{"product_id":"octo-varios-2-controllable-return-pump","title":"Octo VarioS 2 Controllable Return Pump","description":"\u003ch2 data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003eReef Octopus VarioS 2 Controllable DC Water Pump\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus \u003cb\u003eVarioS 2 Return Pump\u003c\/b\u003e (SKU: OCT-VARIOS2) is a premium, variable-speed direct current (DC) circulation pump engineered to deliver silent, ultra-efficient performance for marine reef and freshwater aquariums. Unlike rigid, single-speed alternating current (AC) legacy pumps that bleed excessive heat into the water column and draw high operational wattages, the VarioS 2 utilizes an intelligent 24V brushless motor. Pushing up to \u003cb\u003e792 GPH\u003c\/b\u003e with a maximum head height of 13 feet, this responsive pump gives you complete mastery over your aquarium's baseline water turnover rates, saving electricity while performing nearly silently under your display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining operational distinction of the VarioS 2 is its specialized \u003cb\u003eIntegrated Safety \u0026amp; Automation Controller\u003c\/b\u003e. Outfitted with an external control pad, the pump allows users to step through 5 distinct speed modes and cycle through dual independent feed delays (15 or 60 minutes) with the press of a physical tactile button. For ironclad system safety, Reef Octopus bundles an electronic \u003cb\u003efloat switch sensor\u003c\/b\u003e that plugs straight into the controller housing. This sensor can protect your aquarium by shutting down the pump if your sump compartment water drops too low or rises too high, mitigating the threat of dry-running motor failure or catastrophic display overflows. Hand-machined with a high-purity ceramic shaft and matching propeller bearing to optimize long-term friction resistance, the VarioS 2 serves as the reliable core of modern, automated filtration networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntelligent Central Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e The onboard 0-10V connection turns the controller into a clean translation interface, letting centralized apps dictate variable daily flow schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRotatable Directional Volute:\u003c\/b\u003e Effortlessly accommodates unique cabinet layouts by altering the physical plumbing output path to point up, down, or sideways.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComprehensive Plumbing Kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Ships complete with standard 1-inch slip PVC unions for solid hard-piping and a versatile stepped barb fitting for flexible vinyl tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThermal Protection Failsafes:\u003c\/b\u003e Built-in internal cooling channels maintain continuous temperature normalization across the rotor to guard against overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMemory Function Restoration:\u003c\/b\u003e Retains its exact pre-configured speed stage and operational logic even if an unexpected residential power outage cuts the main grid line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSystem Capacity Turnover Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMixed Reef Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 80 Gallons (Assumes 10x hourly turnover standard)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSPS Dominant Environments:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 50 Gallons (Assumes high-turnover filtration loops)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Reef Octopus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50484011729144,"sku":"VARIOS-2","price":311.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/6909\/5160\/files\/932a30682210ccf3eacc4d9559feeb9d.jpg?v=1789093206","url":"https:\/\/www.blueearthaquariums.com\/products\/octo-varios-2-controllable-return-pump","provider":"Blue Earth Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}