{"product_id":"continuum-clean-equation-m","title":"Continuum Clean Equation M","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuum Clean Equation M lifts stains and detritus off live rock, glass and decorations while clearing the water column.\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a marine flocculant and surface conditioner — it clumps floating particulate so your filter can pull it out, and loosens the grime that builds up on rock and glass in reef and marine systems. It isn't an algaecide, so it won't touch algae directly, but a cleaner tank with less floating detritus makes every other part of the routine easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlocculant action\u003c\/strong\u003e — clumps floating particulate so mechanical filtration can remove it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface cleaner\u003c\/strong\u003e — loosens debris and detritus stuck to live rock, decorations and glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e — Continuum states it is safe to use around soft and stony corals, most macroalgae and marine fish at the recommended dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaged introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e — a six-day ramp-up dose lets you bring it into the system gradually rather than shocking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine flocculant and surface conditioner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive chemistry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuum describes this as an exclusive proprietary formula and does not publish a full ingredient breakdown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine and reef aquaria — soft and stony corals, most macroalgae, marine fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot an algaecide; do not combine with algaecide products\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 2 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGetting started (per 50 US gallons \/ 189 L)\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 mL (½ capful)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 mL (1 capful)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 mL (1½ capfuls)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mL (2 capfuls)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5 mL (2½ capfuls)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 mL (3 capfuls)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOngoing maintenance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the six-day introduction is complete, Continuum's maintenance dose is 7.5 mL per 50 US gallons (189 L) every other day, or as needed to keep rock and glass clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e reef and marine systems carrying soft and stony corals, most macroalgae and marine fish that need help with floating detritus or stained rock and glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e use as an algaecide, or alongside algaecide products — Continuum states the two are incompatible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Not for human consumption. If the product contacts eyes, flush with water and seek medical advice if irritation persists. Watch corals and fish for signs of stress during the introduction period and reduce or pause dosing if you see any.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSold with Continuum's standard packaging warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to the consumer guarantees you're entitled to under Australian Consumer Law. Ships from Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium in Brisbane \/ North Lakes, QLD.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill this kill algae in my tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Clean Equation M is a flocculant and surface conditioner, not an algaecide, and Continuum advises against combining it with algaecide products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy does dosing ramp up over six days?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe staged introduction lets sensitive reef inhabitants adjust gradually rather than facing the full dose on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long do I keep dosing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the six-day introduction, dose 7.5 mL per 50 US gallons every other day, or as needed, as an ongoing maintenance routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs it reef safe?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eContinuum states it is safe around soft and stony corals, most macroalgae and marine fish at the recommended dose, though it recommends monitoring tank inhabitants for any negative reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Continuum","offers":[{"title":"250 mL","offer_id":55249697276195,"sku":null,"price":41.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 mL","offer_id":55249697308963,"sku":null,"price":74.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"125 mL","offer_id":55335327629603,"sku":"QCEM125","price":31.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 L","offer_id":55335327662371,"sku":"QCEM2L","price":220.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Continuum_CleanEquationM_5a248f1257dc7_07cffffb-7b46-48af-b62b-c1bdf78545fa.jpg?v=1782710666","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/continuum-clean-equation-m","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}