Description
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.
Why Buy Your Reef Octopus / CoralVue Product From World Wide Corals:
- We run this equipment ourselves. Reef Octopus skimmers and pumps keep our own coral holding and grow-out systems running — this isn't just a catalog SKU to us.
- Sizing and setup help from people who actually keep corals. Not sure which model fits your tank, sump, or flow needs? Our team can help you choose and set it up correctly the first time.
- Bundle and save. Add your Reef Octopus equipment to your next coral or dry goods order and consolidate shipping — something a standalone equipment retailer can't offer.
- Trusted by hobbyists and public aquariums worldwide.
Support: Need help with setup, programming, or warranty support? Reach out directly to CoralVue Support — the manufacturer's team can walk you through everything from controller setup to troubleshooting.
Warranty: This product is backed by the manufacturer's official warranty. See full terms here: Warranty | CoralVue.
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
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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.
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Rotatable Directional Volute: Effortlessly accommodates tight skimmer bodies or narrow sump layouts by altering the physical output path to point up, down, or sideways.
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Premium Venturi Assembly: Ships complete with a high-efficiency venturi air intake throat and silicone airline tubing to maximize smooth micro-bubble production.
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Thermal Protection Failsafes: Built-in internal cooling channels maintain continuous temperature normalization across the rotor to guard against overheating.
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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
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Classic Series: Classic 150INT, NWB 150
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Super Reef Octopus (SRO) Series: SRO 1000INT, SRO 2000INT
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Regal Series: Regal 150INT, Regal 150SSS
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Elite: POV1-DC1
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(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)