Aquavitro Intake Screen 17mm (10cm Long)

Description

Aquavitro Intake Screen 17mm (10cm Long) — Premium Stainless Steel Mesh Guard for Aquarium Inflows

The Aquavitro Intake Screen 17mm (SKU: 725101-7678) is an essential filtration safeguard engineered to protect delicate livestock from being drawn into filter intakes. Constructed with fine surgical-grade stainless steel mesh and a precision-moulded fitting, this intake guard slips seamlessly onto standard 17mm outer diameter (16/22mm tubed) glass or metal lily pipe filter intakes.
Its fine mesh structure prevents clogging from debris, resists biofilm buildup, and securely fits 17mm intake pipes, making it an essential addition to shrimp tanks, breeder setups, and planted aquariums.

This Intake Screen is a durable, surgical-grade stainless steel pre-filter designed to protect shrimp, fry, and small fish from being sucked into filter intakes while maintaining strong water flow.
Measuring 10cm in length, the expanded surface area prevents flow restriction while effectively blocking small freshwater dwarf shrimp, nano fish, fry, and large debris from entering canister filters. It provides peace of mind for planted aquascapes, shrimp breeding systems, and delicate display aquariums without degrading pump turnover rates.

Usage & Application

When to Use

• Shrimp & Nano Aquariums: Essential for protecting juvenile Caridina/Neocaridina shrimp and small fry from suction injuries.

• Planted Tanks: Keeps plant leaves and substrate particles from clogging intake pipes and filter impellers.

Placement & Installation Guide

• Slide the flexible elastomeric collar of the intake screen over the bottom opening of any 17mm filter inlet pipe until secure.

• Periodically clear accumulated plant debris or detritus from the mesh surface using a soft toothbrush during routine water changes.

Product Specifications & Highlights

Key Features

• Ultra-Fine Stainless Mesh: Prevents tiny shrimp hatchlings and fry from slipping into canister filtration paths.

• High Flow Surface Area: 10cm length spreads suction over a wider area to prevent water flow bottlenecking.

• Corrosion-Resistant Steel: High-durability mesh construction will not leach metals or degrade in fresh or brackish setups.

• Precision 17mm Fit: Fits standard 16/22mm hose system intakes, glass lily pipes, and stainless inlet tubes.

Product Details

• Brand: Aquavitro (by Seachem)

• SKU: 725101-7678

• Barcode (GTIN/UPC): 000116076784

• Product Type: Filter Accessories > Intake Guards

• Package Dimensions: 140 mm (L) × 50 mm (W) × 30 mm (H)

• Gross Package Weight: 65 g

• Guard Length: 100 mm (10 cm)

• Connection Diameter: 17 mm (Fits 16/22mm tubing systems)

• Mesh Material: Surgical Stainless Steel Mesh