Description
Maxspect Jump Protein Skimmer SK2800 G2
Maximum Skimming Capacity. Intelligent Control. Built for Serious Reef Systems.
When you're running a large reef aquarium, heavily stocked system, or high-demand fish system, your protein skimmer needs to keep up.
The Maxspect Jump Protein Skimmer SK2800 G2 is the flagship of the Jump G2 protein skimmer lineup, delivering the highest capacity in the series for aquariums with substantial nutrient production.
With 800 LPH of air intake, 1,600 LPH of water flow, and a powerful 50W DC pump, the SK2800 G2 is engineered to efficiently remove dissolved organic waste while giving you the control needed to fine-tune performance to your specific aquarium.
Maxspect combines its patented dual needle-wheel technology, dual water intake, optimized Gen 2 reaction chamber, sine-wave pump technology, DC flow control, intelligent overflow protection, and quick-release maintenance design into a skimmer built for demanding reef systems.
Why Choose the Maxspect Jump SK2800 G2?
800 LPH Air Intake for High-Capacity Skimming
The SK2800 G2 is designed for serious nutrient export, delivering an impressive 800 LPH / 211 GPH of air intake.
That high air volume creates an intense air-to-water mixing process inside the reaction chamber, helping produce a dense population of fine microbubbles.
The result is more opportunity for dissolved organic compounds to attach to the bubbles and be carried into the collection cup.
For large aquariums with substantial fish populations, heavy feeding schedules, or demanding coral systems, the SK2800 G2 provides the skimming capacity to match.
Patented Dual Needle-Wheel Technology
At the center of the SK2800 G2 is Maxspect's patented dual needle-wheel design.
The dual needle wheels efficiently mix air and water while producing fine microbubbles throughout the reaction chamber.
This design is paired with Maxspect's Gen 2 reaction chamber, which is engineered to optimize the air-to-water ratio and produce finer, denser microbubbles for efficient protein skimming.
Powerful Skimming Without the Typical Pump Noise
Large reef equipment doesn't have to sound like large reef equipment.
The SK2800 G2 utilizes sine-wave pump technology to provide smoother pump operation compared with traditional pump technology.
That makes the SK2800 G2 an excellent choice for reefers who want substantial skimming performance without adding unnecessary noise to the room.
Your skimmer should be working hard.
You shouldn't have to hear it working hard.
Precise DC Flow Control
A high-performance skimmer is only as good as your ability to tune it.
The SK2800 G2 features DC flow control, allowing you to adjust pump output and fine-tune skimming performance based on your aquarium's current bioload.
The precision front dial and adjustable water inlet make it easier to establish the ideal internal water level and foam production.
As your aquarium changes, your skimmer can change with it.
Add more fish. Increase feeding. Grow your coral collection.
Adjust the skimmer instead of replacing it.
Intelligent Overflow Protection
An overflowing protein skimmer can quickly turn a routine maintenance issue into a major mess.
The SK2800 G2 includes intelligent overflow protection designed to help prevent the backflow of collected organic waste into your aquarium.
When an overflow condition is detected, the controller automatically reduces the pump to Level 1 rather than completely shutting it down. This helps maintain oxygenation while minimizing sudden changes in water conditions.
Once the collection cup has been emptied and the sensor confirms that the system is operating normally, the controller automatically restores the pump to its previous operating speed.
Feed Mode & Start Delay
The SK2800 G2's smart controller includes convenient features such as Feed Mode and Start Delay.
Feed your fish without fighting with an overflowing skimmer, and allow the skimmer to restart intelligently after maintenance or startup.
These features may seem small, but they become increasingly valuable when you're managing a large reef system with substantial filtration equipment.
Dual Water Intake Design
The SK2800 G2 incorporates a dual water intake system designed to provide efficient water movement through the skimmer.
Maxspect also gives you a fully adjustable right-side water inlet, allowing precise control over the internal water level.
This additional adjustability makes it easier to tune the skimmer to different sump configurations and operating conditions.
Gen 2 Spiral Reaction Chamber
The Gen 2 SK2800 features an optimized spiral reaction chamber designed to improve bubble movement and reduce operating noise.
Maxspect's Gen 2 improvements include an optimized air-to-water ratio, finer and denser microbubbles, and precise internal water-level adjustment.
The result is a more controlled environment for efficient foam fractionation and nutrient removal.
Quick-Release Design for Easier Maintenance
A protein skimmer is one of the hardest-working pieces of equipment in your sump—and regular cleaning is essential.
