AquaReady ConeS Q-2 In-Sump Protein Skimmer

Premium in-sump skimming for serious reef tanks. The AquaReady ConeS Q-2 is a high-performance in-sump protein skimmer built for reef and marine aquariums. Its hybrid-cone body maximizes reaction chamber capacity for steady, efficient skimmate production, and the SHARK 2.0 needle-wheel pump generates the fine bubbles that pull dissolved organics out of your water before they break down. A built-in air-intake silencer keeps it near-silent, and the premium cell-cast acrylic construction is built to last. Rated for tanks up to 250 gallons. Build out your reef with salt mixes and corals.

Key Features

• Hybrid-cone body maximizes reaction chamber capacity for steady skimmate flow
• SHARK 2.0 needle-wheel pump (a modified Sicce) produces the ideal bubble size at just 22 watts
• Built-in air-intake silencer for near-silent operation
• Premium cell-cast acrylic construction
• Space-efficient footprint for easy in-sump placement
• Rated up to 250 gallons light bioload, or 130 gallons heavy bioload

Specifications

Setup and Tuning

• Place it in your sump at the recommended water depth
• Allow a week or two of break-in while it dials in
• Adjust the water level or air intake to tune skimmate wetter or drier
• Rinse the collection cup regularly for peak performance

Pair It With

• Salt mixes and reef supplements to keep parameters dialed in
• Browse all corals and saltwater supplies

Frequently Asked Questions

What size tank is it for?
Up to about 250 gallons on a light bioload, or 130 gallons on a heavy bioload.

Is it in-sump or hang-on?
It is an in-sump skimmer, so it needs to sit in a sump at the correct water depth.

Freshwater or saltwater?
Saltwater only. Protein skimmers work by pulling organics from salt water and are not used in freshwater.

Is it noisy?
No. A built-in air-intake silencer keeps it running near-silent.