{"product_id":"reef-octopus-classic-1000-hob-protein-skimmer-for-saltwater-reef-aquariums-up-to-130-gallons","title":"Reef Octopus Classic 1000 HOB Protein Skimmer for Saltwater \u0026 Reef Aquariums | Up to 130 Gallons","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"86\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"1pngzk5\"\u003eReef Octopus Classic 1000 HOB Protein Skimmer for Marine Aquariums up to 130 Gallons\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"362\" data-start=\"88\"\u003eBring professional grade protein skimming to your aquarium without the need for a sump. The \u003cstrong data-end=\"229\" data-start=\"180\"\u003eReef Octopus Classic 1000 HOB Protein Skimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for reef keepers and saltwater hobbyists who want exceptional nutrient export while maintaining a clean, simple setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"364\"\u003eDesigned to hang directly on the back of your aquarium, the Classic 1000 HOB features an externally mounted \u003cstrong data-end=\"506\" data-start=\"472\"\u003eAquatrance 1000S pinwheel pump\u003c\/strong\u003e, maximizing performance while minimizing heat transfer into your aquarium water. Its slim profile, premium acrylic construction, quiet operation, and efficient foam production make it an excellent choice for both reef and fish-only marine systems. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe title=\"Reef Octopus Classic 1000 HOB Protein Skimmer Video\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WoOlriA2Zec\" height=\"315\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhether you're battling nuisance algae, improving water clarity, or creating a healthier environment for sensitive corals, the Classic 1000 HOB is built to perform.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"963\" data-start=\"960\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"965\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"982\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"982\" data-section-id=\"mrp24w\"\u003eDesigned for marine aquariums up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"1020\"\u003e130 gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1085\" data-start=\"1036\" data-section-id=\"1ppgh2v\"\u003eNo sump required and easy hang on back installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1086\" data-section-id=\"bod3l9\"\u003ePowerful \u003cstrong data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1097\"\u003eAquatrance 1000S Pinwheel Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1132\" data-section-id=\"cd3733\"\u003eExternal pump design reduces heat transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1220\" data-start=\"1177\" data-section-id=\"1h7hiki\"\u003eCompact footprint ideal for limited space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1265\" data-start=\"1221\" data-section-id=\"1azcde0\"\u003eQuiet operation with included air silencer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1266\" data-section-id=\"17b2c9w\"\u003ePremium cast acrylic construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1339\" data-start=\"1302\" data-section-id=\"uplxxq\"\u003eBuilt-in surface skimmer attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1340\" data-section-id=\"1dwkwbz\"\u003eEasy-access pump for routine maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1483\" data-start=\"1383\" data-section-id=\"16g6d6t\"\u003eExcellent for reef aquariums and fish only saltwater systems \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1488\" data-start=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1490\" data-section-id=\"1cgu054\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1548\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1548\" data-start=\"1519\"\u003eRecommended Aquarium Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1549\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1583\" data-start=\"1549\" data-section-id=\"1cmblpy\"\u003eLight Bioload: Up to 130 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1584\" data-section-id=\"16nmoof\"\u003eMedium Bioload: Up to 80 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1619\" data-section-id=\"a6pxrz\"\u003eHeavy Bioload: Up to 60 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1669\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1669\" data-section-id=\"4zp0n4\"\u003eFootprint: 8.8\" × 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1707\" data-start=\"1694\" data-section-id=\"1uo5ayx\"\u003eHeight: 17\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1709\"\u003ePump\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1750\" data-start=\"1718\" data-section-id=\"jl7okt\"\u003eAquatrance 1000S Pinwheel Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1779\" data-start=\"1751\" data-section-id=\"r1s3qs\"\u003ePower Consumption: 9 Watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1799\" data-start=\"1780\" data-section-id=\"ll3xm2\"\u003eAir Draw: 420 LPH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1830\" data-start=\"1800\" data-section-id=\"nc0nj6\"\u003eWater Flow: 350 LPH (92 GPH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1848\" data-start=\"1832\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1926\" data-start=\"1849\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1849\" data-section-id=\"1it9d5y\"\u003eHang