{"product_id":"octo-varios-10-dc-return-pump","title":"OCTO VarioS 10 Pressure-Rated DC Return Pump","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOCTO VarioS 10 — Return flow for demanding plumbing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pressure-rated VarioS 10 is built for higher-head installations and demanding return circuits. Suitable for marine and freshwater use, with submerged or external installation following the supplied instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrançois Neo’s recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eI choose a return pump by the flow it can deliver through the actual installation. Include lift height, pipe diameter, bends and manifold outlets in the calculation, then check the pump curve. Keep sump turnover separate from the circulation your corals need inside the display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVarioS 10 \/ VARIOS-10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer maximum flow\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16,000 L\/h \/ 4,220 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer maximum head\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 m \/ approx. 29.5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePump operating voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstallation \/ water type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal or external \/ freshwater or marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer connection designations\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInlet 1½ in; outlet 1¼ in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eRatings follow the Reef Octopus manufacturer technical table. Check the supplied US fittings before cutting pipe; regional adapters and published ratings may differ. Maximum flow and maximum head describe separate operating points.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eControl and construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital controller with 90 speed settings and wattage \/ RPM display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15- or 60-minute feed pause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0–10 V input for compatible external aquarium control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic shaft and bearings; adjustable outlet orientation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloat-switch connection available; confirm the float-switch accessory supplied with your package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the required interface cable and controller compatibility before planning an automated installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePump, controller, power supply, mounting hardware and plumbing connections. The manufacturer lists the float switch as a separate accessory; package contents should be confirmed before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the VarioS 10 performance curve to assess higher lift heights and restrictive plumbing. Its pressure rating does not guarantee the required flow for every installation. Allow room for fittings, removal and impeller cleaning. Keep the controller and power supply dry, and test both drain-down and restart after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical documents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reefoctopus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/VarioS-10-Instruction-Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOfficial VarioS 10 instruction manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reefoctopus.com\/product\/varios-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eManufacturer specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/return-pumps\"\u003eCompare return pumps\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/return-pumps\/octo\"\u003eOCTO return pumps\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/octo\"\u003eExplore OCTO\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eAsk François Neo about your return plumbing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OCTO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68391911817439,"sku":"VARIOS-10","price":1154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0326\/5247\/files\/Octo_Vario_10.png?v=1794016952","url":"https:\/\/francoisneo.com\/products\/octo-varios-10-dc-return-pump","provider":"FrancoisNeo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}