CADE Reef S3 1800 – Premium Reef Aquarium System
The CADE Reef S3 is the premium range of customisable, sump-filtered saltwater aquariums engineered for the advanced reef aquarist. The Reef S3 1800 combines cutting-edge functionality, precision engineering and premium construction materials to deliver a system that assembles with effortless simplicity.
Expertly crafted for hobbyists who want full control over their system, the Reef S3 enables the creation of a personalised reef aquarium with industry-leading filtration and exceptional life-support capacity. Blending functional design with contemporary sophistication, it enhances home décor while meeting every requirement of modern reef keeping.
Key Features
Tank Specifications
| Tank Dimensions | 1800 × 750 × 660 mm |
| Internal Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1800 × 660 × 660 mm |
| Total Volume | 925 L / 245 gal |
| Display Volume | 760.5 L / 201 gal |
| Glass Type | Opti-Clear Low Iron |
| Glass Thickness | 19 mm |
| Bracing | Euro Braced (10 mm) |
| Jump Guard | Polycarbonate – Tank, Weir & ATO |
| Light Mount Options | Rear & Side Mount |
| Rear Panel | Single-sheet Jet Black |
| Weir | Concealed slimline design with surface, mid & low intakes |
| ATO Reservoir | 72.4 L / 19.1 gal (Gravity-fed) |
| Plumbing | Pre-installed tank plumbing |
Cabinet Specifications
| Dimensions | 1800 × 750 × 900 mm |
| Construction | Aluminium frame and doors |
| Durability | 100% waterproof & corrosion-proof |
| Assembly | Pre-assembled with sump installed |
| Device Display Panel | Front door panel with cable/power pack management |
| Right-side Management | Switches, cable management & power boxes |
| Dry Space (L×W×H) | 365 × 660 × 580 mm |
| Power Board | 16 switched sockets |
| Sump Access | Left-side access for maintenance |
| Extras | Foam tank mat, levelling feet, accessory shelf |
Sump & Filtration
- Tinted glass sump
- Roller-mat ready (no filter socks required)
- Triton-ready Triton Tray (also usable as frag rack)
- Protein skimmer/reactor chamber
- Bio/chemical media chamber with removable baskets
- Return pump chamber with ATO float valve
- Reactor/chiller feed outlets: 3
Plumbing
- Pre-fabricated quick-fit plumbing system (fastest installation on the market)
- All tank-side plumbing pre-installed
- Full Flowcolour plumbing (blue & grey pipes, taps, connectors)
- Dual down-flow pipes (main + emergency) with fine-tune gate valve
- Concealed return line with non-return valve
- Directional outlet nozzle in the display tank
- Tank outlets: 2
- Silent operation
Why Choose the CADE Reef S3?
The Reef S3 Series embodies the philosophy: “Inspired by Aquarists and Crafted for Corals.” Designed with advanced cable management, premium materials, a triple-intake weir, roller-mat ready sump and ultra-efficient quick-fit plumbing, the S3 sets a new benchmark for professional reef systems.
This model delivers unmatched durability thanks to its fully waterproof aluminium cabinetry, paired with industry-leading filtration versatility and system organisation — the ideal foundation for a thriving modern reef aquarium.
Aquaristic Customer Delivery / Pick Up Option:
DROPSHIP
We offer drop shipping from our supplier to you. Additional fee might incur if the delivery fee is substantially higher than the delivery cost to our warehouse / retail store. Drop shipping is done by standard courier who delivers to your driveway / front yard of your property. The courier driver will not carry the fish tank into your house. Courier company will generally give notice a day before and you will be given a window of delivery (not an exact time and date). Should you miss the delivery, you are liable for a re-delivery fee.
All freight is insured and every precaution with packaging and handling is taken to ensure that your delivery is transported with the greatest of care from the factory to your doorstep. Aquariums are quality checked prior to dispatch. Upon receipt of delivery, you are requested to open the boxes and check the contents to ensure no damage has occurred in transit prior to signing for receipt of delivery. We are not able to process the warranty should the damage is reported after the delivery is complete.
PROFESSIONAL DELIVERY
We use Lux Moves for all our tank delivery. All freight is insured by Lux Moves. Lux Moves will deliver your fish tank into your house and position it on top of your cabinet and remove the rubbish. Plumbing installation and feet levelling can be arranged. For quote, please contact Lux Moves directly or provide us with your address and we can get the quote for you. All payments for delivery is to be paid directly to Lux Moves. Contact number is 0426 777 777.
STORE PICK UP
We can arrange for store pick up from our warehouse. We can assist lifting the aquarium into your car.