Tunze Magnet Scraper Thingy

[Myka]

I don't like these scrapers. I prefer the Algae Free attachments on a cheap Mag Float.

[The Guy]

Originally Posted by Myka

I don't like these scrapers. I prefer the Algae Free attachments on a cheap Mag Float.

I too am not a big fan, I find the magnet weak, the only thing I use it for is cleaning along the sand line, I use a mag float cleaner for the main glass area. Tunzie make great pumps, ATO's etc. but glass cleaners well not so much IMO.

[mike31154]

I buy good stuff, I buy cheap stuff. As a result of some (not all) cheap stuff purchases, I end up with spare, broken parts. Occasionally the strategy pays off & I come up with an idea that actually works pretty well. Here it is, my magfloat/broken scraper frankencleaner thingy. I have an unmodified mag float that I use most of the time, this thing is used every so often & works very well in the corners!



So, yeah, I think I can take a pass on the Tunze thingy for the time being.

[Aquattro]

Still loving the Tunze!

[RMC]

Had the nano version of the tunze for my Red Sea 130 (34 gal) and didn't like it. The magnet wasn't strong enough. It did an OK job of getting film off the glass, not much else. Other than working at the sand line, the mag float cleans with greater efficiency.

With my new tank, 5/8" glass, I decided to give the full size strong version a go. Tunze is not kidding when they claim 'strong'! This thing will crush a finger if it got inbtween the magnets. It cleans very well and doesn't pick up sand, enough bite to clean tough build up.

A little pricey, but it works!

[GoFish]

Has anyone that has either the Long or Strong version that come with the metal blade kept the metal blade piece in the water for an extended period of time? Im assuming even though they're stainless they will rust over time just wondering how long they're good submerged for.

[Bblinks]

Originally Posted by Vancity

Has anyone that has either the Long or Strong version that come with the metal blade kept the metal blade piece in the water for an extended period of time? Im assuming even though they're stainless they will rust over time just wondering how long they're good submerged for.

It been in there for 5 months now and no rust at all, I was thoroughly impressed as the other one I used on the magfloat will not last a week before it starts to rust.