can you convert an in-sump protein skimmer to hob?

[chiclidlover81]

i have a reef octopus protein skimmer for insump but i dont have a sump yet and to be honest i am a little uneasy as i heard there is a chance if i lose power that it will flood so i was thinking about trying to see if i cant convert it to hob so if you have ever heard seen or done this PLEASE HELP!!!!!