The CADE Reef S3/F represents CADE’s premium line of customizable, sump-filtered saltwater aquariums, purpose-built for advanced reef aquarists and coral-focused systems. Designed to elevate the shallow reef concept, the S3/F Series merges precision engineering, cutting-edge filtration, and premium materials into a system that delivers professional performance with remarkably simple assembly.

Crafted for true personalization, the S3/F incorporates industry-leading life-support design and intelligent layout choices that maximize flexibility for coral growth and frag keeping. Its refined aesthetic integrates seamlessly into modern living spaces, offering both visual sophistication and uncompromising reef functionality.
(F = Frag)

Tank Specifications

• External Dimensions: 900 × 700 × 350 mm (35.4″ × 27.6″ × 13.8″)

• Internal Dimensions (L × W × H): 900 × 610 × 350 mm (35.4″ × 24.0″ × 13.8″)

• Total System Volume: 238 L / 63 gal

• Display Volume: 189 L / 50 gal

• Glass: Opti-Clear low-iron glass

• Glass Thickness: 12 mm

• Design: Rimless

Tank Features

• Polycarbonate Jump Guard covering tank, weir, and ATO

• Rear and side light-mount provision locations

• Jet-black rear glass panel (single sheet)

• Concealed slimline weir with dual inlet vents (surface & low-level) for optimal flow and redundancy

• Dual adjustable return outlets

• Gravity-fed ATO reservoir: 15.6 L / 4.1 gal

• Pre-installed plumbing included out of the box

Cabinet Design

• Dimensions: 900 × 700 × 900 mm (35.4″ × 27.6″ × 35.4″)

• Fully aluminum construction — 100% waterproof and corrosion-proof

• Cabinet arrives pre-assembled with sump installed

Cabinet Features

• Front device display panel with integrated cable and power-pack management

• Right-side device display and power management with switches and control boxes

• Dry Equipment Space (L × W × H): 182 × 610 × 580 mm (7.2″ × 24.0″ × 22.8″)

• Power board with switches (16 sockets)

• Left-side sump access for effortless maintenance

• Pre-installed foam tank mat and adjustable leveling feet

• Integrated accessories shelf

Sump & Filtration System

• Tinted glass sump

• Roller-mat ready (filter sock–free design)

• Triton-ready Triton Tray (also functions as a frag rack)

• Dedicated protein skimmer / reactor chamber

• Bio and chemical media chamber with removable baskets

• Return pump chamber with integrated ATO float valve

• Reactor/chiller feed outlets: ×3

Plumbing System

• Newly engineered pre-fabricated quick-fit plumbing

• All tank-side plumbing pre-installed for fast setup

• Simple screw-fit cabinet connections with joiners for one of the fastest installations available

• Full Flowcolour plumbing system (blue & grey), including pipes, taps, and fittings

• Dual down-flow pipes (main + emergency) with precision gate valve

• Concealed return plumbing with non-return valve and directional nozzles

• Tank outlets: ×2

• Engineered for silent operation