{"product_id":"red-sea-reefer-170-g3-white-cabinet-copy","title":"Red Sea Reefer 170 G3 - Black Cabinet","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Sea Reefer 170 G3 - Black Cabinet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Sea Reefer 170 G3 - Black Cabinet is a premium compact reef-ready aquarium system for hobbyists who want Red Sea’s proven sump-based REEFER platform in a clean 60 cm footprint with a modern black marine-spec cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a serious foundation for a custom saltwater reef build, the REEFER 170 G3 combines a rimless ultra-clear glass display, reinforced cabinet construction, REEF-SPEC sump, ReefMat-ready mechanical filtration section, silent downflow system, ReefGate precision flow control, integrated ReefATO+, and an improved return\/overflow layout. It is ideal for aquarists who want the flexibility to choose their own lighting, return pump, skimmer, heater, wavemakers, dosing equipment, and filtration upgrades while starting with a clean professional reef-ready tank and sump system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed Sea REEFER 170 G3 Compact Reef Foundation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium compact reef system:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe REEFER 170 G3 gives reef keepers a sump-based aquarium platform in a manageable 165 L \/ 43.6 gal total system size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom equipment flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis base REEFER system lets you choose your own return pump, skimmer, lighting, heater, wavemakers, controller, and dosing equipment instead of locking you into a preconfigured MAX or Deluxe package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack cabinet finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe black marine-spec cabinet gives the system a clean, high-contrast look that helps equipment and shadows visually recede while coral colour stands out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRimless display style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe smaller REEFER G3 models use a rimless format with smooth beveled edges for a clean modern presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal first serious reef:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 170 is a strong choice for aquarists moving beyond basic all-in-one aquariums into a more expandable sump-based reef system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Sea ecosystem ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe platform is designed to work naturally with Red Sea ReefRun pumps, REEFER skimmers, ReefLED lighting, ReefMat filtration, ReefATO+, and 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