{"product_id":"fluval-curved-planter-scissors-25cm","title":"Fluval Curved Planter Scissors 25cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurved, long-necked scissors built for trimming aquatic plants close to the substrate without disturbing the layout around them.\u003c\/strong\u003e The curved blade profile lets you angle into tight spots between hardscape and plant clusters that straight aquascaping shears can't reach cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurved 25 cm blades\u003c\/strong\u003e — angle in close to the substrate and around hardscape for precise trims.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbonized stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e — corrosion-resistant construction built for repeated contact with tank water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-neck, ergonomic handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps your hand clear of the waterline while you work deep in the layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCO207\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e015561144803\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 cm (9.8 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurved tips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel with a carbonized coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater, planted tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e trimming stem plants, carpeting plants and foreground growth close to the substrate in freshwater planted tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy pruning of thick driftwood roots or hardscape — these are precision trimming scissors, not cutting tools for wood or hard materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse and dry the blades after each use to keep the carbonized coating from spotting, and store them out of standing water between trims.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharp curved blades — keep out of reach of children and handle with care around glass and acrylic tank walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with a set of aquascaping tweezers for planting stems after trimming, and a substrate spatula for smoothing the foreground once you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard consumer warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships standard parcel delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan these cut driftwood or thick roots?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — they're designed for precision plant trimming, not for cutting through wood or hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill they rust?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carbonized stainless steel coating resists corrosion from regular contact with aquarium water, but rinsing and drying them after use will extend their life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre they suitable for a nano tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe curved, long-necked design is well suited to trimming close to the substrate in smaller layouts where a straight-bladed tool is harder to angle in.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293290217763,"sku":"CO207","price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-curved-planter-scisso-43875442688291.webp?v=1790236670","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-curved-planter-scissors-25cm","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}