Vortech MP10 Foam Guards Pack of 3
Fits
EcoTech Marine VorTech MP10 wet side
Part no.
MP214
Vortech MP10 Foam Guards Pack of 3
A curious shrimp or a fry that wanders too close to a powerhead rarely gets a second chance. This genuine EcoTech Marine pack of three foam guards fits over the VorTech MP10 wet side, creating a soft barrier that keeps small fish, shrimp, snails and food debris away from the propeller while still letting water flow through freely.
Key features
- Purpose-fitted for the MP10 wet side – shaped specifically to the MP10's intake, not a generic foam disc.
- Protects small livestock – stops fry, shrimp and snails being drawn into the propeller.
- Keeps debris out – reduces food particles and detritus clogging the intake.
- Pack of 3 – enough spares to replace a worn guard without a separate order.
Specifications
| Pack contents | 3 x foam guard covers |
|---|---|
| Compatible pumps | EcoTech Marine VorTech MP10 wet side |
| Type | Open-cell foam intake guard |
| Brand | EcoTech Marine |
Suitable for, and not suitable for
Suitable for the VorTech MP10 wet side only. Not sized for the MP40 or MP60 – their wet sides take a larger guard shaped to that pump's intake.
What's included
3 foam guard covers. The MP10 wet side and pump are not included.
Care and maintenance
How often should the guard be replaced?
Replace it once it's visibly compressed, torn or clogged with algae – EcoTech doesn't publish a fixed interval, so inspect it at each routine pump clean.
Goes well with
- Vortech MP10 Wet Side – the assembly this guard fits over.
- Vortech Nozzle for MP10 Wetside
- Vortech MP10QD
Warranty and delivery
Maintenance consumable, sold as-is. Standard delivery Australia-wide.
Common questions
Will this fit my MP40 or MP60?
No – it's shaped specifically for the MP10 wet side. Order the MP40 or MP60 foam guard pack for those pumps.
Does the guard reduce flow much?
It's an open-cell foam designed to let water pass freely while still screening out fish, shrimp and larger debris.
Is it reef safe?
Yes – it's an inert foam intended to sit in the water column indefinitely, with no impact on water chemistry.
