Database

Equipment

Filters, lights, pumps, heaters and CO₂ systems with specs and suitable tank ranges.

Activated Carbon

A chemical filtration media that removes dissolved organic compounds, medications, and yellowing agents from water. Used in canister filters, hang-on-back filters, and media reactors.

Pump

Air Pump

Drives sponge filters, air stones and surface agitation. Useful for emergency oxygenation.

Other

Air Stone

Creates fine bubbles for oxygenation and gentle surface movement. Cheap insurance for emergencies.

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Other

Algae Scraper

Magnetic or handheld tool for removing algae from aquarium glass. Keeps viewing panels clean.

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Other

Aquarium Chiller

A thermoelectric or compressor-based cooling device that maintains stable water temperature. Essential for marine tanks in warm climates and for temperature-sensitive species.

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Other

Aquarium Cooling Fan

A clip-on fan that cools water through evaporation. A cheaper alternative to a chiller for maintaining temperature in warm climates, though it increases evaporation.

Substrate

Aquarium Gravel

Inert gravel for freshwater tanks. Rinse thoroughly before use; depth of 2–5 cm suits most planted tanks.

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Substrate

Aquarium Soil Substrate

Active buffering substrates like ADA Amazonia, Tropica Soil, or Controsoil that lower pH and provide nutrients for planted tanks. Essential for soft-water plant setups.

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Test Kit

Aquarium Thermometer

A simple device for monitoring water temperature. Available as digital stick-on, glass, or digital probe types. Essential for maintaining stable conditions for tropical fish.

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Substrate

Aquasoil Substrate

Active substrate that lowers pH and provides nutrients for planted tanks. Essential for high-tech aquascaping.

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Other

Auto Top-Off System

Automatically replenishes evaporated water with fresh or RO/DI water. Maintains stable salinity in marine tanks and stable water level in freshwater tanks.

Other

Automatic Fish Feeder

Dispenses dry food on a timer while you are away. Choose one with a reliable mechanism and dry pellets.

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Other

Automatic Water Change System

Automates regular partial water changes by slowly draining and refilling water on a schedule. Reduces manual maintenance and maintains stable parameters.

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CO₂ System

CO2 Diffuser

Essential component for dissolving CO2 into aquarium water

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CO₂ System

CO2 Drop Checker

Visual indicator of CO2 levels in aquarium water

CO₂ System

CO₂ Cylinder

Pressurized container feeding CO₂ through a regulator into the planted tank. The reliable heart of a high-tech setup.

CO₂ System

CO₂ Regulator Kit

Regulates CO₂ from a cylinder into your planted tank via diffuser or inline reactor.

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Other

Calcium Reactor

Dissolves calcium carbonate media to maintain calcium and alkalinity levels in reef tanks. Essential for demanding SPS coral systems with high calcium consumption.

Filter

Canister Filter

An external filter with high media capacity and flexible hose routing. Best for medium to large planted tanks.

Pump

Circulation Pump (Powerhead)

Provides water movement inside the tank. Essential for reef tanks and high-flow freshwater setups.

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Other

Dechlorinator

A water conditioner that neutralizes chlorine, chloramine, and heavy metals from tap water. Essential for every water change to protect fish and beneficial bacteria.

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Heater

Digital Heater

Precision digital aquarium heater with electronic thermostat. More accurate than traditional heaters.

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Test Kit

Digital pH Meter

A handheld electronic device for precise pH measurement. More accurate than test kits but requires regular calibration and proper storage to maintain accuracy.

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Pump

Dosing Pump

Programmable pump for automatic dosing of supplements, additives, or two-part solutions. Essential for reef tanks.

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Other

Filter Floss

A fine polyester padding used as mechanical filtration media to trap fine particles and polish water clarity. Placed as the final stage in canister or sump filtration.

Other

Flake Fish Food

The classic dry staple for community tanks. Feed only what fish eat in 2 minutes, once or twice daily.

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Other

Gravel Vacuum

A siphon tool used to remove debris and waste from substrate during water changes. Essential for maintaining clean gravel and preventing anaerobic pockets.

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Filter

Hang-On-Back Filter

A simple filter that hangs on the tank rim. Ideal for small to medium freshwater tanks.

Filter

Internal Filter

A compact submersible filter that sits inside the tank. Good for small aquariums.

