{"product_id":"flipper-edge-2-in-1-floating-magnetic-aquarium-algae-cleaner","title":"Flipper Edge 2-in-1 Floating Magnetic Algae Cleaner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA floating magnetic cleaner sold in two sizes, rated to 12 mm or 25 mm of glass or acrylic.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Flipper Edge 2-in-1 pairs a magnetic scrubbing pad with a reversible scraper blade in the one handle, so you flip between the two without swapping tools. The Standard size works through glass or acrylic up to 12 mm (1\/2 in) thick; the Max steps up to 25 mm (1 in) for larger display tanks. Both float free of the handle if the magnetic link breaks, and both ship with 316 stainless steel blades for glass and acrylic-safe plastic blades for acrylic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sizes, one design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard rated to 12 mm (1\/2 in), Max rated to 25 mm (1 in). Check your glass thickness before choosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloats if separated\u003c\/strong\u003e — the inner pad rises to the surface instead of dropping onto the substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlip-to-scrape handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — rotate the handle to switch between the scrubbing pad and the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo blade types included on both sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — 316 stainless steel for glass, acrylic-safe plastic for acrylic, flat and serrated edges, reversible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare earth magnets\u003c\/strong\u003e — hold through the full rated thickness of each size without heavy pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard and Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass and acrylic (acrylic-safe blades included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloats if separated\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, both sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlades included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 316 stainless steel, 2x acrylic-safe plastic — flat and serrated, reversible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle action\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotates between scrubbing pad and scraper blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMagnet type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRare earth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended blade replacement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 3–6 months, depending on use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVariant specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 mm (1\/2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBA8219\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$138.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm (1 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBA8220\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$263.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the actual glass or acrylic thickness at the point you'll be cleaning. Standard covers most tanks up to roughly 200 L; once a display tank moves into 15 mm-plus glass — common on larger reef systems and big freshwater builds — step up to the Max.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use the Standard on 15 mm glass?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Above 12 mm the magnetic link is unreliable and the inner pad can slip. Use the Max, rated to 25 mm, instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCleaner\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge 2-in-1 Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 mm (1\/2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$138.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost tanks up to roughly 200 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge 2-in-1 Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 mm (1 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$263.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThicker glass on larger display and reef tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-edge-12mm\"\u003eFlipper Edge (separate listing)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 mm (1\/2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$145.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame rating as Standard, different packaging — pick whichever is in stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e glass and acrylic aquariums, freshwater or marine. Standard for panes up to 12 mm, Max for panes up to 25 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e panes thicker than the rated size for either variant — check both the Standard and Max limits before ordering the wrong one. Not designed for scraping rockwork or substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Flipper Edge 2-in-1 cleaner in your chosen size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x reversible 316 stainless steel blades (flat and serrated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x reversible acrylic-safe plastic blades (flat and serrated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse after use to keep salt and algae out of the hinge. Replace blades every 3 to 6 months, or sooner if they've started skating over algae instead of lifting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare earth magnets can pinch skin if the two halves come together directly — keep fingers clear when placing or removing the cleaner, especially on the Max size where the magnets are stronger. Keep away from pacemakers and other magnet-sensitive devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-deep-see-magnified-viewer-up-to-16mm-glass\"\u003eFlipper DeepSee Magnified Viewer\u003c\/a\u003e — inspect what you've just cleaned off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-cleaning-mitt-2pk\"\u003eFlipper Cleaning Mitt 2pk\u003c\/a\u003e — for the outside of the glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Flipper's manufacturer warranty in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a small parcel item on standard freight; the Max is heavier due to its larger magnets but still ships standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the difference between Standard and Max?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum glass or acrylic thickness. Standard works to 12 mm (1\/2 in); Max works to 25 mm (1 in). The blade set and floating design are the same on both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes either size work on acrylic?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, both include acrylic-safe plastic blades alongside the stainless steel blades, so the same cleaner handles glass and acrylic tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat happens if I buy Standard for glass over 12 mm?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnetic hold won't be reliable and the inner pad is likely to slip off. Choose the Max instead for anything above 12 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I switch between scrubbing and scraping?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotate the handle — one position presents the pad, the other the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs there a version rated above 25 mm?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in this range. The Max at 25 mm (1 in) is the thickest Flipper Edge we stock; for anything beyond that, contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flipper","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":55242265821475,"sku":"BA8219","price":138.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Max","offer_id":55335325827363,"sku":"BA8220","price":263.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/flip-edge_1774482345_81973396-6ce1-4c61-953a-613dad2be3f2.jpg?v=1782303330","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/flipper-edge-2-in-1-floating-magnetic-aquarium-algae-cleaner","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}