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110, 130 & 150 Select Reef Ready Basic Package

(Based on the Natural Live Rock Method )

A completely self-contained stand alone true reef system. Our Select Mid Price Range Packages include exclusive features not found on a majority of reef ready aquariums along with the choice of adding custom options and components to complete your dream system. Designed and Manufactured after years of extensive testing and installations (over 1000 installed). Our  Overflow & Sump Filter Systems are correctly matched with the optimum sizes and flow rates to greatly improve skimmer efficiency and help reduce nitates and phosphates along with particulates from the saltwater aquarium. The refugium chamber allows large populations of macro-fauna to thrive and feed fish and invertebrates in the main aquarium. Listed below is the correct size and flow rates for a superior reef ready system.

  • Sump Capacity  (equals bottom surface square footage area that contains chambers for pump, skimmer & sand or mud subtrate) -Sump filter bottom square footage should be at least 40% of the bottom surface area of the main aquarium and still leave room under the stand for a freshwater auto top revervoir
  • Water Flow Rate through Sump Filter (very critical) - Total Flow Rate should not exceed 3-5 times per hour total system water volume and the skimmer chamber flow rate should not exceed a 2-3 times per hour total system water volume. An example on a 100 gallon system is the flow rate through the sump filter should not exceed 300 to 500 gallons per hour


65 Cube Basic Select Reef Ready Package Shown

Includes - Overflow Aquarium, 36" High Hardwood Poplar Cabinet Stand, Sliding Glass Cover, Background, Multi-Use Deluxe Refugium Sump Filter, Matching Highly Efficient Water Pump & all hoses and clamps



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Select Reef Ready Glass Aquarium Packages (48"x24" Base)

Package Description &  Size

Select Basic  Component Package

Select Basic  Component Package including 8" Matching Canopy

Select Basic  Component Package including 14" Matching Canopy

Shipping Info

110 Wide
(48"Long x 24"Wide x 22"High)

$1224.52
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$1468.06

$1661.70

$400 - Min.

130 Show
(48"Long x 24"Wide x 26"High)

$1354.52
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$1598.06

$1791.70

$400 - Min.

150 Super Show
(48"Long x 24"Wide x 30"High)

$1414.52
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$1658.06

$1851.70

$400 - Min.




Components Included In Select Packages
  • Wide Style Great Lakes Glass Aquarium standard plastic framing allows added top support and easy placement of Live Rock and large surface area for greater livestock capacity
  • Saltwater Sliding Glass Cover allows easy access when using multiple bulb lights and allows complete light transmission due to lack of black hinge. A considerably better glass cover than the hinged covers offered by our competition
  • Highly Reflective Black Background (installed) helps hide overflow box, power heads and improves light reflection and Fish Color compared to painted or no background
  • Deluxe High Volume Built In Overflow Box (smallest size in the industry) with 1000 or 1800 gallon per hour capacity.  Includes quiet Durso Drain System and our deluxe Return System all hidden inside the box. Also includes all plumbing components and cover and is ready to hook up to standard pumps. Custom Overflow Box Placement is available
  • Exclusive 2, 3 or 4 Level Overflow Box Water Return System designed to allow you to adjust water flow in 3 or 4 different directions and in 2 to 3 levels. All levels are valve adjustable and this return system offers lower level water flow through live rock and bottom area greatly improving water flow conditions.
  • Black Furniture Grade Hardwood Poplar Cabinet Stand 36" High Extra High Stand improves viewing and the look of our packages compared to the national brand 28" high stands. Poplar wood is stronger than pine with less knots and defects. Our Poplar stand includes removable supports, all super strong screw construction and maximum access door design. This stand offers the largest door openings for easy access to our large capacity Sump Filter.
  • Deluxe Multi Use Refugium Sump Filter System includes pre-cut drain hose and clamps . Features include front loaded auto-level skimmer chamber, large refugium chamber and pump chamber with mesh screen. Also included are Dual large suspended media boxes. Media Boxes are far superior to filter socks found on most refugiums. Features include - total bottom area use because the box is suspended above the water, mechanical filtering which also eliminates micro bubbles and a cover to eliminate salt creep and noise. Media boxes allow the use of all types of pads and allow you to prefilter all chemical media greatly extending chemical media life compared to socks. Our Media Boxes are the easiest to clean and can be cleaned in less than 3 minutes. Finally, our Media Boxes can be used for wet-dry biological filtering to assist live rock in heavy fish load aquariums or for non live rock saltwater aquariums or freshwater aquariums.
  • Matching Deluxe Water Pump designed for the Refugium Sump Filter System. Our Select Packages include the Lifegard Quiet 1 Submersible Pump which is one of the most  energy efficient and offer a complete line of replacement parts for years of service. Designed for in sump use with matching water pumping capacity for the overflow box. In sump water pumps are quieter and take up less room under the stand than external water pumps and also eliminate the chance of plumbing leakage. Also includes black connection hoses and plastic & SS clamp connections
Add Custom Options & Components to Complete your Package  - Let us Quote your dream system with the addtional options below
  • Black Silicone Side Seams black silicone offers a super straight silicone seam that hides algae in fresh and saltwater aquariums. A big advantage for saltwater aquariums due to the coraline and other hard algaes that accumulate on seams and glass. Also adds a popular  framed off look to your package.
  • Ultra Clear Glass (3 sides) ultimate viewing with ultra clear low iron glass. Ultra Clear Glass offers the clarity of acrylic with the easy cleaning and access not found in acrylic aquariums.
  • Easy Access End Cabinet Doors adds addtional access from the ends of the cabinet stand for easier cleaning of the sump filter and skimmer and also allows easier filling of the freshwater reservoir on our optional auto-top off system found below.
  • Complete Auto-Top Off System including Freshwater Reservoir a great options to complete your system. Our system includes a freshwater reservoir, sensor and module to control sump water level, mini pump and hoses, all completely assembled. We believe that an auto top off system is a necessity for all saltwater aquariums and greatly reduces salinity changes and top off water addtions. Our auto top off system is completely safe unlike direct hookup systems that can flood your home.
  • Saltwater Start Up Kit - includes reef saltmix, hydrometer, Fluval Digital Deluxe heater with easy read built in thermometer & Lifegard 5 way test strips.
  • Hydor Koralia Evolution Power Heads - Our choice for the necessary additional water circulation needed for all types of saltwater aquariums. Koralia power heads are economical with extremely low wattage draw and come in a variety of sizes to fit every type of saltwater aquarium. Magnet attached for complete flexibility and placement.
  • T5 Saltwater Lighting Options - Our choice for the widest variety of quality lighting at the lowest prices. Quality T5 lighting can be used for all types of saltwater and reef aquariums. T5 lighting is available in 2 bulb normal output strip lights for fish only saltwater and 2 bulb High Output strip lights for easy reef applicactions. Deluxe Multiple Bulb T5 lighting is available for serious reef keeping and includes led moonlights and intergrated timers. We also offer a complete line of American Made T5 light fixtures with the best bulbs, reflectors and design available.
  • Reef Dynamics In Sump Protein Skimmer American made from one of the oldest and most experienced skimmer manufacturers in the country. Designed to fit perfectly in our refugium auto water level skimmer chamber and includes a water level build up platform to allow this skimmer to perform at its peak effeciencey. We offer 2 sizes including a matching skimmer size and a extreme skimmer size for those who want additional skimming and bio-load capacity. Click the link above for more info.
  • Miracle Mud Refugium Substrate & Light - Our preferred refugium subtrate that greatly improves water quality for fish and invertebrates as well as naturally reduces nitrates from the aquarium. We also recommend our refugium plant grow light for addtional nitrate and phosphate removal through the use of macro-algae. Click the link above for more info.



