Octo SRO 5000INT In-Sump Protein Skimmer

Reef Octopus SRO 5000-INT In-Sump Protein Skimmer

The Reef Octopus SRO 5000-INT (Super Reef Octopus) is a high-capacity in-sump protein skimmer designed to be the primary filtration engine for large reef systems. Built with a massive 10-inch cylindrical body, this skimmer provides the internal volume necessary to maintain extreme air-to-water contact time. At its heart lies the Bubble Blaster HY-5000S pump, a motor specifically engineered from the ground up for protein skimming rather than adapted from a standard water pump.

The SRO 5000-INT utilizes a specialized bubble plate to reduce turbulence within the reaction chamber. This allows the massive volume of micro-bubbles produced by the pinwheel impeller to rise smoothly, creating a stable foam column that efficiently carries organics into the collection cup. With its industrial-grade cast acrylic construction and oversized air silencer, the SRO 5000-INT delivers powerful nutrient export with the reliability demanded by serious reef hobbyists and professional curators.

Key Features

• HY-5000S Bubble Blaster Pump: Features a digital control circuit to monitor motor speed and a silicon carbide shaft for superior durability.

• 10-Inch Reaction Chamber: Provides massive volume for high-bioload systems up to 500 gallons.

• Turbulence Reduction: The bubble plate diffuser ensures that the high-volume air intake doesn't disrupt foam formation.

• Easy Maintenance: The skimmer is designed to be fully disassembled, and the collection cup features a quick-release design.

• Heavy-Duty Output: Includes a professional gate valve to perfectly "dial in" the internal water level regardless of sump fluctuations.

Bioload Handling

• Heavy Bioload: 300 Gallons

• Medium Bioload: 400 Gallons

• Light Bioload: 500 Gallons