{"product_id":"icecap-algae-scrubber-pro-small","title":"IceCap Algae Scrubber Pro, Small","description":"\u003ch2 data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003eIceCap Small PRO Internal In-Sump Algae Turf Scrubber (IC-AGS-100PRO)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe IceCap \u003cb\u003eSmall PRO In-Sump Algae Turf Scrubber\u003c\/b\u003e (SKU: IC-AGS-100PRO) is an authentic, original factory-spec natural biological filtration chamber distributed by CoralVue to provide aggressive nutrient web-capture on marine reef systems up to 100 gallons. In standard aquarium environments, floating fish waste, organic byproducts, and decaying foods lead to a persistent accumulation of inorganic nitrates and orthophosphates. Rather than utilizing chemical resins, synthetic media blocks, or carbon dosing systems that can destabilize delicate biological lines, the IC-AGS-100PRO harnesses natural photosynthesis. By providing a highly illuminated, oxygen-rich localized growth matrix, it isolates nuisance hair and film algae inside the reactor box rather than over your display coral rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOperation is self-contained and highly efficient. The included heavy-duty IceCap EVO-1000 utility pump sits submerged next to the scrubber base, lifting raw water straight into the internal spray bar manifold. This water cascades smoothly down an optimized 8.5 by 6-inch laser-roughened growing mesh screen. As the water sheets over the grid, it is blasted from both sides by integrated full-spectrum pink\/red grow lights. The growing algae acts like an organic sponge, locking up unwanted dissolved nutrients inside its biomass. Scraping the sheet clean every 1 to 3 weeks permanently removes these bound pollutants from your system loop, reducing your dependency on intensive, time-consuming water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMitigates Daily pH Fluctuations:\u003c\/b\u003e When programmed to run on a reverse photoperiod opposite your display lights, the algae's overnight photosynthesis consumes carbon dioxide, preventing morning pH drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavily Textured Grow Grid Mesh:\u003c\/b\u003e Custom laser-scored surface profile provides an optimized anchoring foundation for hair algae filaments to grip, resisting washouts under high flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMulti-Directional Input Controls:\u003c\/b\u003e Outfitted with a high-flow multi-stage inlet ball valve assembly to perfectly govern water sheet consistency across the screen faceplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNote: This internal system is designed for submerged deployment inside a sump chamber only. It includes the heavy cell-cast acrylic reactor housing, internal mesh grid, dual 7W LED strips, 24V DC power transformer, and an EVO-1000 feed pump.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVerified System Performance Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTarget Aquarium Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e Explicitly rated to manage biological waste profiles on standalone setups up to \u003cb\u003e100 Gallons\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IceCap","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50483988529400,"sku":"IC-AGS-1INTPRO","price":311.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/6909\/5160\/files\/a127040fe24caf9455490dafbb7c5b4b.jpg?v=1789092608","url":"https:\/\/www.blueearthaquariums.com\/products\/icecap-algae-scrubber-pro-small","provider":"Blue Earth Corals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}