Reef Octopus VarioS 2S Controllable DC Pinwheel Skimmer Pump
The Reef Octopus VarioS 2S Skimmer Pump (SKU: OCT-VARIOS2-S) is a premium, variable-speed direct current (DC) pinwheel fractionating pump engineered to deliver silent, ultra-efficient performance for protein skimmers. Traditional alternating current (AC) legacy skimmer pumps run at a single, rigid speed, forcing hobbyists to rely solely on physical water height adjustments or air valves to tune their skimmer's foam level. The VarioS 2S revolutionizes this process by utilizing an intelligent 24V brushless motor core. Pushing up to 238 GPH of water while pulling an impressive 900 L/H of air, this highly responsive pump allows you to electronically fine-tune your skimmer's internal water line and foam density with the press of a button.
The defining operational distinction of the VarioS 2S is its specialized Integrated Safety & Automation Controller. Outfitted with an external control pad, the pump allows users to step through 5 distinct speed modes and cycle through dual independent feed/pause delays (15 or 60 minutes) to keep the skimmer offline during livestock feeding or water changes. For ironclad system safety, Reef Octopus bundles an electronic float switch sensor that plugs straight into the controller housing. By mounting this sensor inside your skimmer's collection cup or waste collector, the pump will instantly shut down the moment the cup fills with liquid skim, mitigating the messy threat of a collection cup overflow. Hand-machined with a high-purity ceramic shaft and matching bearing to optimize long-term friction resistance, the VarioS 2S is the definitive upgrade for low-maintenance, crystal-clear reef aquariums.
Key Features
Intelligent Central Integration: The onboard 0-10V connection turns the controller into a clean translation interface, letting centralized apps dictate variable speed profiles or custom feed-pause delays.
Rotatable Directional Volute: Effortlessly accommodates tight skimmer bodies or narrow sump layouts by altering the physical output path to point up, down, or sideways.
Premium Venturi Assembly: Ships complete with a high-efficiency venturi air intake throat and silicone airline tubing to maximize smooth micro-bubble production.
Thermal Protection Failsafes: Built-in internal cooling channels maintain continuous temperature normalization across the rotor to guard against overheating.
Memory Function Restoration: Retains its exact pre-configured speed stage and operational logic even if an unexpected residential power outage cuts the main grid line.
Ideal Replacement/Upgrade Compatibility
Classic Series: Classic 150INT, NWB 150
Super Reef Octopus (SRO) Series: SRO 1000INT, SRO 2000INT
Regal Series: Regal 150INT, Regal 150SSS
Elite: POV1-DC1
(Note: Some legacy or specific skimmer models may require an additional conversion adapter part to link the pump output to the skimmer body plumbing, sold separately)