The SK2800 G2 features a quick-release mechanism designed to simplify disassembly and routine maintenance.
The integrated silencer can also be removed and fully cleaned, helping maintain efficient and quiet operation over the long term.
Less time maintaining your skimmer means more time enjoying your reef.
What Size Aquarium Is the SK2800 G2 Best For?
The SK2800 G2 is designed for large reef aquariums and systems with significant bioloads.
Maxspect provides three different aquarium ratings based on bioload rather than giving one oversized maximum tank rating.
| Aquarium Bioload | Recommended Aquarium Size |
|---|---|
| High Bioload | Up to 237 gallons |
| Medium Bioload | Up to 475 gallons |
| Low Bioload | Up to 713 gallons |
WWC Tip
Don't choose a protein skimmer based only on your aquarium's gallon size.
A heavily stocked 200-gallon reef can produce considerably more waste than a lightly stocked 400-gallon system.
If you have a large fish population, feed heavily, or maintain a high nutrient-production system, use the high-bioload rating when choosing your skimmer.
For a lightly stocked system, the SK2800 G2 provides substantial additional filtration capacity and plenty of room for future livestock growth.
Maxspect Jump SK2800 G2 Specifications
- Model: MJ-SK2800
- Series: Jump Gen 2
- Pump: DC-powered
- Power Consumption: 50W
- Water Flow: 1,600 LPH / 421 GPH
- Air Intake: 800 LPH / 211 GPH
- Recommended Water Depth: 7⅞–9½ in / 20–24 cm
- Height: 23⅝ in / 600 mm
- Body Dimensions: Approximately 11½ × 9¾ in / 290 × 250 mm
- High Bioload: 237 gallons / 900 L
- Medium Bioload: 475 gallons / 1,800 L
- Low Bioload: 713 gallons / 2,700 L
Maxspect Jump SK2800 G2 Technology
The flagship SK2800 G2 combines the major technologies found throughout Maxspect's Gen 2 Jump series:
- Patented Dual Needle Wheel
- Dual Water Intake
- 1,600 LPH Water Flow
- 800 LPH Air Intake
- Near-Silent Sine-Wave Pump Technology
- DC Flow Control
- Precision Front Dial
- Fully Adjustable Right Water Inlet
- Optimized Spiral Reaction Chamber
- Intelligent Overflow Protection
- Feed Mode
- Start Delay
- Quick-Release Maintenance System
- Removable & Cleanable Silencer
- Precise Internal Water-Level Adjustment
WWC Quick Take
Our Take on the Maxspect SK2800 G2
Best for: Large reef aquariums, heavily stocked systems, large fish systems, and reefers who want substantial nutrient-export capacity.
High-bioload rating: 237 gallons
Medium-bioload rating: 475 gallons
Low-bioload rating: 713 gallons
Air intake: 800 LPH
Water flow: 1,600 LPH
Power: 50W
Recommended water depth: 7⅞–9½ inches
Why We Like It
The SK2800 G2 brings together serious skimming capacity with the control and convenience you want from a modern reef filtration system.
The combination of high air intake, dual needle-wheel technology, quiet sine-wave operation, DC adjustment, intelligent overflow protection, and quick-release maintenance makes it particularly attractive for larger reef systems where reliable nutrient export is critical.
Ideal For
- Large mixed reef aquariums
- SPS-dominant reef systems
- Heavily stocked reef aquariums
- Large fish populations
- High-feeding systems
- Fish-only aquariums with substantial bioload
- Large coral farms and advanced reef systems
- Aquariums designed with significant future livestock growth in mind
Built for the Reef You Want to Build
The best filtration equipment isn't necessarily the equipment with the biggest number on the box.
It's the equipment that gives you the capacity, control, and reliability to handle your aquarium as it grows.
The Maxspect Jump SK2800 G2 gives large reef systems serious nutrient-export capacity while maintaining the refined operation and intelligent control expected from a modern protein skimmer.
With 800 LPH of air intake, 1,600 LPH of water flow, dual needle-wheel technology, DC control, intelligent overflow protection, and Gen 2 reaction-chamber technology, the SK2800 G2 is built for reefers who aren't building small systems.
Upgrade Your Reef's Nutrient Export
If you're running a large or heavily stocked aquarium, give your filtration system the capacity to keep up.
Shop the Maxspect Jump SK2800 G2 at Worldwide Corals and give your reef the powerful, controllable protein skimming it deserves.