--- product_id: 72090425 title: "Refugium 500RS Stage 2. Hang On Back. Incl. Light, Pump & Media." brand: "cleartides" price: "€ 406.56" currency: EUR in_stock: true category: "Cleartides" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/72090425-refugium-500rs-stage-2-hang-on-back-incl-light-pump store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Natural nitrate & phosphate removal Integrated LED lighting Compact hang-on-back design Refugium 500RS Stage 2. Hang On Back. Incl. Light, Pump & Media. **Brand:** cleartides **Price:** € 406.56 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌊 Elevate your aquarium game with smart, natural filtration! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Refugium 500RS Stage 2. Hang On Back. Incl. Light, Pump & Media. by cleartides - **How much does it cost?** € 406.56 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/72090425-refugium-500rs-stage-2-hang-on-back-incl-light-pump) ## Best For - cleartides enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cleartides brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Space-Saving Elegance:** Eliminate bulky in-tank equipment and keep your aquarium visually stunning and clutter-free. - β€’ **Plug & Play Convenience:** Comes complete with LED lighting, pump, mud, and coral sandβ€”everything you need to get started instantly. - β€’ **All-in-One Compact Filtration:** Streamline your aquarium setup with a sleek hang-on-back unit that fits tanks from 60 to 250L. - β€’ **Eco-Friendly Water Purification:** Harness the power of natural algae to reduce nitrates and phosphates, promoting a healthier aquatic environment. - β€’ **Customizable Skimmer & Heater Fit:** Designed to accommodate popular skimmers and dual 40mm heaters for precise temperature control. ## Overview The Cleartides Refugium 500RS Stage 2 is a compact, hang-on-back filtration system designed for freshwater and marine aquariums between 60 and 250 liters. Featuring integrated LED lighting, a powerful pump, and natural filtration media including mud and coral sand, it effectively removes nitrates and phosphates with the help of algae. Its versatile design supports popular skimmers and heaters, offering a streamlined, all-in-one solution that keeps your aquarium clean, healthy, and visually appealing. ## Description Cleartides : Refugium 500RS Stage 2 (60 - 250l). This all new design caters for the hobbyist with smaller aquariums. The 500RS allows all the filtration required to keep the inhabitants happy to be placed in a compact hang on unit... no more unslightly skimmer or heaters in the aquarium. The kit contains everything you need to get going except the skimmer and heaters. Refugium 500RS, Led Lighting, Pump, Mud and Coral sand. Skimmer and heaters require purchasing seperately. The 500RS is designed to carry a Tunze 9004, but any skimmer with dimensions 111mm x 110mm will fit fine. These dimensions will allow two 40mm diameter heaters to be also fitted. If heaters are not required, you can fit a skimmer with measurements 111mm x 170mm When it comes to the heaters, we recommend 50w x 2. As homes now have better constant heating, larger models are not required.. unless your running in a unheated room, then 2 x 100w will be required. The heaters must be no longer than 250mm as the water height in the refugium will be running around 250 - 270mm The 500RS can be hang on the back of the aquarium and allows the pump supplied to feed the unit with water. The skimmer then cleans and the water heated before entering the refugium compartment and then leaving the unit under gravity through a return pipe. With the added benefit of the refugium compartment, the removal of nitrate and phosphate will achieved... well with a little help from added caulerpa or similar. Pump inlet and outlets will be supplied loose, gluing maybe required. Aquarium Capacity: 60 - 250 l (Dependant of bio load) Dimensions : Length: 500mm Width (front to back): 120mm Depth (top to bottom): 300mm Hang-On Bracket Width: 30mm ## Features - For aquariums up to 60l - 250l - For both freshwater and marine aquariums. - Comes complete with Refugium 500RS, Led Lighting, Pump, Mud and Coral sand. - Removes both Phosphate and Nitrate.. with a little help from added algae . ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07FDC8ZCL | | Brand Name | Cleartides | | Included Components | Refugium 500RS, Led Lighting, Pump, Mud, Coral sand | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 50L x 12W x 30H centimetres | | Manufacturer | Cleartides | | Material Type | Plastic | | Product Style | Compact | | Special Features | Led Lighting, Refugium Compartment | | Tank Volume | 250 Litres | | Target Species | Fish | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Vivarium Type | Aquarium | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cleartides - **Included components:** Refugium 500RS, Led Lighting, Pump, Mud, Coral sand - **Manufacturer:** Cleartides - **Material:** Plastic - **Product dimensions:** 50L x 12W x 30H centimetres - **Special feature:** Led Lighting, Refugium Compartment - **Style:** Compact - **Tank volume:** 250 Litres - **Vivarium Type:** Aquarium ## Images ![Refugium 500RS Stage 2. Hang On Back. Incl. Light, Pump & Media. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41XURjmncXL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/72090425-refugium-500rs-stage-2-hang-on-back-incl-light-pump](https://www.desertcart.be/products/72090425-refugium-500rs-stage-2-hang-on-back-incl-light-pump) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-06-17*