VarioS Controllable Skimmer Pumps – Reef Octopus

Product details

VarioS Controllable Skimmer Pumps – Reef Octopus is a controllable DC protein skimmer pump system designed to fine-tune skimmer performance by adjusting the pump’s speed (and therefore the water/air draw into the skimmer). Used in reef aquarium sumps, the VarioS controller lets you select among preset speed levels and run feed modes to help stabilize skimmer output during maintenance or feeding.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))

Features:

• DC pinwheel skimmer pump for variable-speed control of skimmer output.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))
• Controller provides five preset speed settings for more precise adjustment.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))
• Feed mode options include 15-minute and 60-minute pause settings.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))
• Includes a 0–10V input on the detachable controller for integration with compatible aquarium controllers.([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/products/reef-octopus-varios-2s-controllable-skimmer-pump?utm_source=openai))
• Low-voltage operation uses a 24V working voltage design for safer operation than many standard AC pump setups.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))
• Rotatable output volute orientation supports placement flexibility (horizontal or vertical adjustment).([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/product/varios-skimmer-pump-3/))

Specifications:

• Model (shop listing): VarioS 2S (selectable: VarioS 2S / 4S / 6S on the shop listing).([seasideaquatics.com](https://www.seasideaquatics.com/home/5121-varios-controllable-skimmer-pumps-reef-octopus.html))
• Operating voltage: 24V DC.([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/products/reef-octopus-varios-2s-controllable-skimmer-pump?utm_source=openai))
• Power consumption (max): 25W.([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Catalogue.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Maximum flow rate: 900 (per Reef Octopus catalog table for VarioS 2-S).([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Catalogue.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Maximum air intake: 238 (per Reef Octopus catalog table for VarioS 2-S).([reefoctopus.com](https://reefoctopus.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Catalogue.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Output connection size: 1 in outlet (listed as 1" / 1 inch connection size).([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/products/reef-octopus-varios-2s-controllable-skimmer-pump?utm_source=openai))
• Included items: Pump, VarioS controller, power supply, venturi, airline tubing, and 1" output union.([liveaquaria.com](https://www.liveaquaria.com/products/reef-octopus-varios-2s-controllable-skimmer-pump?utm_source=openai))
• Dimensions (pump): 4.75" (W) x 5.7" (L) x 4" (H).([marineandreef.com](https://www.marineandreef.com/Reef_Octopus_OCTO_VarioS_2S_DC_Skimmer_Pump_p/rcv25221.htm?utm_source=openai))