Refugia Sumps
    
 
Refugia Sump Photo
What is a Refugia Sump?
  
   

A sump stores both equipment and the excess water needed to run that equipment. It constitutes the primary filtration center and emergency-safeguard system of an aquarium.

The Refugia Sump has a filter shell, containing a prefilter sponge, probe holder, and Bio Balls for aerobic filtration. Mineral mud in the second chamber enriches and filters aquarium water further. An additional sponge unit prevents larger particulates from the mineral mud to get back into the aquarium. Finally, a "dry" chamber allows water to collect before being reintroduced to the tank.

  
         
 
Filter Specifications
Optional Skimmer
 
 
  • Filter shell, bio balls, sponge, 4-probe holder and pre filter box
  • Two 1-14" Flex hoses on most models
  • Fittings for hard plumbing attachment on largest model (RU-6N)
  • 3 feet heavy duty spiral flex hose (no silicon or hose clamps required)
  • Includes light
  • 20 ppi reticulated polishing foam block
  • Standard sizes from 100 to 600 gallons
  • Can be used on glass or acrylic aquariums
  • Can be purchased with a skimmer
  
  • Predator Down Flow skimmer
  • Sized to match aquarium and sump
  • Provides protection against protein buildup in an aquarium
  • No Venturi or Air Stones needed for operation
  • Attaches as shown in above photo, filtering water before it enters the "clean" side of the sump