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Red Sea REEF-FRAME 250 Aquarium System – 54 Gallons
A Premium, Customizable Reef Aquarium with Modern Style and Reinforced Construction
The Red Sea REEF-FRAME 250 combines premium aquarium craftsmanship, advanced plumbing, and elegant contemporary design into a versatile reef-ready saltwater aquarium system.
Featuring a 53.9-gallon ultra-clear glass display, an 11-gallon sump, and an extra-fortified marine-spec plywood cabinet, the REEF-FRAME 250 provides a beautiful foundation for reefkeepers who prefer to choose their own equipment.
Its 35.4-inch display offers generous aquascaping space for a colorful mixed reef, coral-focused aquarium, or attractive marine fish display.
Available with Black, White, or the new Classic Oak cabinet, the REEF-FRAME 250 combines aquarium performance with an appearance designed to complement your home.
Key Features
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65 Gallons Total System Volume – 53.9-gallon display with 11-gallon sump
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Ultra-Clear Glass Construction – Premium glass bonded with high-quality euro-silicone
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Reinforced Eurobracing – Structural support with a contemporary appearance
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Three Cabinet Finishes – Black, White, or new Classic Oak
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Marine-Spec Plywood Cabinet – Full-contour aquarium support
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Adjustable Leveling Feet – Precise installation and stability
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Stainless Steel Cabinet Hinges – Durable, practical hardware
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ReefGate Precision Valve – Quiet, accurate drainage adjustment
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Hydrodynamic Plumbing – Efficient water circulation
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REEF-SPEC Sump – Flexible mechanical filtration and skimmer accommodation
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ReefMat-Ready Filtration – Easy upgrade to compatible automated roller filtration
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Customizable Equipment Configuration – Choose your preferred lighting, pumps, and filtration
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Up to 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty – With qualifying registration
Premium Ultra-Clear Glass & Reinforced Construction
The REEF-FRAME 250 features beautiful ultra-clear glass that showcases corals, fish, and aquascaping with excellent clarity.
The front, side, and bottom glass panels are 12mm (0.47") thick, while the rear panel measures 10mm (0.39").
High-quality euro-silicone bonding and reinforced eurobracing provide structural strength while maintaining a clean, modern appearance.
Extra-Fortified Cabinet – Black, White & New Classic Oak
The REEF-FRAME 250 includes Red Sea's new marine-spec plywood cabinet, engineered to support the full contour of the aquarium.
The cabinet incorporates adjustable leveling feet to help achieve a stable installation and stainless steel hinges designed for dependable everyday use.
Choose from three beautiful finishes:
Black Cabinet
A sophisticated, contemporary finish that creates a strong contrast with the vibrant colors of your reef aquarium.
White Cabinet
A bright, clean appearance that complements coastal homes, modern interiors, and lighter living spaces.
Classic Oak Cabinet – New
The new Classic Oak finish brings the natural warmth and visual texture of wood into the REEF-FRAME collection.
Its wood-inspired appearance gives the aquarium a furniture-like quality, making it especially appealing in living rooms, offices, and spaces with natural finishes.
All three cabinet colors feature the same reinforced construction, leveling feet, and stainless steel hardware.
Advanced ReefGate Plumbing
The REEF-FRAME 250 features Red Sea's hydrodynamically designed plumbing system.
Enlarged downflow piping promotes smooth, quiet drainage, while the ReefGate precision valve allows accurate adjustments to water flow.
A curved 25mm return outlet helps direct water efficiently into the display.
The central overflow includes removable surface-skimmer comb sections for convenient cleaning and maintenance.
Versatile REEF-SPEC Sump
The included 11-gallon REEF-SPEC sump offers flexible filtration options.
Features include:
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Adjustable protein skimmer chamber
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Removable mechanical filtration compartment
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Micron filter socks and media cups
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ReefMat-ready filtration design
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Integrated bubble trap
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Optional refugium divider configuration
The removable mechanical filtration compartment makes upgrading to a compatible ReefMat automatic roller filter straightforward.
Fully Customizable Reef System
The non-MAX REEF-FRAME 250 allows reefkeepers to choose the equipment that best suits their aquarium.
Select your preferred lighting, circulation pumps, return pump, protein skimmer, monitoring equipment, and automatic top-off system.
This flexibility makes the REEF-FRAME an excellent option for hobbyists who already own premium aquarium equipment or prefer a custom setup.
What's Included
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REEF-FRAME 250 ultra-clear glass aquarium
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Marine-spec plywood cabinet in selected finish
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11-gallon REEF-SPEC sump
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Complete plumbing kit with ReefGate precision valve
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Micron filter socks
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Mechanical filtration media cups
Equipment Sold Separately: Aquarium lighting, circulation pumps, return pump, protein skimmer, ReefMat roller filter, controller, automatic top-off, and monitoring probes.
Aquarium Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Manufacturer | Red Sea |
| Model | REEF-FRAME 250 |
| Display Volume | 53.9 Gallons |
| Sump Volume | 11 Gallons |
| Total System Volume | 65 Gallons |
| Display Dimensions | 35.4" L × 20.1" W × 20.9" H |
| Overall System Height | 53.9" |
| Front Glass | 12mm (0.47") |
| Side Glass | 12mm (0.47") |
| Bottom Glass | 12mm (0.47") |
| Rear Glass | 10mm (0.39") |
| Bracing | Eurobrace |
| Return Outlets | 1 × 25mm |
| Return Pump Configuration | Single |
| Cabinet Material | Marine-Spec Plywood |
| Cabinet Finishes | Black, White, Classic Oak |
| Cabinet Features | Adjustable Feet, Stainless Steel Hinges |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Up to 5 Years |
Manufacturer Warranty
Red Sea provides a standard 3-year manufacturer warranty on REEF-FRAME aquariums.
Register your new aquarium within 90 days of purchase to receive an additional two years of coverage at no extra cost, for up to five years.
Warranty coverage is subject to Red Sea's terms and conditions.
Build Your Dream Reef with Lush Corals
At Lush Corals, we can help you select compatible lighting, circulation pumps, filtration equipment, and quality livestock for your aquarium.
Whether you're creating your first premium reef aquarium or building a customized system, the Red Sea REEF-FRAME 250 provides an excellent foundation.
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