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This intake guard fits over your filter inlet to stop shrimp, fry and debris being drawn into the filter. Choose a fine mesh guard or a cotton sleeve to suit your setup.
Key Features
- Fine Mesh: keeps shrimp and fry out.
- Flexible Connector: stretchy rubber fitting for a snug fit.
- Two Pipe Sizes: 12mm or 16mm inner diameter.
- Cotton Sleeves: extra pre filter options in four sizes.
Suitable For
For external canister and hang on filters with 12mm or 16mm intake pipes.
| Material | Stainless steel mesh, rubber connector; cotton sleeve options |
| Colours | White, black, clear head |
| Sizes | 12mm; 16mm inner diameter; cotton sleeves small to large |
| Usage | Filter intake protection |
| Care | Rinse in tank water |
| What is in the Box | 1 x intake guard or sleeve as per option |
Aquarium Filter Intake Guard, Stainless Mesh or Cotton Sleeve, Shrimp Safe, 12 or 16mm
Sale price
£12.99
Regular price
£17.99
This intake guard fits over your filter inlet to stop shrimp, fry and debris being drawn into the filter. Choose a fine mesh guard or a cotton sleeve to suit your setup.
Key Features
- Fine Mesh: keeps shrimp and fry out.
- Flexible Connector: stretchy rubber fitting for a snug fit.
- Two Pipe Sizes: 12mm or 16mm inner diameter.
- Cotton Sleeves: extra pre filter options in four sizes.
Suitable For
For external canister and hang on filters with 12mm or 16mm intake pipes.
| Material | Stainless steel mesh, rubber connector; cotton sleeve options |
| Colours | White, black, clear head |
| Sizes | 12mm; 16mm inner diameter; cotton sleeves small to large |
| Usage | Filter intake protection |
| Care | Rinse in tank water |
| What is in the Box | 1 x intake guard or sleeve as per option |
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