Water type
Marine + Reef
Fits
Reefer 900 G2, Reefer-S 850 G2, Reefer-S 1000 G2
Part no.
R42488G2
Genuine part
Yes, genuine Red Sea
Red Sea Reefer Return Pipe RF G2 900/S-550/S-700/S-850/S-1000
Genuine Red Sea return pipe – factory-fit, not a generic replacement. This return pipe (part number R42488G2) is the plumbing that carries water from the sump return pump back up to the display on the larger Red Sea Reefer G2 and G2+ systems, with the correct diameters and seals for a drop-in fit into the existing bulkhead fittings.
Key features
- Genuine Red Sea part – factory diameters and seals, not a generic aftermarket fitting.
- Direct drop-in replacement – fits the existing bulkhead connectors, no cutting or solvent welding of the pipe itself.
- Covers seven models in one part number – check the fits-list below rather than assuming by tank name alone.
Specifications
| Part number | R42488G2 |
|---|---|
| SKU | RED816b |
| Fits models | Reefer 900 G2, Reefer-S 850 G2, Reefer-S 1000 G2, Reefer-S 550 G2+, Reefer-S 700 G2+, Reefer Peninsula S-700 G2+, Reefer Peninsula S-950 G2+ |
Will it fit my tank?
This pipe fits the sump return plumbing on the Reefer 900 G2, Reefer-S 850 G2, Reefer-S 1000 G2, Reefer-S 550 G2+, Reefer-S 700 G2+, Reefer Peninsula S-700 G2+ and Reefer Peninsula S-950 G2+ – both standard and MAX configurations of those tanks. It does not fit the Reefer 750 G2+, which uses a different return plumbing set, and Red Sea's return plumbing has changed between generations, so a G1 or G3 Reefer of the same volume is not a guaranteed match. If your model isn't in the list above, check it against your tank's plumbing diagram or ask us to confirm before ordering.
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable as a genuine factory replacement for a cracked, brittle or leaking return pipe on any of the seven models listed above. Not suitable as a universal or first-fit part for Reefer models outside that list, or for non-Red Sea sump plumbing.
Care and maintenance
Soak crusty plumbing parts in a citric acid solution during major maintenance – coralline and calcium buildup inside return lines quietly steals flow over time, and a soak clears it without scrubbing or scratching the pipe.
Compatibility, spares and supersession
Sold as a single piece. Fits into the existing bulkhead connectors on the models listed above; check and replace the O-ring seal at the same time if it's showing wear, since the seal is the more common failure point rather than the pipe itself.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by Red Sea's manufacturer warranty on spare parts, in addition to your consumer guarantee rights under Australian Consumer Law.
Common questions
Will this fit my Reefer 750 G2+?
No. This pipe is specific to the 900 G2, S-550/S-700/S-850/S-1000 G2+ and Peninsula S-700/S-950 G2+ models listed above; the 750 G2+ uses a different plumbing set.
What's the part number?
R42488G2 – Red Sea's own genuine spare, not an aftermarket equivalent.
Do I need any tools to fit it?
It's a direct drop-in replacement into the existing bulkhead fittings – no solvent welding, though check the O-ring seal for wear and replace it if needed.
My tank isn't on the fits-list – will it still fit?
Don't assume it will. Red Sea's return plumbing differs by generation and model. Check your exact model against the fits-list above, or ask us to confirm before ordering.