Necessary Components to complete your Saltwater or Reef System
(components not included with this package)
  • Saltwater Lighting - choices include 2 bulb low-output T5 lights for fish only use. High Output 2 - 6 bulb T5 lights can be used for most reef situations and uses less electricity with less heat and can be used with any canopy. Metal Halide lighting uses more electricty with more heat and is used for more difficult SPS corals
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  • Light Timer for use with Saltwater Lights to insure proper light cycle
  • 6 outlet power strip to connect electrical components
  • Salt mix with hydrometer for proper salt levels. Reef Mixes for Reef aquariums and regular salt mixes for fish only saltwater aquariums
  • Live or Base Rock - for biological filtering and decorations. One of the most important components is 1 pound per gallon of live or base rock.
  • Live Aragonite Sand Substrate - add live bacteria and is the correct size for use with all fish and invertebrates
  • Submersible Heater & Thermometer - keeps constant temperature of 78 degrees and is especially important during winter months
  • Water Circulation Submersible Pumps - the new prop low wattage high volume pumps are a necessary addition to any salt or reef aquarium and their design allow easy placement anywhere in the aquarium
Ordering, Shipping & Pick-Up Information

Ordering InfoAll Orders should be placed by Phone or Email. Product stock status is listed near the end of the product price tables. Generally Stocked products in most cases do not require a deposit. Any Generally Stocked products with additional options (hole drilling, black silicone, Ultra-Clear Glass etc.) are special order and a 50% non-refundable deposit is required. Special Order products require a 50% non-refundable deposit. Special Order products may require a 1 to 4 week production time. When you contact us we can give you all the important information necessary.

Shipping Info
Glass Product (Glass Aquariums, Sump Filters, Turtle Aquariums, Reptile Aquariums, Wood Stands & Canopy's are truck shipped only and the minimum charges are $300.00 or more. Shipping Costs include professional packing and crating, Insurance, truck delivery to your home or office, lift-gate unloading and handling to your garage or business. Shipping does not include crate placement inside house or business, product unpacking or crate removal. Contact us by email for products that you want to order along with city, state and zip code. Keep in mind the shipping minimum listed above and the value of products you wish to purchase. We strive to offer a accurate shipping estimate, however, location and other factors may change our shipping estimate.

Pick-Up Info
- all of our products can be picked up at our manufacturing plant located in Warren, Michigan 48092. We also offer a factory outlet store at this location that sells a complete line of low price, high quality accessories and Live Saltwater Fish. Calling ahead before picking up is mandatory. We will help load our products and can supply packing materials as well as recommend the size and type of vehicle you will need.
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