Main Features
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Red Sea Max 250 - The Complete 65 Gallon Coral Reef System
The MAX 250 has been designed as a highly specified complete 250 liter coral reef aquarium system. Each component has been specifically designed to work as part of the total system, guaranteeing compatibility and performance suited to maintaining even the most delicate stony (sps) corals.
The following key elements differentiate the Max Coral Reef System from other marine aquariums: |
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‘Reef Spec’ Lighting, Filtration, Skimming and Circulation: Extensive research and development carried out in our laboratories clearly shows that in order to sustain delicate hard corals such as SPS species, it is essential to meet certain criteria. This is especially true when we remember that many Max aquariums may be purchased by less experienced hobbyists.
Protein Skimming, Filtration & Circulation: Delivering reef spec performance of 3x per hour aquarium volume circulation, and more than a 3:1 water to air ratio, the Turbo injected protein skimmer now has a foam adjustment feature which makes it even easier to use over a wide range of water conditions. The filtration system has been improved to ensure less water flow restrictions. A full sized, adjustable surface skimmer pulls water from the top of the aquarium where most waste collects. This upgrade reduces maintenance and aids water flow through the filter, making air bubble release far less prevalent. New biological media, improved media bags and an upgraded foam filter ensures water flows more freely through the entire filter chamber. The 250 includes a fittings accessory kit which makes it simple to add a chiller, external filter etc.
Lighting: Reef Spec lighting of 4watts per gallon is controlled by a high quality timer and consists of 6 39w T5 Linear Power Compact lamps giving 234 watts output. An additional fan is now included in order to aid cooling during hot periods.
New Cabinet & Color Options: Available in Black and Silver & Pearl White. Cabinet reflects a modern look and designed for proper air flow throughout the cabinet to aid chiller efficiency.
Increased User Friendliness: The hood has been upgraded to allow 3-stage opening. It is now possible to fully open the hood for major maintenance to the aquarium. In addition the cable channel covers are now easier to use, and the main cord leaves the aquarium through a channel in the back of the aquarium rather than from the side. All of these upgrades improve the overall user-friendliness of the system. To further aid you, every Max 250 is supplied with a full length DVD that will guide you through the set up and maintenance of a MAX coral reef aquarium.
Max Starter Kit: A Max starter Kit is available specifically for the Max 250, and from the experience we have gained we know that the starter kit greatly increases the success rate of the hobbyist. It now includes: 26.4 lbs Coral Pro Salt, Hydrometer, Nitro Bac bio starter, upgraded Marine Lab master test kit with Alkalinity Pro test, Calcium Pro test lab, Magensium test lab, Coral Buff, Calcium & Magnesium Supplements.
Overview: The Red Sea Max 250 combines all the technology necessary to grom and maintain a healthy reef. The Max gives aquarists an opportunity to focus on the joy and beauty of the hobby rather than on the component selection and installation. Optimal lighting, filtration, temperature and circulation make reefkeeping easier than ever before and ensures maximum success for aquarists of all levels.
Filtration & Circulation
The Red Sea Max features a complete 4-stage reef filtration systems, designed to provide perfect water conditions for all reef inhabitants. An adjustable height surface skimmer (a) takes water from where the highest concentration of waste materials is found.
The turbo air injection skimmer developed specifically for the max circulates the water volume through the skimmer more than 3 times per hour at an air/water ratio of 1:3 providing ideal skimming specifications for a hard coral (SPS) reef aquarium. The unique foam adjuster(b) ensures that foam can be produced in all water conditions.
Mechanical filtration removes the large organic substances while Phosophate-free active carbon acts as a large chemical sponge; absorbing dissolved organic carbons from the water. Highly porous bio-media provides a huge surface area for nitrifying bacteria. Additional equipment such as a chiller or an external filter can easily be added with the accessory kit (c) supplies with each unit.
