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Octo Skimmer / VarioS Pump Rubber Feet (5-Pack)
SKU: ROP-PEG-SKMR
- Genuine Reef Octopus Upgrade: Factory-direct OEM replacement rubber peg feet explicitly molded to restore isolation support across various aquarium platforms.
- Eliminates Sump Harmonic Noise: Actively breaks direct surface-to-surface mechanical tracking, absorbing pump rattle and quietening your fish room workspace.
- High-Clamping Friction Grip: Formulated with premium-grade marine rubber to keep heavy skimmer bodies and water blocks from moving across glass surfaces.
- Saltwater Inert Compound: 100% reef-safe construction engineered to resist calcification, premature dry-rotting, and swelling under constant submersion.
- Multi-Platform Adaptation: Universally sized to seat into standard cutouts on protein skimmer baseplates, media reactors, and VarioS DC pump tracks.
- Complete Replacement Pack: Bundled in a matching set of 5 to refresh your entire equipment footprint while keeping a convenient spare on hand.
Reef Octopus
Globally trusted for premium protein skimmers and pumps, engineered in-house for unmatched reef filtration performance.
Reef Octopus Skimmer & VarioS Pump Replacement Rubber Peg Feet - 5-Pack (ROP-PEG-SKMR)
The Reef Octopus Skimmer and VarioS Pump Rubber Peg Feet (SKU: ROP-PEG-SKMR) are factory-direct OEM replacement components manufactured by CoralVue to preserve quiet filtration dynamics. High-performance water pumps and needle-wheel skimmers generate constant rotational energy. When these devices sit directly against a hard glass or acrylic sump floor, these micro-vibrations develop into loud, low-frequency hums that echo through the aquarium cabinet. These small rubber plugs are critical for absorbing that kinetic energy before it turns into ambient noise.
Molded entirely from high-density, saltwater-inert rubber compounds, these replacement pegs resist the stiffening, swelling, and chemical degradation caused by continuous submersion in marine environments. They feature a direct push-fit installation design that fits cleanly into the pre-cut holes on modern Reef Octopus skimmer baseplates, inline media reactors, and VarioS variable-speed DC pump slide mounts. Replacing a missing or hard, calcified foot with a new rubber plug instantly reduces equipment noise and keeps high-end filtration units from shifting in the sump compartment.
Key Features
Active Acoustic Isolation: Cushions the entire dry weight of your filtration hardware, preventing hums from vibrating against hard surfaces.
100% Reef-Safe Construction: Engineered completely without synthetic chemical additives that could compromise sensitive corals or fish tank water.
Tapered Pull-Through Design: Built with a distinct anchor groove that locks tight into your equipment's base framework without requiring adhesives.
Resists Salt Crusting: Retains its flexibility over years of continuous exposure to help damp micro-vibrations in high-evaporation chambers.
Multi-Equipment Optimization: Restores stability across classic in-sump skimmers, space-savers, and external return lines alike.
Verified Model Compatibility
Reef Octopus Classic Skimmers: Classic 110-INT, Classic 110-EXT, Classic 150-INT, Classic 150-EXT, Classic 152-S, Classic 202-S.
Reef Octopus Regal Skimmers: Regal 150-INT, Regal 150-S, Regal 200-INT, Regal 200-S, Regal 250-INT, Regal 250-S, Regal 300-INT, Regal 300-S.
Reef Octopus VarioS DC Return Pumps: VarioS 2, VarioS 4, VarioS 6, VarioS 8 (Requires Base Mount Track).
Reef Octopus Fluidized Reactors: CR-100, CR-140, Bio Churn-90INT, Bio Churn-120INT.
What’s Included:
(5) Reef Octopus Replacement Rubber Peg Feet
(Note: Acrylic skimmer baseplates, VarioS plastic slide tracks, and motor block modules are sold separately).
Technical Specs:
Official Product Identity: Reef Octopus Skimmer/Reactor Rubber Feet (5-Pack)
SKU / Factory Part Identification Number: ROP-PEG-SKMR
Material Composition: Non-Degrading High-Density Marine Rubber Compound
Mounting Integration Style: Manual Pull-Through Tension Stem Insertion
Target Application Voids: Sump Filtration Stabilization & Sound Suppression
Skimmer Compatibility and base QTY needs:
- Classic 152-S, 6pcs
- Classic 202-S, 6pcs
- Regal 150-INT, 4pcs
- Regal 170-INT, 4pcs
- Regal 200-INT, 4pcs
- Regal 250-INT, 4pcs
- Regal 300-INT, 8pcs
- Elite 150-S, 3pcs
- Elite 200-S, 5pcs
- Elite 220-S, 5pcs
- Elite 150-INT, 6pcs
- Elite 200-INT, 6pcs
- Elite 220-INT, 6pcs
Reactor Compatibility and base QTY needs:
- CR-100, 4pcs
- CR-140, 4pcs
- Bio Churn-90INT, 4pcs
- Bio Churn-120INT, 4pcs
- Bio Churn-120R, 4pcs
- Bio Churn-90HOB EXT, 4pcs
- Turn off your pump controller, disconnect the power leads, and remove the filtration equipment from your sump.
- Empty any residual water out of the acrylic chamber and lay the unit on its side over a soft towel.
- Locate the small circular mounting holes on the bottom edges of the pump base or skimmer acrylic floorplate.
- Take a new rubber peg from the ROP-PEG-SKMR pack and wet the tapered anchor stem slightly with fresh water to lubricate it.
- Push the narrow tip of the stem into the mounting hole from the bottom, twisting gently until the retention shoulder pulls completely through the plate.
- Check that the flat base of the rubber foot sits flush against the bottom of the acrylic plate, then place your equipment back into the sump.
Pro Tips:
- Use a Simple Twist Motion—Never Use Sharp Tools. When pulling the tapered rubber stem through tight acrylic baseplate slots, it can be tempting to grab it with metal pliers or push it with a screwdriver. Avoid this, as sharp metal tools can easily tear the soft rubber head off the new peg. Moisten the rubber stem with a little fresh water or aquarium-safe silicone lubricant, then push and twist with your fingertips. It will pop into place cleanly without damaging the rubber.
- Soak Calcified Plugs in Vinegar for Easy Removal. If you are updating an older skimmer that has been in operation for several years, the old rubber feet may be encrusted with hard calcium carbonate scale or coralline algae. Trying to force them out can scrape the acrylic frame. Spray the old mounting holes with white vinegar or a mild pump-cleaning solution, let it sit for ten minutes to dissolve the scale, and the old worn-out pegs will slide out easily.
- Keep an Eye on Missing Plugs During Deep Maintenance Cleanings. Because these rubber feet are lightweight and push-installed, they can occasionally pull loose if you slide your heavy filtration kit across rough surfaces during quick cleanings. Keeping a complete backup 5-pack of ROP-PEG-SKMR in your fish cabinet ensures you can replace a missing foot right away. This prevents your equipment from sitting un-level, which can warp acrylic plates or cause loud vibration noise against your glass tank floors.