PREORDER — MANTIS Tornado 120 Protein Skimmer
PREORDER — Reserve yours from our incoming shipment
Not available for immediate shipping. Place your order now to reserve a unit from our incoming MANTIS shipment. Orders will ship only after the products have arrived and are ready for dispatch.
Expected shipping: mid-December 2026, around the opening of AquaStudio Lexington. This is an estimate, subject to shipment arrival and the store opening schedule.
Preorders are placed through our regular checkout at the price shown. Quantities are limited to the incoming allocation.
MANTIS Tornado 120 — Protein skimming for your marine system
The Tornado 120 pairs a DC Pump 1000 pump with a listed air intake of 400 L/h and 12 W power consumption. MANTIS lists this model for 300–600 L systems, approximately 79–159 US gallons.
François Neo’s recommendation
I recommend sizing a skimmer around the fish load, feeding routine and available sump space. The largest volume on a rating is not a promise for a heavily fed reef. Share your setup so we can review the right fit before you order.
Specifications
| Model | Tornado Skimmer 120 |
|---|---|
| Body designation in manufacturer table | 120 |
| Pump | DC Pump 1000 |
| Air intake | 400 L/h |
| Listed power | 12 W |
| Footprint | 135 × 160 mm |
| Height | 500 mm |
| Manufacturer tank range | 300–600 L (approx. 79–159 US gal) |
| Installation | In-sump only |
Installation and maintenance
Allow a sump footprint of at least 135 × 160 mm (5.3 × 6.3 in), plus service access. Total height is 500 mm (19.7 in); allow extra clearance above the cup.
Confirm the recommended operating water depth and the electrical specification of the supplied US unit before ordering. Keep the collection cup and air intake accessible for routine care.
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Tornado Skimmer Parts Guide
Manufacturer series reference. Components may vary by model. Select the image to view the numbered parts in detail.
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