Best algae-scraper Magnet?

flamehawkfish · 02/22/2011, 10:33 AM

hi All

This is kind of a dull question, but what algae scraper magnet do you use? I've used the cheap MagFloat ones, and they always wear down.

I'd be willing to spend a bit more for a nicer one (Piranha?), but is it really worth it? Do they last? Also, what do you think of the 'Mag-Flip' with scraper magnet? I constantly see them on sale, and wonder why they're always 50% off...

Please let me know.

Flame

redfishblewfish · 02/22/2011, 11:49 AM

I like MagFloats with a scraper attached. I have the Reef Gadget attached to mine. And by the way, for a couple bucks, you can buy replacement pads for your Mag Float. I replace mine about every 2 - 3 years.

HERE is the replacement pads for the 350 Mag I have.

Dyraxe · 02/22/2011, 12:31 PM

What scraper is that?

psusocr · 02/22/2011, 12:39 PM

x2 also

goetzc · 02/22/2011, 12:46 PM

I use/love the algae free magnets. They are super strong and float well.
The magfloats work ok, but are not nearly as strong as the algae free.

I have a 120g with 1/2" glass and the hammerhead is perfect for me. The tiger shark is hard to move for cleaning but works awesome for holding up frag racks or quarantine boxes.

I especially love the easy blade razor attachment I put on my hammerhead magnet.

BRS has some of the best prices I've seen on these:
http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/...glass-cleaners

cakemanPA · 02/22/2011, 01:12 PM

I use an algae free on my acrylic tanks. I used mag floats on my glass tank with mixed results until I attached the blade attachment. The magflip was a waste of money IMO

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Korrine · 02/22/2011, 01:17 PM

mag float is great for plain algae, but doesn't cut it on coralline by its self.

sasharotty · 02/22/2011, 05:03 PM

Algae free line

detroit_fan · 02/22/2011, 11:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goetzc

I use/love the algae free magnets. They are super strong and float well.
The magfloats work ok, but are not nearly as strong as the algae free.

Same here, the algae free ones work much better than any of the mag floats i've had

gldnegle76 · 02/23/2011, 11:07 AM

Anyone use an easy blade Junior with a mag float 125?

ms0099rg · 02/23/2011, 01:01 PM

What are you using on acrylic tanks?

Crusinjimbo · 02/23/2011, 01:49 PM

Credit cards

rkaires · 02/23/2011, 08:06 PM

http://mightymagnets.com/

They have a algae dozer scraper pad that scrape off coralline algae easily from Acrylic or Glass.

02/22/2011, 10:33 AM	#1
flamehawkfish Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Marin County, CA Posts: 573	Best algae-scraper Magnet? hi All This is kind of a dull question, but what algae scraper magnet do you use? I've used the cheap MagFloat ones, and they always wear down. I'd be willing to spend a bit more for a nicer one (Piranha?), but is it really worth it? Do they last? Also, what do you think of the 'Mag-Flip' with scraper magnet? I constantly see them on sale, and wonder why they're always 50% off... Please let me know. Flame

02/22/2011, 12:39 PM	#4
psusocr Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NEPA Posts: 1,080	x2 also __________________ -BN- Current Tank Info: Custom 300 in-wall mixed reef, SRO Diablo DCRS EXT 250 Skimmer ,LED's with 6' VHO Actinics, Custom fuge, (2)Tunze 6105's (2)Tunze 6095's on Tunze 7095 controller, MRC CR-4 Dual, ATO & Aquacontroller III

02/22/2011, 01:17 PM	#7
Korrine You could get a ticket!! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Upper midwest Posts: 4,288 Blog Entries: 1	mag float is great for plain algae, but doesn't cut it on coralline by its self. __________________ Try to keep in mind that we are all human...mistakes do happen! Be kinder than necessary because every one you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Current Tank Info: 40 breeder - started 9/2011 - platinum perc and sanjay's black photon clownfishes; sps and lps, and soft corals; 250w MH, 20 long sump w Bubble Magus Nac 3.5 skimmer 12g nano cube -serpent star, mini carpet anemones, w 6 sexy shrimp, 150w MH, maxi je

02/22/2011, 05:03 PM	#8
sasharotty Moved on to my couch Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: se michigan Posts: 1,065	Algae free line __________________ Go big or go home!!!! Current Tank Info: Just loungin

02/23/2011, 08:06 PM	#13
rkaires Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Dingmans Ferry, PA Posts: 1,083	http://mightymagnets.com/ They have a algae dozer scraper pad that scrape off coralline algae easily from Acrylic or Glass. __________________ Bob Current Tank Info: 200gal system, 150gal & 58gal reef, ATI Powermodule & Sunpower , ATB Deluxe skimmer, KZ zeo reactor, Geo 618, FX1500 return, Tunze 7095, Tunze Streams.

02/22/2011, 11:49 AM	#2
redfishblewfish Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central New Jersey Posts: 716	I like MagFloats with a scraper attached. I have the Reef Gadget attached to mine. And by the way, for a couple bucks, you can buy replacement pads for your Mag Float. I replace mine about every 2 - 3 years. HERE is the replacement pads for the 350 Mag I have.

02/22/2011, 12:31 PM	#3
Dyraxe Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 1,606	What scraper is that?

02/22/2011, 12:46 PM	#5
goetzc Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Chanhassen, MN Posts: 141	I use/love the algae free magnets. They are super strong and float well. The magfloats work ok, but are not nearly as strong as the algae free. I have a 120g with 1/2" glass and the hammerhead is perfect for me. The tiger shark is hard to move for cleaning but works awesome for holding up frag racks or quarantine boxes. I especially love the easy blade razor attachment I put on my hammerhead magnet. BRS has some of the best prices I've seen on these: http://www.bulkreefsupply.com/store/...glass-cleaners

02/22/2011, 01:12 PM	#6
cakemanPA Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hummelstown, PA Posts: 2,353	I use an algae free on my acrylic tanks. I used mag floats on my glass tank with mixed results until I attached the blade attachment. The magflip was a waste of money IMO Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02/23/2011, 11:07 AM	#10
gldnegle76 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Madison, MS Posts: 517	Anyone use an easy blade Junior with a mag float 125?

02/23/2011, 01:01 PM	#11
ms0099rg Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Westchester,IL Posts: 92	What are you using on acrylic tanks?

02/23/2011, 01:49 PM	#12
Crusinjimbo Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel FL Posts: 751	Credit cards

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