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The Lifereef Berlin Systems were one of the first true and complete systems to be introduced the hobbyist. When others were converting their wet/drys to "berlin systems" we introduced a complete ready-to-go system, and that was back in 1994. This system is the same one being built today, that is how well it was designed, and continues to function: Quiet, Efficient, Versatile Sump Design, Superb (and quiet protein skimmer) and Low Maintenance.

Want a refugium too? A LifeReefugium can be added to any of the Lifereef Berlin Systems to bring the benefits of a refugium to your aquarium filtration.

Don't forget to read the many customer Testimonials.

All systems come with the VS2-24 or SVS2-24 protein skimmer. Other skimmers sizes can be requested for additional cost. Or, a sump can be designed to use any number of protein skimmers available on the market.

Prefilter Siphon Boxes are required for aquariums that do not have built-in overflows.

Optional items for all systems:
Filter Cylinders

Float Switches
Refugiums/LifeReefugiums
Calcium Reactors
Model Number Capacity
Sumps have sufficient reserve capacity to hold 1 1/2" of aquarium water draindown.
Most aquariums lose less than 1" of water when power goes out.
Footprint
Overall height is
22 1/2" with the included protein skimmer.
Your cabinet height needs to be at least 24", if not we can supply a short version collection cup.
Included pumps

Other pumps can be requested for additional cost.


ALL SYSTEMS COME COMPLETE WITH THE FOLLOWING:

VS2-24 (external) or
SVS2-24 (in-sump) protein skimmer
Protein skimmer water pump
Main system water pump
Main System manifold
All hoses, clamps, and fittings
(non-reef-ready aquariums will need to purchase a prefilter siphon box and hang-on-rim return J-tubes)


Accessory Rack to hold up to 3 Filter Cylinders, 2 Float Switches, and 4 electronic probes for meters/controllers.

Sumps also have three 1/4" threaded holes for calcium reactor connections and R/O supply and LifeReefugium hookup.

In short: You will not have to go to the hardware store to get any additional parts to set up a Lifereef System, it is all included!
CLF1 Compact Berlin System CLF1 Compact Aquariums up to 48" long or 120 gallons Sump size
24" x 13" x 14"
Mag9 main
system pump

Sicce PS7
skimmer pump
This compact system is perfect for small cabinet spaces. The entire filter system fits within the 24" x 13" footprint of the sump.
CLF2 Compact Berlin System CLF2 Compact Aquariums up to 72" long or 180 gallons Sump size
30" x 13" x 14"
Mag9 main
system pump

Sicce PS7
skimmer pump
This compact system is for larger aquariums.
The entire system fits within the 30" x 13" footprint of the sump.
CLF1 Compact Berlin System


CLF3 Compact
72 Bowfront
Made for 72 gallon bowfront aquariums  Sump size
30" x 9" x 14"
 
 Mag9 main system pump

Sicce PS7 skimmer pump
 This compact system has been requested so many times for the narrow cabinet space of the 72 gallon bowfront aquariums that we made it a standard model!
All the same features as our fantastic CLF1 Compact but in a longer and narrower sump format.
Of course this will work on any aquarium up to 6 feet long.
LF1-125 Berlin System CLF1 shown with optional LifeReefugium The LifeReefugium can be added at any time to your CLF1 or CLF2 sump. Sumbersible water pump returns water to the aquarium AND pumps water to the LifeReefugium. Water exits LifeReefugium back into sump and returned to the aquarium.  
LifeReefugium sizes available

12 x 12 x 18
20 x 12 x 18
24 x 12 x 18

Or will build to custom size to fit available cabinet space.
LF1-125 Berlin System LF1-125 Aquariums up to 48" long or 120 gallons Sump size
24" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 46" with skimmer and pumps.
Little Giant 3mdqx-sc main
system pump

Little Giant 2md skimmer pump

This system utilizes external pumps and external protein skimmer.
LF1-125S
(with in-sump skimmer)
Aquariums up to 48" long or 120 gallons Sump size
26" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 44" with system pump
Little Giant 3mdqx-sc main
system pump

Henri PS7 skimmer pump
This system utilizes an external system pump and an in-sump skimmer and skimmer pump.
LF1-150 LF1-150 Aquariums up to 72" long or 180 gallons Sump size
30" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 54" with skimmer and pumps.
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Little Giant 3mdqx-sc skimmer pump
This system utilizes external pumps and external protein skimmer.
LF1-150S
(with in-sump skimmer)
Aquariums up to 72" long or 180 gallons Sump size
30" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 48" with system pump.
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Henri PS7 skimmer pump
This system utilizes an external system pump and an in-sump skimmer and skimmer pump.
LF1-200/300 LF1-200 Aquariums up to 84" long or 200 gallons Sump size
35" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 68" with system pump located as shown in photo.
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Little Giant 3mdqx-sc skimmer pump
This system utilizes external pumps and external protein skimmer.
Dual inputs: one on each rear corner. Dual inputs reduce noise, spash, and bubbles.
LF1-200S LF1-200S(with in-sump skimmer) Aquariums up to 84" long or 200 gallons Sump size
35" x 13" x 14"
Main system pump can be mounted on either end of the sump or in front of the sump.
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Henri PS7 skimmer pump
This system utilizes an external system pump and an in-sump skimmer and skimmer pump. Dual inputs: one on each rear corner. Dual inputs reduce noise, spash, and bubbles.
LF1-200/300 LF1-300 Aquariums up to 96" long or 300 gallons Sump size
40" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 60"
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Little Giant 3mdqx-sc

skimmer pump
This system utilizes external pumps and external protein skimmer. Dual inputs: one on each rear corner. Dual inputs reduce noise, spash, and bubbles.
LF1-300S LF1-300S(with in-sump skimmer) Aquariums up to 96" long or 300 gallons 40" x 13" x 14"
Overall system length is 40" with main system pump located in front of sump.
Little Giant 4mdqx-sc main system pump

Henri PS7 skimmer pump
This system utilizes an external system pump and an in-sump skimmer and skimmer pump. Dual inputs: one on each rear corner. Dual inputs reduce noise, spash, and bubbles.
Custom Berlin Sumps

Do you want a special sump for your protein skimmer or do you have a design that you would like to have built?

Your sump design will be reviewed for any potential problem areas and the design will be agreed upon before starting. Your custom sump build will be given the same attention to detail in both design and fabrication that goes into every Lifereef product.
You can take a look at just a few of the custom sump projects that have been expertly built by Jeff at this link: Custom Showcase
           

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