{"product_id":"red-sea-reef-frame-250-oak-cabinet","title":"Red Sea Reef-Frame 250 - Oak Cabinet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Sea Reef-Frame 250 - Oak Cabinet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Sea Reef-Frame 250 - Oak Cabinet brings Red Sea's classic oak furniture finish to a 246 litre (65 US gallon) customizable saltwater aquarium system. Built around a 204 litre (53.9 gallon) eurobraced ultra-clear display and 42 litre (11.1 gallon) REEF-SPEC sump, it combines the appearance of natural wood-inspired aquarium furniture with the filtration flexibility of a professional reef-ready system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 90 cm (35.4 inches) long and 53 cm (20.9 inches) from front to back, the REEF-FRAME 250 provides space for separated rock structures, open swimming channels, and varied coral placement. Its reinforced marine-spec cabinet supports the glass aquarium, while the included ReefGate valve, surface-skimming overflow, hydrodynamic plumbing, adjustable skimmer chamber, and ReefMat-ready mechanical filtration section handle the essential water-management functions. Lighting, return pump, skimmer, and other reef equipment are selected separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed Sea Reef-Frame 250 Oak Cabinet and Aquarium Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic oak cabinet finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wood-inspired exterior offers a warmer alternative to traditional black or white aquarium stands without changing the tank's water volume, plumbing, or filtration specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90 cm (35.4 inch) reef display:\u003c\/strong\u003e The longer glass aquarium creates room for multiple rock islands and more distinct coral placement areas than the smaller REEF-FRAME 170.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEurobraced glass construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perimeter reinforcement provides added structural strength, with a 12 mm (0.47 inch) ultra-clear front viewing panel and high-quality euro-silicone bonding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e53 cm (20.9 inch) aquascaping width:\u003c\/strong\u003e The front-to-back dimension accommodates layered reef structures with space around the rockwork for water circulation and cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarine-spec plywood cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforced cabinet panels support the aquarium's perimeter and incorporate stainless steel hinges, splash-resistant doors, and fully adjustable leveling feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuiet ReefGate Plumbing and Surface Water Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe REEF-FRAME 250 collects surface water through removable overflow combs before directing it to the filtration sump. The enlarged rectangular downflow inlet helps reduce turbulence, while the high-precision ReefGate valve allows the water level inside the overflow to be regulated for quieter operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision ReefGate valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine adjustments allow the downflow to be balanced against the selected return pump, with a secondary overflow bypass forming part of the drainage system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable surface-skimming combs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The comb sections can be removed for cleaning, helping prevent accumulated deposits from restricting surface-water collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrodynamically designed plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory pipework is designed to reduce unnecessary flow resistance between the display and sump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle curved return outlet:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 25 mm (approximately 1 inch) return connection supplies water from one separately selected return pump. Larger REEF-FRAME 350 and 500 aquariums use dual return outlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional custom plumbing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible metric and USA connector kits are available for installations requiring an alternative pipe arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReefMat-Ready Filtration and Adjustable Sump Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 42 litre (11.1 gallon) REEF-SPEC sump gives the REEF-FRAME 250 more filtration flexibility than the smaller 170. In addition to removable mechanical filtration, the 250 has an adjustable-height skimmer chamber and supports an optional divider for establishing a dedicated refugium section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable protein skimmer depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e The skimmer chamber water level can be set from 17 to 23 cm (6.7-9.1 inches), allowing compatible skimmers to operate at their required depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e225-micron filter bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e The supplied fine-mesh filter collects suspended particles entering the sump and can be removed for maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilter media cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e One media cup is included, providing another filtration option within the mechanical compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic roller filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The removable mechanical tray and divider can be taken out for compatible ReefMat installation. The ReefMat 250 is specified for the equivalent MAX system configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional refugium divider:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compatible divider allows part of the sump to be arranged as a dedicated refugium, separating that area from the main skimmer chamber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBubble-management water path:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water passes through a bubble-trap section with coarse sponge before returning to the aquarium, helping prevent unwanted microbubbles in the display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning a Reef Around the 250's Longer Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe REEF-FRAME 250 is designed for marine aquarists who prefer to build their own equipment package. Its longer display offers more flexibility for rockwork, coral spacing, and swimming areas than the 170, while retaining a manageable 53 cm (20.9 inch) front-to-back footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended return pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Sea specifies one ReefRun G2 4000 with an adjustable range of 2,000-4,000 L\/h (530-1,060 US gph), sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose reef lighting capable of covering the 90 x 53 cm (35.4 x 20.9 inch) display and providing appropriate intensity for the planned coral species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein skimmer compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm physical fitment and match the skimmer's required operating water level to the adjustable 17-23 cm (6.7-9.1 inch) sump chamber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplementary water movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separately selected wavemakers can direct circulation behind rockwork and across coral colonies beyond the flow provided by the sump return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic top-off:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Sea recommends an ATO system to maintain stable water level and salinity. Automatic top-off equipment is not included with the standard bare REEF-FRAME