MAX 250 filtration & circulation unit
1 - Accessory Kit (inlet/outlet ports)
2 - 1200 lph circulation pump with adjustable direction outlet
3 - Compartment for accessory pump
4 - Thermostat controlled heater
5 - Mechanical filter sponge
6 - Adjustable protein skimmer with a turbo aspiration pump
7 - Highly porous ceramic biological filter media
8 - Activated carbon chemical filter media
9 - Cartridge for fine (water polishing) filter material
10 - Sponge bubble trap
11 - 2400 lph circulation pump with adjustable direction outlet
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Reef Lighting |
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Complete Lighting System
- 234W T5 linear (1 watt/ litre)
- 117W 10,000K/117W Actinic
- Electronic Ballast
- High polish textured aluminum reflector
- 8 Blue LED moonlights
- Fan-cooled hood for extended life of electronic components
- High transparency polished lens
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| Control Panels |
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Hood Control Panel
24h programmable lighting timer with integral on/off/auto switch as well as an On/Off switch for moonlights. |
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Main Control Panel
Conveniently positioned water-proof power switches for all aquarium components. |
| 3-Stage Accessibility |
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Stage 1 - Feeding
Full width front opening for feeding, monitoring and other light maintenance.
Stage 2 - Aquascaping
For aquascaping, the intire hood can be raised and secured at an angle that provides full light without glare
Stage 3 - Maintenance
For full access to both the aquarium and filtration compartments, the hood can be secured in an almost vertical position. |
| Tank Specifications |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) |
38 x 21 x 26.2" |
Hood opening |
3 positions |
| Total Water Volume |
65 gal |
Circulation pumps |
1 x 320 gph & 1 x 640 gph |
| Aquarium Volume |
60 gal |
Skimmer water throughput |
240 gph |
| Filter Volume |
5 gal |
Skimmer max air flow |
80 gal |
| Glass Thickness |
0.4" |
Skimmer foam adjuster |
yes |
| Cabinet (LxWxH) |
38 x 21 x 32" |
Heater wattage |
200W |
| Lighting |
6 x 39W T5 Power Compact |
Mechanical filter |
yes |
| Lighting - 10,000K |
3x 39w T5 |
Biological Filtration (active surface area) |
1,200 sq ft/gal |
| Lighting - Actinic |
3x 39w T5 |
Activated carbon |
14 oz |
| Lighting - Blue LED |
8 |
Power center |
5 outlets |
| Lighting timer |
Analog |
Water cooling fans |
Twin unit with integrated power supply |
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Customer Reviews
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59 of 35356 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent!
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Red Sea Max 250
by Reefing Joe
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Experience Level: Expert
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Posted on 8/16/2009 from FARMINGTON, NH UNITED STATES
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Comments: I have been reef keeping for over 25 years & naturally have encountered every easy fix claim out there. Red Sea Max has taken a ton of guess work & selection of eqipment out of the scenario & much more! I say BRAVO!They've taken something comlpicated enough to intimidate any educated inquiring novice looking to break into reef keeping & simplified the heck out of it! Again,... BRAVO!Of course the worst part of any NEAR-ALL inclusive system is replacement parts. Will the company be around when you need parts? No worries! Red Sea Max has done their home work, R&D to develope a very stable company based on quality products & yes... available parts @ reasonable prices. WELL DONE!In short,... Beginners take notice! This is a GREAT way to get started into the world of reef keeping. Stick to some elementary proceedures of frequent water changing using quality water & salt, frequent testing to help understand the cycle process of your miniature unique world & finally some patience & slow reactions to changes & newly obtained info. Nothing too fast! Consume & learn without quick reactions & you'll be fine with a system from Red Sea Max.The only downside to these systems, if any, consider adding some small power heads for higher rate of flow & circulation to help feed filter feeders, (inverts), AND clean your lamp covers often & change lamps when reccommended for optimal lighting conditions. THAT'S IT!There's NEVER been an easier system priced right! I've spent a ton less time with maintenance, more time enjoying with the entire family. Better than TV any day! Even my dogs get curious & come take a closer look. So,... Go for It!
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.
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47 of 24038 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent!
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Great tank!
by BRIAN
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Experience Level: Intermediate
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Posted on 8/17/2009 from APOPKA, FL UNITED STATES
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Comments: I have had this tank for 9 months now. Fantastic tank, great addition, great looking piece of furniture. Great coral growth. Only downside was tank temperature. A chiller is a requirement for this tank. I held out for 3 weeks, and then had to buy one. Otherwise, really great product!
Yes, I would recommend this product to my friends.
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