Reef Ready Aquarium Systems

Reef-Ready. Hassle-Free. Beautifully Done. All-Inclusive, All for Less.

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💎 Industry Leading Low Iron Glass - No Cheap Substitutes
⚡ Plug & Play Setup - Equipment Selected for Compatibility
💧 Built-in Filtration
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Orders placed before 3 PM PST on business days typically ship same day. U.S. delivery within 2–5 business days.
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Why Reefers Love Sea Cardinal

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Engineered for Effortless Setup

Thoughtfully engineered for zero guesswork — everything fits, flows, and functions right out of the box.

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Coral-Ready Circulation Design

Tuned for ideal movement—no guesswork, no extra equipment needed. Your reef thrives right from day one.

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Modular & Upgradeable

Customize your system as your reef matures—stands, racks, skimmers and more, built to evolve with you.

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Built for Coral

Ultra-clear glass, optimal lighting zones, and reef-specific filtration—crafted from the ground up for coral success.

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Crystal-Clear Nano Tank

Low-iron glass and rear filtration design gives you a sleek, modern reef-ready system.

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Reef-Ready LED Lighting

Balanced spectrum for coral growth and shimmer, with mounting included.

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Rear Filtration Chamber

Integrated return pump, media basket, and skimmer-ready chamber — no plumbing needed.

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Optional Upgrades

Modular stand, lid, heater, and skimmer let you customize as your reef matures.

All - In - One Aquarium Kits

Whether you're building your first reef or upgrading to a cleaner, more elegant setup, Reef Ready Kits are engineered for simplicity, performance, and style. Just add rock, water, substrate, then cycle and let the reefing begin.
Reef-Ready: Hassle-Free. Beautifully Done. All-Inclusive, All for Less.

See the Sea Cardinal Difference

Logan from Reef Rookies puts our 22G Nano Kit to the test.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How quiet is the equipment?

The pumps are made with ceramic shafts and magnetic drive motors to ensure low noise and efficient performance.

Can the LED Light grow corals?

The LED lights included with our base nano kits are programmable and have adjustable spectrum and intensity. The Popbloom lights included with our larger reef ready kits can grow SPS or easier to keep soft corals. Also can be programmed and managed through a wifi smart home app.

How long will my order take to arrive?

Orders placed before 3 PM PST on business days typically ship the same day. With delivery within 2-5 business days.

Is a warranty included?

We stand behind our products and equipment. Our warranty is here to give you peace of mind as you dive into this wonderful hobby.