system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250 versus 350:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larger REEF-FRAME 350 provides an additional 30 cm (11.8 inches) of display length, a 71 litre (18.8 gallon) sump, and dual 25 mm return outlets that support single- or dual-pump configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed Sea Reef-Frame 250 Oak Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal system volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 246 L \/ 65 US gal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay aquarium volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 204 L \/ 53.9 US gal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn-cabinet sump volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42 L \/ 11.1 US gal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 cm L x 53 cm W x 50 cm H \/ approximately 35.4 x 20.9 x 19.7 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal height including cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 137 cm \/ approximately 53.9 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront glass thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 mm \/ approximately 0.47 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eurobraced ultra-clear glass with high-quality euro-silicone bonding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic oak-finish reinforced marine-spec plywood with stainless steel hinges and adjustable leveling feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn outlet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single curved 25 mm connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable ReefMat-ready compartment with one 225-micron filter bag and one media cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable skimmer chamber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-23 cm \/ approximately 6.7-9.1 inches operating water depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefugium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional dedicated refugium divider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate filled system weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 374 kg \/ 825 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate aquarium glass weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59 kg \/ 129 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended return pump:\u003c\/strong\u003e ReefRun G2 4000, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 3 years, extendable to 5 years at no extra charge when registered within 90 days of purchase, subject to warranty conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed Sea REEF-FRAME Series Video\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eWNZV07F3iY\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" title=\"Product video\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Sea aquariums are exempt from our free shipping policy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo avoid delays, please order your aquarium separately from other products. If purchasing additional items, place one order for the aquarium and a second order for your other products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders shipping to the Northwest Territories, Yukon, or Nunavut require a shipping quote. Please call for details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Sea aquariums are brought in and shipped on an as-ordered basis. The average turnaround time before shipping is approximately two business days, except where noted below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll shipments outside the Vancouver area are sent by trucking company with fully insured residential delivery and power tailgate service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders within British Columbia and, in some circumstances, Alberta may require an additional 5-10 business days for processing. Orders from Alberta and provinces farther east generally ship directly from the distributor in Ontario within two business days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor in-store pickup, select that option at checkout to avoid delivery charges. You will be notified when the aquarium arrives, usually within 5-10 business days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Sea MAX S Series aquariums are always special order and generally require 3-6 weeks before shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreight delivery includes transporting the aquarium to the destination address and unloading it. The freight company is not responsible for carrying the aquarium inside the building.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreight charges have been substantially subsidized to help reduce the delivery cost of your new Red Sea aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRural, remote, and extended-service areas may require an additional shipping charge. We will contact you before shipping if an adjustment is necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a suitable location capable of supporting approximately 374 kg (825 lb). Red Sea specifies at least 10 cm (4 inches) of rear clearance and recommends approximately 60 cm (24 inches) of side access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssemble and level the classic oak cabinet according to Red Sea's instructions before positioning the aquarium. Do not move the system while full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the sump and pipework with connector O-rings correctly positioned. Hand-tighten threaded plumbing fittings without tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the selected return pump, skimmer, and filtration equipment before filling, following the manufacturer's initial-fill procedure and checking all plumbing connections for leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the skimmer chamber operating depth according to the requirements of the chosen protein skimmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the ReefGate valve gradually, allowing several minutes for the overflow water level to stabilize after each adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete a power-out test to ensure the sump has adequate capacity for water draining from the display when the return pump stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the mechanical filtration components, removable overflow combs, and return nozzle during routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegister the aquarium with Red Sea within 90 days of purchase to qualify for the extended manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eREEF-FRAME 250 eurobraced ultra-clear glass aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic oak-finish reinforced marine-spec plywood cabinet with adjustable leveling feet and stainless steel hinges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42 litre REEF-SPEC glass sump with adjustable-height skimmer chamber and removable ReefMat-ready mechanical filtration compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 225-micron mechanical filter bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne filter media cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal downflow and return plumbing with ReefGate precision valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral overflow with removable surface-skimming combs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle curved 25 mm return nozzle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Red Sea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67640766955610,"sku":"AQ-RRFM2503","price":3399.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/1636\/7450\/files\/reef-frame-250-oak.png?v=1791500858","url":"https:\/\/jlaquatics.com\/products\/red-sea-reef-frame-250-oak-cabinet","provider":"J\u0026L Aquatics Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}