REEF-FRAME 500 Red Sea

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Discover the Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500, a 515 L ATO Ready reef aquarium with ultra-clear glass and a black, white, or oak cabinet. Standard or Deluxe version with ReefLED.

REEF-FRAME 500 Red Sea – A 515 L reef aquarium with a refined design

The Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500 is a next-generation reef aquarium designed for aquarists looking for an elegant, robust, and fully customizable setup. With its total volume of 515 L, its 405 L main tank and 110 L sump, it provides a healthy foundation for keeping marine fish, corals, and invertebrates.

The REEF-FRAME range takes the hydraulic engineering of REEFER aquariums and reimagines it in a redesigned format: ultra-clear glass, internal bracing, a cabinet molded to the tank’s contours, and three finishes to choose from: black, white, or oak.

The REEF-FRAME is sold as a tank only, without lighting, pumps, skimmer, or controller. It is ATO Ready: its sump is ready to receive a Red Sea automatic top-off system, to be added according to your needs.

Key features of the Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500

A molded cabinet in three finishes: black, white, or oak

The cabinet of the REEF-FRAME 500 is made from marine-grade plywood. It is molded to the aquarium’s contours to support the entire glass structure, with the front pane fully resting on the cabinet.

Its adjustable feet allow precise leveling on any type of floor, and its stainless-steel hinges are suited to the marine aquarium environment.

The new oak finish from Red Sea adds a warm touch that blends easily into a living room, while the black and white versions retain a more contemporary look.

Ultra-clear glass, internal bracing, and European silicone

The REEF-FRAME 500 uses ultra-clear glass that enhances the natural colors of corals and fish. Its internal bracing increases the tank’s rigidity.

The assembly is made with high-quality European silicone, ensuring long-term durability.

ATO Ready: easy top-off system integration

The REEF-FRAME 500 is not supplied with a ReefControl controller or top-off module, but its sump is designed to accommodate one. You can therefore complete the setup with the Red Sea top-off system of your choice, whenever it suits you.

Technical specifications of the REEF-FRAME 500

Aquarium dimensions and water volumes

The REEF-FRAME 500 measures 150 cm in length and 57.5 cm in depth, providing an ideal footprint for creating a balanced reefscape.

Its height of 55 cm makes aquascaping and maintenance easier. The total installation height with cabinet reaches 142 cm, excluding lighting.

Optimized and quiet water circulation

Proven hydrodynamic design

The REEF-FRAME 500 uses Red Sea’s hydrodynamic plumbing, with metric and US-standard fittings. Its widened rectangular inlet drain reduces turbulence and noise.

ReefGate valve and central overflow

The high-precision ReefGate valve allows fine adjustment of the drain for near-silent operation.

The central overflow conceals the return line and features surface skimming and removable combs for easier cleaning. The angled 25 mm return nozzles ensure even water distribution.

An expandable ReefMat-ready sump

The 110 L sump of the Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500 houses the technical equipment out of sight.

It includes a removable mechanical filtration compartment, supplied with micron bags and Media Cups, ready to receive a Red Sea ReefMat automatic filter.

It also accommodates the skimmer, return pump, and top-off system of your choice, allowing the setup to evolve gradually.

Available options for the REEF-FRAME 500

The Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500 is offered with three cabinet finishes, in a standard version or a Deluxe version with 3 ReefLED 115 or 2 ReefLED 170.

REEF-FRAME 500 black cabinet

The black cabinet version offers a sleek and elegant presentation that highlights the colors of corals.

REEF-FRAME 500 white cabinet

The white cabinet version brings a bright and contemporary touch to your interior.

REEF-FRAME 500 oak cabinet

The oak cabinet version, a new addition to the range, gives the setup a natural and warm look.

Deluxe versions with ReefLED lighting

REEF-FRAME 500 Deluxe with 3 ReefLED 115

The REEF-FRAME 500 Deluxe versions include three Red Sea ReefLED 115 lights with their mounting arms, giving you immediate access to Red Sea reef lighting controllable from the ReefBeat app.

REEF-FRAME 500 Deluxe with 2 ReefLED 170

The REEF-FRAME 500 Deluxe versions include two Red Sea ReefLED 170 lights with their mounting arms, giving you immediate access to Red Sea reef lighting controllable from the ReefBeat app.

The ReefLED lights promote coral growth while enhancing their fluorescent pigments, with fully customizable lighting cycles.

An aquarium suited to marine fish and corals

The REEF-FRAME 500 offers a very generous volume for creating a reef aquarium with soft corals, LPS corals, or SPS corals, provided it is equipped with suitable lighting, flow, and filtration.

With a 150 cm front and 57.5 cm depth, it can house a selection of marine fish suited to its 515 L volume, taking into account the behavior, needs, and compatibility of each species.

Why choose the Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500?

The Red Sea REEF-FRAME 500 combines Red Sea aquarium build quality with a refined design, with a cabinet available in black, white, or oak.

Sold as a tank only, ATO Ready and ReefMat-ready, it gives you complete freedom to choose your equipment and upgrade the system over time.

Discover the REEF-FRAME 500 Red Sea at Récif At Home and choose the ideal finish for your reef aquarium.