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AquaMaxx HOB-1.5AquaMaxx
$265
Skimmer
Skimmer

AquaMaxx HOB-1.5

by AquaMaxx

HOB-1.5 = hang-on-back nano skimmer — clamps onto the tank rim without a sump using a modified Sicce SHARK 1.0 needle-wheel pump for 40 to 75 gallon tanks.

entryHang-on-back
Rated for
40–75 gal (151–284 L)
Footprint
8 × 4 in
Height
17.0"
Pump
11 W
from$265
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Specifications

The full sheet

Dimensions
Footprint
8 × 4 in
Height
17.0"
Performance
Rated for
40–75 gal (151–284 L)
Mount
Hang-on-back
Electrical
Pump
11 W
Manufacturer & warranty
Warranty
1 year manufacturer warranty
Build & materials
Materials
Cell-cast acrylic (polished); pump: modified Italian Sicce needle wheel motor
In the box
AquaMaxx HOB-1.5 skimmer body · AquaMaxx SHARK 1.0 pump (modified Sicce needle wheel) · Collection cup · Drain fitting for skimmate reservoir · Installation instructions
What we check

Rules this part takes part in

R1
Skimmer coverage
Checks the skimmer is rated for at least 1.5× your display volume.
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R4
Sump fit
Checks the skimmer footprint fits inside your tank's sump / stand opening.
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Frequently asked

What are the key specs of the AquaMaxx HOB-1.5?

Rated for: 40–75 gal (151–284 L). Footprint: 8 × 4 in. Height: 17.0". Pump: 11 W.

How much does the AquaMaxx HOB-1.5 cost?

The AquaMaxx HOB-1.5 starts around $265, though prices vary by retailer — see current offers on this page.

Which tanks is the AquaMaxx HOB-1.5 compatible with?

Based on ReefPicker's compatibility checks, the AquaMaxx HOB-1.5 fits tanks including Waterbox AIO 25 Peninsula, Innovative Marine NUVO Fusion 30L, JBJ Nano Cube WiFi 28 Gallon. Add it to a build on ReefPicker to check it against your specific tank.