Bubble King® 500 DeLuxe External Protein Skimmer
Recommended Aquarium Size
Suitable for marine aquariums ranging from:
Key Specifications
Bubble King® 500 DeLuxe External
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Maximum air intake: 5,000 l/h
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Water throughput: 15,000 l/h
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Pump configuration: 2 × Bubble King® 2500 DC
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Base plate: 55 × 89 cm
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Height: approximately 98 cm
Technical Specifications
Skimmer Pumps
The Bubble King® 500 DeLuxe External is equipped with two Red Dragon® Bubble King® 2500 DC needle wheel pumps.
Per Pump Specifications
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Adjustable 24 V DC pump
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Maximum power consumption: 67 W
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Air intake: up to 2,500 l/h
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Water throughput: approximately 7,500 l/h
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Operating voltage: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz
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Protection class: IP68
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Removable controller and power supply
Cable Lengths
Note: An external feed pump is required.
Dimensions and Weight
Skimmer Body (without pumps)
Weight
Performance Overview
With two BK2500 DC pumps, the system provides:
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Maximum air intake: 5,000 l/h
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Maximum water throughput: 15,000 l/h
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Total power consumption: up to 134 W
This makes the Bubble King® 500 DeLuxe External suitable for very large, heavily stocked reef aquariums and demanding professional systems.
Premium German Engineering
Royal Exclusiv® has been manufacturing high-end protein skimmers in Germany since 1986. Every unit is precision-engineered using premium materials, including:
The result is outstanding build quality, durability, and long-term reliability.
Red Dragon® Pump Technology
The heart of every Bubble King® skimmer is the in-house developed Red Dragon® DC pump system.
Key benefits include:
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Full in-house design and production
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Precise performance control
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Exceptional energy efficiency
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Very low noise operation
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Long service life and reliability
Energy Efficiency
Despite its high performance, the system operates with relatively low energy consumption for its class:
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Total air capacity: up to 5,000 l/h
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Total water throughput: up to 15,000 l/h
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Total power draw: approx. 134 W
Quiet Operation
Bubble King® skimmers are widely recognized for their extremely quiet operation. This makes them ideal for:
Skimming Performance
The design produces extremely fine and uniform bubbles, maximizing contact time and improving organic waste removal efficiency.
Benefits include:
Bubble King® Product Range
| Series |
Intended Use |
Key Features |
| Mini Bubble King® |
Small to medium systems |
Compact internal pump design |
| Bubble King® Double Cone |
Medium to large reefs |
Gentle, dry skimming for coral systems |
| Bubble King® Supermarin |
Large, high-bioload systems |
High-capacity wet skimming |
| Bubble King® DeLuxe |
Professional installations |
Flagship series with advanced cleaning and adjustment systems |
Conclusion
The Bubble King® 500 DeLuxe External represents the top tier of Royal Exclusiv® skimmer technology. It is designed for aquarists managing very large and heavily stocked marine systems who require maximum stability, performance, and reliability.
With its combination of German engineering, proprietary Red Dragon® pump technology, extremely quiet operation, and outstanding skimming efficiency, it provides long-term consistency and reduces the need for constant adjustment or maintenance.
For large-scale reef aquariums, it is a premium investment in water quality, system stability, and overall ease of operation.