A wine-glass-shaped Super Cone body paired with a fully variable-speed DC pump gives you both a proven skimming shape and precise control over air-to-water ratio. The Reef Octopus Elite Super Cone DC line spans three sizes, each available in standard in-sump and narrower Space Saver bodies.
Why Super Cone Plus DC Control
The Super Cone body shape is a long-standing favorite for how it manages bubble size and rise time, and pairing it with a variable-speed VarioS pump means you can dial in exactly the right air-to-water ratio for your tank's bioload rather than being locked into one fixed setting.
Choosing a Size
- Elite 150 (INT/SSS) — the entry point to the Super Cone DC line, running the VarioS-2S pump.
- Elite 200 (INT/SSS) — steps up to a VarioS-4S variable-speed pump for larger, more heavily-stocked systems.
- Elite 220 (INT/SSS) — the largest in-sump model in the Elite line, built around a 36V VarioS-6S variable-speed pump.
Standard vs. Space Saver
Every Elite size is available in a standard body (INT) or a Space Saver (SSS) body that fits narrower sump compartments without sacrificing pump platform or capacity.
Setup Tips
- Start at a moderate pump speed and adjust based on foam production rather than maxing out the pump immediately.
- Break in gradually, expecting microbubble overflow during the first 1–2 weeks.
- Choose SSS if compartment width is tight — same pump platform, narrower footprint.
The Reef Octopus Elite Super Cone DC line is available at Marine Concept Supply across all sizes — order online or pick up at our shop in Wheeling, IL. Shop 150INT, 150SSS, 200INT, 200SSS, 220INT, or 220SSS, and browse more protein skimmers.
