protein-skimmer","provider":"Blue Earth Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}