Red Sea Reefwave 45 Snail Guards 4Pc (RED638)
Fits
Red Sea ReefWave 45
Part no.
R35251
Red Sea Reefwave 45 Snail Guards 4Pc (RED638)
Keeps snails, hermits and curious fish out of your ReefWave 45 intake. This genuine Red Sea 4-piece snail guard set, Red Sea part number R35251, clips over the ReefWave 45's intake, stopping livestock being drawn into the impeller while barely affecting flow.
Key features
- Genuine Red Sea part — factory snail guard set, part R35251, pack of 4.
- Protects livestock and the pump — stops snails, hermit crabs and small fish reaching the impeller.
- Clip-on fit — no tools, fits directly over the existing intake.
- Minimal flow impact — open mesh design doesn't meaningfully restrict the ReefWave 45's output.
Will it fit my pump?
| Fits | Red Sea part number |
|---|---|
| ReefWave 45 | R35251 |
Sized for the ReefWave 45 only. The smaller ReefWave 25 uses its own snail guard set, Red Sea part R35240 — check the model on your pump before ordering, since the two aren't interchangeable.
Specifications
| Genuine part number | R35251 |
|---|---|
| Pack quantity | 4 pieces |
| Fits | Red Sea ReefWave 45 |
| Fitting | Clip-on, no tools required |
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable for any ReefWave 45 sharing a tank with snails, hermit crabs or small, curious fish. Not suitable for the ReefWave 25 — order R35240 for that model instead.
Care and maintenance
Rinse periodically during routine tank maintenance to clear algae or detritus build-up, which can otherwise reduce flow through the guard over time.
Warranty and delivery
Covered by Red Sea's manufacturer warranty on parts, in addition to your consumer guarantee rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a small parcel item, standard delivery.
Common questions
Will this fit my ReefWave 25?
No. The ReefWave 25 takes its own snail guard set, Red Sea part R35240. This listing, R35251, is for the ReefWave 45 only.
Does the guard restrict flow?
The open mesh design is built to let the ReefWave 45's rated flow through with only a minor, generally unnoticeable reduction.
Why would I need this?
Snails and hermit crabs can be drawn into an unguarded pump intake and damaged or killed, and can also damage the impeller. The guard protects both.
