Wanted to help some folks interested in modifying their sump for the new Reefmats from Redsea (specifically the Reefmat 500 for the Waterbox 145.5 & 16).
Sump is dry. Was a little hesitant to modifying a new sump, but I really don’t want to deal with socks and/or floss again.
Tip* Buy the Redsea Mod Kit. The thin blades help a lot. Waterbox did a heck of a job sealing in the sock section. The glass partitions are a tight fit. Just take your time.
The internal sock section is about 7.5” wide. The Reefmat 500 needs a minimum 7.25” to hang. Utilizing the legs in this configuration will not work. It fits great hanging; secure.
Overall, I’m really happy with the outcome. Can’t wait to get things going.
Hope this helps!
Sump is dry. Was a little hesitant to modifying a new sump, but I really don’t want to deal with socks and/or floss again.
Tip* Buy the Redsea Mod Kit. The thin blades help a lot. Waterbox did a heck of a job sealing in the sock section. The glass partitions are a tight fit. Just take your time.
The internal sock section is about 7.5” wide. The Reefmat 500 needs a minimum 7.25” to hang. Utilizing the legs in this configuration will not work. It fits great hanging; secure.
Overall, I’m really happy with the outcome. Can’t wait to get things going.
Hope this helps!