Details
Octopus BH1000 Hang On The Back Protein Skimmer - Rated for Aquariums up to 100 Gallons
Footprint: 8″ x 3.5″ | Height: 17″
Powered by: Hailea OTP 1000 Pinwheel Pump
FEATURES
- Low Profile body
- Low Heat
- Pump Mounted Externally
- Surface Skimmer
- Air Silencer
- Solid Construction
The Octopus BH-1000 Hang On The Back Protein Skimmer is a unique design HOB skimmer in that the pump is mounted external and under the actual skimmer body allowing for much less room needed behind the aquarium. Also by placing the pump outside the skimmer and the aquarium there is no heat exchanged to the water. This design also allows for easy removal of the pump for cleaning and maintenance. The Reef Octopus® skimmers are powered by the Hailea OTP pumps. They are built with high quality acrylic. The Octopus skimmers uses metric plumbing parts. The pump has an improved venturi design and pinwheel impeller.
Quick Overview
Filtration Handling
- 100 gallon – Light Filtration Demand
- 75 gallon – Medium Filtration Demand
- 55 gallon – Heavy Filtration Demand
Techinical Specs
Footprint: 8″ x 3.5″
Total Height: 17″
Powered by: Hailea OTP 1000 Pinwheel Pump
Wattage: 13w
Air Draw: 180 lph / 6.3 SCFH*
Water Draw: 475 lph / 125 GPH*
*Air and water results will vary depending on aquarium setup
Warranty
1 year warranty on pump and 1 year on skimmer body
Additional Information
| SKU | OCT-BH1000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Vue Technology |



