{"product_id":"reef-octopus-varios-advanced-controllable-dc-water-pump","title":"Reef Octopus Octo VarioS Advanced Controllable DC Water Pump","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.aq-pd{font-family:Georgia,serif;color:#1a1a1a;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.7;}\n.aq-pd h2{font-size:1.45em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:-0.01em;border-left:4px solid #c0392b;padding-left:12px;margin:2em 0 0.6em;}\n.aq-pd h3{font-size:1.05em;font-weight:700;margin:1.2em 0 0.4em;color:#c0392b;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.06em;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;}\n.aq-pd p{margin:0.5em 0 1em;}\n.aq-callout{background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;border-radius:4px;padding:16px 20px;margin:1.6em 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.93em;line-height:1.6;}\n.aq-callout strong{color:#f5c518;}\n.aq-features{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:14px;margin:1em 0 1.6em;}\n.aq-feature-card{background:#f4f4f4;border-radius:4px;padding:14px 16px;border-left:3px solid #c0392b;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.9em;}\n.aq-feature-card strong{display:block;margin-bottom:3px;color:#1a1a1a;}\n.aq-feature-card span{color:#555;}\n.aq-compare{overflow-x:auto;margin:1em 0 1.6em;}\n.aq-compare table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.84em;min-width:640px;}\n.aq-compare th{background:#c0392b;color:#fff;padding:9px 11px;text-align:center;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.04em;text-transform:uppercase;}\n.aq-compare th:first-child{background:#1a1a1a;text-align:left;}\n.aq-compare td{padding:8px 11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;text-align:center;}\n.aq-compare td:first-child{text-align:left;font-weight:600;color:#444;background:#fafafa;}\n.aq-compare tr:nth-child(even) td:not(:first-child){background:#fff8f8;}\n.aq-specs-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-top:1em;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.93em;}\n.aq-specs-table th{background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;text-align:left;padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.04em;text-transform:uppercase;font-size:0.82em;}\n.aq-specs-table td{padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;vertical-align:top;}\n.aq-specs-table tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f9f9f9;}\n.aq-specs-table td:first-child{font-weight:600;width:45%;color:#444;}\n.aq-tab-radio{display:none;}\n.aq-tab-labels{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin:1.4em 0 0;}\n.aq-tab-label{display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;border:2px solid #c0392b;background:#fff;color:#c0392b;font-weight:700;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.9em;cursor:pointer;border-radius:3px;letter-spacing:0.04em;transition:background 0.15s,color 0.15s;user-select:none;}\n.aq-tab-label:hover{background:#e8c4c1;}\n.aq-tab-panel{display:none;}\n#aq-tab-2:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-2\"],\n#aq-tab-4:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-4\"],\n#aq-tab-6:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-6\"],\n#aq-tab-8:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-8\"],\n#aq-tab-10:checked ~ .aq-tab-labels label[for=\"aq-tab-10\"]{background:#c0392b;color:#fff;}\n#aq-tab-2:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-2,\n#aq-tab-4:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-4,\n#aq-tab-6:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-6,\n#aq-tab-8:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-8,\n#aq-tab-10:checked ~ .aq-panels #aq-panel-10{display:block;}\n.aq-note{font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:0.82em;color:#777;margin-top:-0.5em;font-style:italic;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-pd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eReef Octopus Octo VarioS Advanced Controllable DC Water Pump\u003c\/strong\u003e is a quiet, energy-efficient, and fully controllable pump for your sump return, closed loop, reactors, or manifold. Unlike traditional AC pumps, the VarioS runs on safe low-voltage DC, produces less heat per gallon of flow, and includes a detachable controller with five speeds, feed modes, a float-switch input, and a 0-10V port so a controller like a Neptune Apex can take full command. Five sizes cover systems from nano tanks up to very large reefs. Explore more of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\"\u003ereef and saltwater gear\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull control, energy efficient, quiet.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every VarioS includes a \u003cstrong\u003edetachable DC controller\u003c\/strong\u003e with five speeds, 15 and 60 minute feed modes, an included \u003cstrong\u003efloat switch\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003e0-10V input\u003c\/strong\u003e for Apex and other aquarium controllers. A ceramic shaft with propeller bearing and a soft slow-start keep it running quiet and long.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VarioS is a variable-speed DC pump. Its controller lets you set the exact flow you need and ramp the pump up gently on start-up to reduce wear. The volute rotates in 90 degree steps so you can orient the output vertically or horizontally, and the whole controller detaches for clean, waterproof plumbing. Because it is DC, it draws far less power than a comparable AC pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures — All Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetachable DC Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive speeds with a clean, waterproof plug-in controller and mount.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e0-10V Controller Input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand control to a Neptune Apex, Reef Angel, or other 0-10V controller.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloat Switch Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWire in the included float switch for high or low water safety shutoff.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed \/ Pause Modes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePause the pump for 15 or 60 minutes during feeding and maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Shaft Bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-quality ceramic shaft with propeller bearing reduces wear and noise.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotatable Volute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput rotates in 90 degree steps for vertical or horizontal plumbing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Slow-Start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRamps from zero to speed over about 10 seconds to protect the pump.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Efficient DC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-voltage DC runs quiet, cool, and cheaper than comparable AC pumps.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose Your Size — Model Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"aq-note\"\u003eSelect a model in the tabs below for its full individual spec sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-compare\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarioS-2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarioS-4\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarioS-6\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarioS-8\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVarioS-10\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e792 GPH (3,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,050 GPH (4,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,720 GPH (6,500 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,700 GPH (10,200 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,220 GPH (16,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.7 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 to 200 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm 1.5 in PVC union\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm 1 in and 3\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 mm 1.25 in PVC union\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (WxLxH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 x 5.7 x 4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.2 x 8.3 x 6.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, pressure rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$311.84\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$404.24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$450.44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$577.49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1154.