On Back (HOB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1926\" data-start=\"1870\" data-section-id=\"1rbpqdi\"\u003eNo sump required \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1931\" data-start=\"1928\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1953\" data-start=\"1933\" data-section-id=\"1ykf3bd\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"1955\"\u003eUnlike many HOB skimmers that require bulky internal pumps, the Classic 1000 HOB places the pump externally, giving you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2077\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"2077\" data-section-id=\"cvlkow\"\u003eMore room inside the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2140\" data-start=\"2109\" data-section-id=\"1yr1dza\"\u003eLess heat added to your water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2175\" data-start=\"2141\" data-section-id=\"u1pcbt\"\u003eEasier pump removal for cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2176\" data-section-id=\"14isc2o\"\u003eExcellent air-to-water mixing for dense foam production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2398\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003eThe result is consistent skimming that helps remove dissolved organic waste before it breaks down into nitrate and phosphate. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2403\" data-start=\"2400\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2405\" data-section-id=\"1l219v0\"\u003eWhy Does Your Aquarium Need a Protein Skimmer?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2574\" data-start=\"2462\"\u003eA protein skimmer is one of the most effective pieces of filtration equipment available for saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2600\" data-start=\"2576\" data-section-id=\"zbvqr9\"\u003eWhat does it remove?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2602\"\u003eProtein skimmers remove dissolved organic compounds before they 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Skimmer Right for Your Aquarium?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3267\" data-start=\"3225\"\u003eThe Classic 1000 HOB is ideal if you have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3454\" data-start=\"3269\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3285\" data-start=\"3269\" data-section-id=\"jcpwko\"\u003eReef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3314\" data-start=\"3286\" data-section-id=\"1k8qe8d\"\u003eFish-only marine aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3328\" data-start=\"3315\" data-section-id=\"6iawwi\"\u003eMixed reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3349\" data-start=\"3329\" data-section-id=\"3ngo4j\"\u003eSoft coral systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3350\" data-section-id=\"1uxar9c\"\u003eLPS reefs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3394\" data-start=\"3362\" data-section-id=\"11aygcm\"\u003eSPS systems with proper sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3421\" data-start=\"3395\" data-section-id=\"1e1upgq\"\u003eAquariums without a sump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3454\" data-start=\"3422\" data-section-id=\"xle3pu\"\u003eExisting HOB filtration setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3459\" data-start=\"3456\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"3478\" data-start=\"3461\" data-section-id=\"1jxbixs\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3654\" data-start=\"3480\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3527\" data-start=\"3480\" data-section-id=\"hvwwm8\"\u003eReef Octopus Classic 1000 HOB Protein Skimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3560\" data-start=\"3528\" data-section-id=\"jl7okt\"\u003eAquatrance 1000S Pinwheel Pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3578\" data-start=\"3561\" data-section-id=\"1yxt04w\"\u003eIntake Strainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3579\" data-section-id=\"ia8e7e\"\u003eInstallation Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3654\" data-start=\"3603\" data-section-id=\"slu814\"\u003eSetup Guide \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3659\" data-start=\"3656\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"3678\" data-start=\"3661\" data-section-id=\"1dql446\"\u003eBreak-In Period\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3775\" data-start=\"3680\"\u003eLike virtually all new protein skimmers, the Classic 1000 HOB requires a short break-in period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3818\" data-start=\"3777\"\u003eDuring the first few days you may notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3890\" data-start=\"3820\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3844\" data-start=\"3820\" data-section-id=\"10peji7\"\u003eIncreased microbubbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3875\" data-start=\"3845\" data-section-id=\"kth8p\"\u003eInconsistent foam production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3890\" data-start=\"3876\" data-section-id=\"1d598kf\"\u003eWet skimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4075\" data-start=\"3892\"\u003eThis is completely normal. 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