{"product_id":"vortech-mp60-foam-guards-pack-of-2","title":"Vortech MP60 Foam Guards Pack of 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA guard between curious tank mates and a spinning propeller.\u003c\/strong\u003e This genuine EcoTech Marine pack of two foam guards fits over the VorTech MP60 wet side, covering the propeller while still letting water pass through freely. They're a cheap, quick way to cut the risk of an inquisitive fish, shrimp or coral frag — or your own fingers during a water change — making contact with the impeller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine EcoTech Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e — the foam guard EcoTech sells specifically for the VorTech MP60 wet side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack of two\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough for one pump with a spare, or two pumps in the same tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-cell foam construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers the propeller without materially restricting flow output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-free fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits over the existing MP60 wet-side housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEcoTech Marine VorTech MP60 \/ MP60w wet side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 foam guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-cell foam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMP314\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for MP60 and MP60w owners keeping fish, shrimp, snails or fragile coral frags that could bump the propeller, and for anyone who wants an extra buffer during routine tank maintenance. Not a fit for the MP10 or MP40 wet side — those pumps use their own guard sizes. A foam guard reduces contact risk; it doesn't guarantee a small fish or shrimp can never reach the propeller, so it isn't a substitute for sensible pump placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo foam guards. No wet-side housing, magnets or pump included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should these be replaced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcoTech doesn't publish a fixed interval. Foam breaks down with prolonged saltwater exposure and UV from tank lighting, so replace a guard once it's compressed, torn or crumbling rather than on a set schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a genuine EcoTech Marine spare part. Standard delivery Australia-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill a foam guard noticeably reduce my MP60's flow?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-cell foam is designed to let water pass through while covering the blades, so the reduction in effective flow is minor rather than something you'd typically need to compensate for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need these if I don't keep shrimp or fragile inverts?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of keepers fit them purely to protect fingers during cleaning and maintenance, even in fish-only systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use one guard now and keep the second as a spare?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the pack of two is sized so you can fit one now and keep a spare for when the first wears out, or run guards on two pumps at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vortech-o-ring-for-mp60-wetside\"\u003eVortech O-Ring for MP60 Wetside\u003c\/a\u003e — worth checking for wear at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vortech-nozzle-for-mp60-wetside\"\u003eVortech Nozzle for MP60 Wetside\u003c\/a\u003e — inspect while the wet side is out of the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"EcoTech Marine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293349364003,"sku":"MP314","price":36.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/mp314_1760592521_thumb_6defe85e-0a29-4d6d-8cd0-b69e471957f8.jpg?v=1783215991","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/vortech-mp60-foam-guards-pack-of-2","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}