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Model Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick a model below to view its complete specification sheet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-2\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\" checked\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-4\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-6\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-8\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"radio\" class=\"aq-tab-radio\" id=\"aq-tab-10\" name=\"aq-spec-tab\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-labels\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-2\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003eVarioS-2 — 792 GPH\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-4\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003eVarioS-4 — 1,050 GPH\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-6\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003eVarioS-6 — 1,720 GPH\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-8\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003eVarioS-8 — 2,700 GPH\u003c\/label\u003e\u003clabel for=\"aq-tab-10\" class=\"aq-tab-label\"\u003eVarioS-10 — 4,220 GPH\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-panels\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarioS-2 · 792 GPH · 13 ft head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus VarioS-2 is a controllable DC circulation and return pump rated for 792 GPH at a maximum head of 13 ft. It is a free-flow pump, not pressure rated, so it is ideal as a sump return or for reactors and closed loops rather than second-floor or high-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e $311.84\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e792 GPH (3,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet \/ Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.75 x 5.7 x 4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable controller, 5 speeds, feed modes, float switch, 0-10V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump, controller, float switch, power supply, PVC unions, stepped barb, intake screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year pump, 1-year rotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-4\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarioS-4 · 1,050 GPH · 14.7 ft head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus VarioS-4 is a controllable DC circulation and return pump rated for 1,050 GPH at a maximum head of 14.7 ft. It is a free-flow pump, not pressure rated, so it is ideal as a sump return or for reactors and closed loops rather than second-floor or high-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e $404.24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,050 GPH (4,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.7 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet \/ Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm 1 in and 3\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable controller, 5 speeds, feed modes, float switch, 0-10V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump, controller, float switch, power supply, PVC unions, stepped barb, intake screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year pump, 1-year rotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarioS-6 · 1,720 GPH · 16 ft head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus VarioS-6 is a controllable DC circulation and return pump rated for 1,720 GPH at a maximum head of 16 ft. It is a free-flow pump, not pressure rated, so it is ideal as a sump return or for reactors and closed loops rather than second-floor or high-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e $450.44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,720 GPH (6,500 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet \/ Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable controller, 5 speeds, feed modes, float switch, 0-10V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump, controller, float switch, power supply, PVC unions, stepped barb, intake screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year pump, 1-year rotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarioS-8 · 2,700 GPH · 18 ft head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus VarioS-8 is a controllable DC circulation and return pump rated for 2,700 GPH at a maximum head of 18 ft. It is a free-flow pump, not pressure rated, so it is ideal as a sump return or for reactors and closed loops rather than second-floor or high-pressure applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e $577.49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,700 GPH (10,200 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet \/ Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 in slip PVC and 1\/2 to 3\/4 in stepped barb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.75 x 5.7 x 5.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable controller, 5 speeds, feed modes, float switch, 0-10V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump, controller, float switch, power supply, PVC unions, stepped barb, intake screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year pump, 1-year rotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aq-tab-panel\" id=\"aq-panel-10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVarioS-10 · 4,220 GPH · 29.5 ft head\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reef Octopus VarioS-10 is a controllable DC circulation and return pump rated for 4,220 GPH at a maximum head of 29.5 ft. It is pressure rated, making it suitable for high-head and second-floor applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"aq-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVARIOS-10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e $1154.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,220 GPH (16,000 L\/h)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Head Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 to 200 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet \/ Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm 1.5 in PVC union\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutlet \/ Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 mm 1.25 in PVC union\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x L x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.2 x 8.3 x 6.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePressure Rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, pressure rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable controller, 5 speeds, feed modes, float switch, 0-10V input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePump, controller, float switch, power supply, PVC unions, stepped barb, intake screen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-year pump, 1-year rotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Model Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarioS-2\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nano and small systems, about 792 GPH. A quiet return or manifold pump for AIO and small reef tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarioS-4\u003c\/strong\u003e — Small to mid systems, about 1,050 GPH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarioS-6\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mid-size systems, about 1,720 GPH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarioS-8\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large systems, about 2,700 GPH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarioS-10\u003c\/strong\u003e — The powerhouse of the line at about 4,220 GPH and a 29.5 ft head. Unlike the smaller models it is pressure rated, so it suits second-floor and high-head plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Note on Pressure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VarioS-2 through VarioS-8 are high-flow, low-pressure pumps, ideal for sump returns, reactors, and closed loops. They are not intended for second-floor runs or to feed Beckett or downdraft skimmers where steady pressure is required. If you need pressure, choose the pressure-rated VarioS-10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I control it with an Apex?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every VarioS has a 0-10V input so a Neptune Apex or similar controller can run the pump. It also works standalone with its included controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a controller included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The detachable controller, float switch, power supply, and plumbing fittings all come in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it run submerged or external?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe VarioS is designed to run in-sump (submerged). Follow the manual for placement and priming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater or saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe VarioS works in both freshwater and saltwater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reef Octopus","offers":[{"title":"VarioS-2","offer_id":49178099417307,"sku":"VARIOS-2","price":311.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VarioS-4","offer_id":49178099450075,"sku":"VARIOS-4","price":404.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VarioS-6","offer_id":49178099482843,"sku":"VARIOS-6","price":450.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VarioS-8","offer_id":49178099515611,"sku":"VARIOS-8","price":577.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"VarioS-10","offer_id":49178099548379,"sku":"VARIOS-10","price":1154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/varios2_pump_1.webp?v=1787610010","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/reef-octopus-varios-advanced-controllable-dc-water-pump","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}