Reef Octopus NS80 In-Tank Nano Protein Skimmer
The Reef Octopus NS80 Nano Skimmer (SKU: OCT-NS80) brings high-efficiency organic extraction technology down to small-scale and nano reef aquariums up to 25 gallons. While small desktop marine displays and all-in-one (AIO) cubes are highly popular, their limited water volume makes them exceptionally vulnerable to rapid nutrient spikes from fish waste and overfeeding. The NS80 tackles this vulnerability by scaling down the exact same mechanical fractionation principles utilized in commercial reef sumps, continuously removing dissolved organic compounds before they can break down into harmful nitrates and phosphates.
Propelled by the robust OTP 200s pinwheel pump, this compact workhorse draws an efficient 5 Watts while aggressively slicing incoming air into an ultra-dense column of micro-bubbles. To combat the common problem of media compaction and erratic water levels in tight quarters, the NS80 incorporates an integrated raiser pipe tuning column. By simply twisting the pipe, you alter the internal backpressure to effortlessly shift between dry, concentrated waste collection or a wetter, rapid chemical flush. Built from durable cast acrylic and finished with a flexible, sliding mounting bracket, the NS80 can be deployed directly in the display, hidden within a rear filter compartment, or submersed in an ultra-miniature sump.
Key Features
True Pinwheel Performance: Delivers professional-grade waste fractionating that easily outperforms old-fashioned, high-maintenance wooden air stone nano skimmers.
Escaping Bubble Shielding: The lower diffuser chamber traps fine micro-bubbles within the skimmer body, keeping your display tank clear of unsightly micro-bubble clouds.
Positionable Mounting Assembly: Simplifies installation by adjusting easily to your aquarium's specific rim height and operational water depth.
Flexible Collection Management: Easily slides vertically to align the neck with your current biological load, giving you precise control over your skimming preference.
External Waste Collection Port: The collection cup features a specialized drain fitting to easily route continuous waste out to an external reservoir.
Filtration Load Handling
Light Bioload: 25 Gallons
Medium Bioload: 15 Gallons
Heavy Bioload: 10 Gallons
