The Eco-smart Aquarium Sump by Aqua Vim is a cabinet-friendly filtration system designed for reef and large aquariums. It blends traditional wet-dry filtration with ecological refugium features, giving you precise control over ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate while supporting a thriving live ecosystem.

• Configurable sump designs: Available in configurations to fit different tank styles—our long symmetrical sump with two pump rooms is ideal for Bowfront and Panoramic tanks above 200 gallons, while the 4-chamber layout (without a dedicated refugium) suits cylinder and 3/4 cylinder stands.
• Hybrid filtration approach: Combines proven wet-dry filtration for ammonia/nitrite management with ecological filtration in the refugium, delivering balanced water chemistry for fish and corals.
• Adjustable nutrient targeting: Easily raise, lower, or remove bio balls in the media chamber to shift emphasis between ammonia/nitrite and nitrate, adapting to tank maturity and water quality needs.
• Improved refugium room (3rd version): The refugium area features a very slow flow pattern through a small inlet, helping nutrients be taken up by skimmers or kept in balance, with space for live plants, live rocks, and beneficial microorganisms.
• Hatch and grow live foods: An air-tubing option allows you to utilize the refugium for brine shrimp production, providing a natural live-food source for herbivores and seed nutrition for your reef.
• Macroalgae and plant compatibility: Supports caulerpa and other macroalgae (mangrove, halimeda, shaving brush) with a dedicated lighting setup to grow plants that consume nitrate during off-peak hours.
• Reduced reliance on aggressive skimming: When you establish ecological balance with refugium plants and microfauna, the need for a high-power protein skimmer decreases, preserving nutrients that microorgamisms depend on.
• Cabinet-fit design: Custom-built to integrate neatly into standard aquarium stands, maintaining clean aesthetics and easy maintenance.

This sump is designed to support healthier fish and corals by offering flexible nutrient management, a dedicated refugium for live habitat and natural food production, and a modular layout that grows with your tank. Whether you’re maturing a new system or maintaining a reef with macroalgae, the Eco-smart Sump helps you manage the nitrogen cycle more naturally while keeping maintenance practical and predictable.