{"product_id":"aqua-medic-outlet-overflow-strainer","title":"Aqua Medic Outlet\/Overflow Strainer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlotted strainers keep detritus out of overflow pipework, in six sizes.\u003c\/strong\u003e This ABS outlet strainer fits over the overflow pipe in a marine or freshwater sump, its slotted body screening out coarse detritus and stray livestock while keeping water moving freely into the drain. It's sold in six pipe-diameter and length combinations covering 20 mm through to 50 mm pipework, so you can match it to the exact plumbing already running from your tank to the sump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlotted ABS body\u003c\/strong\u003e — screens out coarse detritus and prevents small livestock following water into the overflow, without meaningfully restricting flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix pipe sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20 mm, 25 mm, 32 mm, 40 mm and 50 mm diameters, with two length options at 20 mm, covering most standard aquarium overflow plumbing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush-fit onto pipe\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits directly over the end of the overflow pipe, no solvent welding required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Aqua Medic part\u003c\/strong\u003e — matched sizing to Aqua Medic's own overflow and plumbing ranges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePipe diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAqua Medic item no.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e82 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e418.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included \/ What you'll still need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e one strainer in the size you select.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou'll still need:\u003c\/strong\u003e the overflow pipe already installed — this is a push-fit accessory, not a full standpipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e any sump overflow running 20–50 mm pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e overflow pipe outside that range — measure your pipe's outside diameter before ordering, since the 32 mm and 40 mm variants look similar but aren't interchangeable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse periodically to clear trapped detritus so flow doesn't back up through the overflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAqua Medic Overflow Comb — screens the overflow box itself, upstream of the strainer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAqua Medic Ocean Clear Fleece Roll Filter — mechanical polishing downstream of the sump inlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Aqua Medic's manufacturer warranty against defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know which size I need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure the outside diameter of your existing overflow pipe. Aqua Medic offers this strainer in 20, 25, 32, 40 and 50 mm to match standard aquarium pipe sizes, with two length options at 20 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it reduce flow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe slotted design is sized to screen out detritus without materially restricting the flow the pipe itself can carry, though a heavy debris load will need rinsing to keep it clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it stop fish or shrimp going over the overflow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt screens out coarse debris and larger livestock, but very small fry or shrimp can still pass through the slots — it isn't a fry-proof screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it a push fit or does it need glue?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePush fit over the end of the pipe. 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