{"product_id":"flipper-nano-float-up-to-6mm-glass","title":"Flipper Nano Float up to 6mm glass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pocket-sized magnet built for nano tanks up to 6 mm glass.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Flipper Nano Float is a floating magnetic algae cleaner sized for nano and small aquariums, working through glass up to 6 mm (1\/4\") thick - roughly the glass on tanks up to about 95 litres (25 US gallons). It comes with a stainless steel blade for glass only; it is not rated for acrylic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated to 6 mm (1\/4\") glass\u003c\/strong\u003e - matched to the thinner glass typical of nano and small tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size\u003c\/strong\u003e - at roughly 9.7 x 4.8 x 2.5 cm it fits in tight nano aquascapes where a full-size cleaner can't manoeuvre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloats free\u003c\/strong\u003e - orienting buoyancy keeps the magnets facing the glass and brings the inside half to the surface if it comes loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare earth magnets\u003c\/strong\u003e - strong enough to hold a clean line through 6 mm of glass while staying light enough for delicate tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel blade included\u003c\/strong\u003e - for glass only; the blade is sold separately as a spare when it wears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum glass thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGlass or acrylic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass only - not rated for acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFloat or sink\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9.7 x 4.8 x 2.5 cm\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\u003eBlade included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x stainless steel (glass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical tank size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to approx. 95 L (25 US gallons)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA2192\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e023632144027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Flipper cleaner do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax glass\/acrylic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGlass or acrylic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlipper Nano Float (this product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNano and small tanks up to roughly 25 US gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-max-float-up-to-19mm-glass\"\u003eFlipper Max Float\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth, two blades included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge display tanks up to 3\/4\" glass, and acrylic tanks and sumps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the tank is acrylic, or the glass is thicker than 6 mm, this cleaner is the wrong size - step up to the Flipper Max Float instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e nano and small glass aquariums up to roughly 95 litres, where a full-size magnet cleaner is too bulky to work between rockwork and glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e acrylic tanks of any thickness, and glass over 6 mm. Not intended for unsupervised use in tanks with shrimp, fry or bettas that could be startled by a moving magnet on the outside pane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlipper recommends replacing the blade every three to six months of regular use. Rinse the blade and magnet housing after use, and store it away from grit so it doesn't scratch the glass on its next pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-max-float-up-to-19mm-glass\"\u003eFlipper Max Float up to 19mm glass\u003c\/a\u003e - for a larger tank, or one with acrylic panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/flipper-platinum-scraper\"\u003eFlipper Platinum Scraper\u003c\/a\u003e - a long-handled option for reaching corners a floating magnet can't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlipper does not publish a separate consumer warranty term for the Nano Float on its Australian-facing materials. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless of any manufacturer terms. This is a small, light item and ships at standard freight rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill the Nano Float work on my acrylic nano tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It ships with a stainless steel blade rated for glass only, and using it on acrylic will scratch the surface. Choose the Flipper Max Float, which includes an acrylic-safe blade, instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat tank size is this suited to?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoughly up to 95 litres (25 US gallons), which is where nano tank glass typically stays at or under 6 mm. Check your actual glass thickness if your tank is on the larger end of that range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat happens if the magnet comes apart while cleaning?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inside half floats to the surface rather than sinking onto the substrate, so it's easy to retrieve by hand or with a net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often does the blade need replacing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery three to six months of regular use is the manufacturer's guide. Replace sooner if it starts leaving streaks instead of a clean scrape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this safe to use around shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it with care. A magnet moving along the glass can startle shrimp or fry nearby, so supervise the first few passes in a shrimp tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Flipper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242272080163,"sku":"AA2192","price":63.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/flip-nano_1774418137_f0664ccc-39cb-405e-9634-5fa78942d751.jpg?v=1782303336","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/flipper-nano-float-up-to-6mm-glass","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}