Bubble Magus Curve 5 Protein Skimmer

Bubble Magus Curve 5 Protein Skimmer

The Bubble Magus Curve 5 Protein Skimmer is a needle wheel protein skimmer for marine aquariums, designed to remove organic waste and proteins from the water in tanks of up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons). It suits marine aquarists who want a compact skimmer that helps maintain good water quality and a healthy home for their livestock.

Key Benefits

• Needle wheel technology removes organic waste and proteins from the aquarium water efficiently.
• Rated for aquariums up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons), so it covers a wide range of marine setups.
• Fitted with the ROCK-SP1000 pump, which delivers reliable performance and efficient skimming on only 8 W of power.
• Compact footprint of 185 × 180 × 470 mm (7.3" × 7.1" × 18.5"), so it saves space without compromising effectiveness.
• Works well across a water level range of 24.1 cm (9.5") to 27.9 cm (11"), helping with the removal of dissolved organics.
• Supports clear water and a healthy habitat for your marine inhabitants.

How to Use

For best results, run the skimmer with the water level kept within its optimal range of 24.1 cm (9.5") to 27.9 cm (11"). This is the range in which it skims most effectively and removes dissolved organics.

Suitable For

• Marine aquariums up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons).
• Aquarists who want to remove organic waste and proteins as part of their filtration.
• Setups where space is limited and a compact skimmer is needed.

Specifications

• Type: needle wheel protein skimmer
• Rated capacity: up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons)
• Pump: ROCK-SP1000
• Power consumption: 8 W
• Voltage: 220 V, 50 Hz
• Dimensions: 185 × 180 × 470 mm (7.3" × 7.1" × 18.5")
• Optimal water level: 24.1 cm (9.5") to 27.9 cm (11")

What's Included

• One needle wheel protein skimmer fitted with the ROCK-SP1000 pump, rated for aquariums up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons)

Frequently Asked Questions

What size aquarium is the Curve 5 rated for?
It is rated for marine aquariums up to 500 litres (approximately 140 gallons).

What type of protein skimmer is it?
It is a needle wheel protein skimmer. It removes organic waste and proteins from the aquarium water.

What water level does it need?
Its optimal water level range is 24.1 cm (9.5") to 27.9 cm (11"). Keep the level within this range for effective skimming.

How much power does it use?
The ROCK-SP1000 pump draws 8 W and runs on 220 V, 50 Hz.

How big is it?
It measures 185 × 180 × 470 mm (7.3" × 7.1" × 18.5"), which makes it a compact skimmer.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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