{"product_id":"seachem-algae-scraper-replacement-blades-3-pack","title":"Seachem Algae Scraper Replacement Blades 3 pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA blunt blade turns a two-minute job into ten.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are the genuine Seachem replacement metal blades for the Seachem Algae Scraper, three to a pack. The metal blade is the tool's heavy edge — it shears hard green spot algae and coralline off aquarium glass in one pass, where the plastic blade and the soft pad are still working at it. Seachem lists this refill as fitting scraper models 3207 (31 cm) and 3208 (46 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree metal blades per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — blades are a wear item, and a fresh edge is what stops you leaning on the glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass aquariums only\u003c\/strong\u003e — Seachem states the metal blade is not for use on acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlides into the removable cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — no tools, and the scraper head never has to come apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetracts into the head\u003c\/strong\u003e — the blade hides inside the scraper between cleans, so nothing sits edge-up in the maintenance bucket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — load a metal blade at one end and a soft pad at the other, then flip mid-clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal blade refill for the Seachem Algae Scraper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 blades\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeachem Algae Scraper 31 cm (model 3207) and 46 cm (model 3208)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass only — not for acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3212\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich refill do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe scraper takes three working surfaces, and they differ in what they will safely touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRefill\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse on\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest at\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal blades, 3 pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard green spot algae and coralline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft pads, 3 pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass and acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilm algae, and algae sitting in shallow scratches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass; built-in plastic blade generally safe on acrylic with light pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacing the worn housing itself\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e glass aquariums · hard green spot algae and coralline · freshwater and marine tanks · owners of the 31 cm or 46 cm Seachem Algae Scraper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e acrylic aquariums, where a metal blade leaves permanent scratches · the 15 cm Seachem Algae Scraper (model 3199), which Seachem does not list among the fitments for this refill · silicone seams, which any blade can cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse in fresh water and dry the blade after every clean, especially after marine use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the edge for trapped sand before each pass — one grain caught under a blade scores glass in a straight line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace as soon as the edge drags rather than cuts, because a worn blade needs pressure and pressure is what scratches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachem-algae-scraper\"\u003eSeachem Algae Scraper\u003c\/a\u003e — the tool this refill fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachem-algae-scraper-replacement-pads-3-pack\"\u003eSeachem Algae Scraper Replacement Pads\u003c\/a\u003e — the acrylic-safe surface to load at the other end of the cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/seachem-algae-scraper-replacement-cartridge\"\u003eSeachem Algae Scraper Replacement Cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e — for when the housing is worn, not just the blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/seachem\"\u003eThe full Seachem range\u003c\/a\u003e — media, treatments and spares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlades are a consumable and carry no separate manufacturer warranty term. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply regardless and cannot be excluded. Ships as a standard parcel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhich Seachem Algae Scraper do these blades fit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeachem lists this metal blade refill as fitting the 31 cm (model 3207) and 46 cm (model 3208) Algae Scrapers. It is not listed for the 15 cm scraper, model 3199.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use a Seachem metal blade on an acrylic tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Seachem states the metal blade is not for use on acrylic. Use the soft pad refill instead, or the plastic blade built into the cartridge with light pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I change the blade?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlide the cartridge out of the scraper head, seat the new blade in the cartridge, and slide it back in. There are no tools and no screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow often should the blade be replaced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeachem does not publish an interval. Replace on feel: when a patch needs a second or third pass, the edge has gone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54773861810467,"sku":"724944-3212","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/seachem_replacement_blades.png?v=1782710422","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/seachem-algae-scraper-replacement-blades-3-pack","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}