Reefmat 500 Mod into Waterbox 145.5 Sump

[C4Rez]

Wanted to help some folks interested in modifying their sump for the new Reefmats from Redsea (specifically the Reefmat 500 for the Waterbox 145.5 & 16).

Sump is dry. Was a little hesitant to modifying a new sump, but I really don’t want to deal with socks and/or floss again.

Tip* Buy the Redsea Mod Kit. The thin blades help a lot. Waterbox did a heck of a job sealing in the sock section. The glass partitions are a tight fit. Just take your time.





The internal sock section is about 7.5” wide. The Reefmat 500 needs a minimum 7.25” to hang. Utilizing the legs in this configuration will not work. It fits great hanging; secure.



Overall, I’m really happy with the outcome. Can’t wait to get things going.

Hope this helps!

 

[blaxsun]

You should post an image or two showing how you hooked up the overflow(s) to the ReefMat.

 

[C4Rez]

You should post an image or two showing how you hooked up the overflow(s) to the ReefMat.

Will do! I’ll be setting up the plumbing next week. Just wanted to let others know that the 500 can fit in the sock section.

 

[C4Rez]

Found time to plumb today.

Had to remove the entry glass partition of the sock section. Otherwise no modifications needed to the Waterbox pipes.



Waterbox provided a 32mm adapter. Used it with the Hose Connecter that came with the Reefmat. Then, just primed/cement it to the end of the main drain. Hose was cut to size.

 

[Shrader18]

i just cut the main pipe and used the union with adjustable tubing. i didn't like cutting out the glass. nice job on yours

 

[Ruben's Reef]

Great improvement. I just got a WB 145.5 too but the reefmat is out of stock. Keep us posted and how everything perform.

 

[C4Rez]

Thanks all! I’ll keep things updated on the build thread: Bangarang Waterbox 145.5

 

[litebulb]

So glad to see this! Put the final nail in the coffin on making the decision to do this. Just gonna be wet!

 

[litebulb]

lol also pulled the nail out after failed glass removal when one piece started to chip on me. will work on other options for better preparedness!