PREORDER — MANTIS Tornado 180 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 180 — Protein skimming for your marine system
The Tornado 180 pairs a Tornado 2500 pump with a listed air intake of 1,000 L/h and 35 W power consumption. MANTIS lists this model for 800–1,500 L systems, approximately 211–396 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 180 |
|---|---|
| Body designation in manufacturer table | 180 |
| Pump | Tornado 2500 |
| Air intake | 1,000 L/h |
| Listed power | 35 W |
| Footprint | 250 × 190 mm |
| Height | 570 mm |
| Manufacturer tank range | 800–1500 L (approx. 211–396 US gal) |
| Installation | In-sump only |
Installation and maintenance
Allow a sump footprint of at least 250 × 190 mm (9.8 × 7.5 in), plus service access. Total height is 570 mm (22.4 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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