{"product_id":"aquavitro-intake-screen-17mm-10cm-long","title":"Aquavitro Intake Screen 17mm (10cm Long)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps shrimp and fry out of the filter without choking the flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e The aquavitro Intake Screen is a surgical-grade stainless steel mesh guard that slips over a 17 mm filter intake pipe, sized to stop dwarf shrimp, fry and small fish being pulled in while still passing a full flow of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits 17 mm intake pipes\u003c\/strong\u003e - made for the aquavitro intake pipe, and fits any filter intake of the same diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10.5 cm long, 3 cm wide mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e - a large surface area keeps flow close to unrestricted compared with a tight strainer basket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurgical-grade stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e - won't rust over years of submersion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlips over the existing strainer\u003c\/strong\u003e - no cutting or gluing, and it comes off just as easily for cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits pipe diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScreen dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10.5 cm long x 3 cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurgical-grade stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e725101-7678\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits any intake pipe measuring 17 mm outside diameter, not just the aquavitro-branded pipe it was designed alongside. Measure the pipe before ordering - a 13 mm version is also made for smaller pipes, though we don't currently stock that size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshwater shrimp tanks, fry-raising and breeding setups, and any community tank where small fish are getting drawn towards the filter intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e pipes other than 17 mm - it won't grip or seal properly on the wrong diameter. The manufacturer lists this screen for freshwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlide it off at filter service time and brush or rinse off any build-up. A screen left to clog gradually chokes flow long before it looks obviously dirty, so check it whenever you service the filter rather than waiting for a visible flow drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-tube\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Tube\u003c\/a\u003e - a hide for the shrimp and fry this screen is protecting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquavitro-shrimp-dome\"\u003eAquavitro Shrimp Dome\u003c\/a\u003e - another low, easy-to-clean hide for a shrimp or fry tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem does not publish a separate warranty term for aquavitro accessories. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless. Standard freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this fit my canister filter's intake pipe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt fits any intake pipe of 17 mm outside diameter, whether it's the aquavitro-branded pipe or another filter's. Measure your pipe first, since the screen won't seat properly on the wrong size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it in a marine or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists this screen for freshwater use. We haven't found a published marine rating for it, so if you're after intake protection for a reef sump, check with us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill it stop flow dropping over time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt won't stop debris building up, but the mesh area is large enough that a light coating barely affects flow. Check it at every filter service so build-up doesn't get ahead of you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it come with the intake pipe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the screen only, sized to fit a 17 mm pipe you already have, whether that's the aquavitro intake pipe or another filter's own pipework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AquaVitro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773856502051,"sku":"725101-7678","price":41.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/7678-intake-screen-17mm.png?v=1772063701","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/aquavitro-intake-screen-17mm-10cm-long","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}