Light

LED Aquarium Light

Energy-efficient lighting. For planted tanks, choose a fixture with full-spectrum LEDs and adjustable intensity.

Test Kit

Master Test Kit

Liquid test kit for pH, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate. Essential for cycling and maintenance.

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Other

Media Reactor

A chamber that forces water through filter media (carbon, GFO, biopellets) for enhanced chemical or biological filtration. Used in sump systems for advanced nutrient control.

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Test Kit

PAR Meter

Measures Photosynthetically Active Radiation (PAR) to quantify light intensity for corals and plants. The most accurate way to compare and set aquarium lighting.

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Light

Planted LED Light

Full-spectrum LED light designed for planted aquariums. Provides optimal wavelengths for plant growth.

Other

Protein Skimmer

Removes dissolved organic waste from marine tanks via foam fractionation. Essential for reef systems.

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RO/DI Water Filter

Produces pure water for mixing salt or topping off. Removes silicate, nitrate and heavy metals.

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Light

Reef LED Light

High-output LED light designed for reef corals. Provides blue and white spectrum for coral growth and coloration.

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Test Kit

Refractometer

Measures water salinity by refracting light through a sample. More accurate and easier to use than hydrometers. Essential for marine aquarium keeping.

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Pump

Return Pump

A submersible or external pump that returns filtered water from a sump back to the main tank. Critical component of sump-based filtration systems.

Filter

Sponge Filter

An air-driven filter with a sponge media. Perfect for breeding tanks and shrimp setups.

Heater

Submersible Heater

Thermostatically controlled heating for tropical tanks. Choose roughly 1 watt per liter of water.

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Light

T5 Fluorescent Light

Traditional fluorescent lighting popular for reef and planted tanks

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Test Kit

TDS Meter

Measures Total Dissolved Solids in water, indicating overall water purity. Essential for RO/DI systems, shrimp keeping, and monitoring mineral content in planted tanks.

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Other

UV Sterilizer

Passes aquarium water through UV light to kill parasites, bacteria, and algae spores. Effective against ich, velvet, and free-floating algae. Size determines kill rate.

Test Kit

Water Test Strips

Dip-and-read strips for quick multi-parameter checks. Great for weekly monitoring; confirm results with liquid kits.

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Pump

Wave Maker

A submersible pump that creates oscillating water movement, simulating natural wave action. Essential for reef tanks to provide adequate flow for corals.

Equipment

Activated Carbon

Air Pump

Air Stone

Algae Scraper

Aquarium Chiller

Aquarium Cooling Fan

Aquarium Gravel

Aquarium Soil Substrate

Aquarium Thermometer

Aquasoil Substrate

Auto Top-Off System

Automatic Fish Feeder

Automatic Water Change System

CO2 Diffuser

CO2 Drop Checker

CO₂ Cylinder

CO₂ Regulator Kit

Calcium Reactor

Canister Filter

Circulation Pump (Powerhead)

Dechlorinator

Digital Heater

Digital pH Meter

Dosing Pump

Filter Floss

Flake Fish Food

Gravel Vacuum

Hang-On-Back Filter

Internal Filter

LED Aquarium Light

Master Test Kit

Media Reactor

PAR Meter

Planted LED Light

Protein Skimmer

RO/DI Water Filter

Reef LED Light

Refractometer

Return Pump

Sponge Filter

Submersible Heater

T5 Fluorescent Light

TDS Meter

UV Sterilizer

Water Test Strips

Wave Maker

Cookie Preferences

Equipment

Activated Carbon

Air Pump

Air Stone

Algae Scraper

Aquarium Chiller

Aquarium Cooling Fan

Aquarium Gravel

Aquarium Soil Substrate

Aquarium Thermometer

Aquasoil Substrate

Auto Top-Off System

Automatic Fish Feeder

Automatic Water Change System

CO2 Diffuser

CO2 Drop Checker

CO₂ Cylinder

CO₂ Regulator Kit

Calcium Reactor

Canister Filter

Circulation Pump (Powerhead)

Dechlorinator

Digital Heater

Digital pH Meter

Dosing Pump

Filter Floss

Flake Fish Food

Gravel Vacuum

Hang-On-Back Filter

Internal Filter

LED Aquarium Light

Master Test Kit