Magfeeder

[MarkW19]

http://www.magfeeder.com/products.html

Have you guys seen these? Looks a great idea...

Just concerned about the magnet (metal) being in my tank?

 

[RogerMcAllen]

As a matter of fact, that is one of our sponsor's products. I don't think metal in your tank should be a problem, I think that it is encased in plastic.

 

[fishfreek]

It will have no negligable effect just like the magnetic algae cleaners.

 

[MarkW19]

Cool, 2 on order!

 

[BillyZ]

and I believe magnets aren't, technically, a metal. A true magnet anyway. Metals can be made into magnets, sure, but a true magnet I think is a feros mineral? Am I completely off my rocker?

 

[MagFeeder]

Thanks for your order Mark! They got shipped today.
And yes, they are enclosed in cases. Everything that is exposed is made of plastic.

Enjoy!
Pat

 

[MarkW19]

Fantastic - cheers Pat! When should I expect them?

BTW, would it be possible to paint them blue with some sort of aquarium-safe paint?

 

[MagFeeder]

USPS says it should get to you in the UK in 4 - 7 days. Hopefully, it turns out to be just 4.

Not sure about painting it... but I hear you about the color

Cheers!

 

[MarkW19]

Hehe

 

[Gatorfreak]

Looking at many tank shots in the galleries, I've seen this clip in quite a few people's tanks.

 

[Atari]

What is the material on the outside magnet that would be in contact with the glass? Its probably just the pic but it looks a bit abrasive.

 

[MarkW19]

I was wondering this - when you're positioning the clip by sliding the magnet down the outside of the glass, could the glass not get scratched??

 

[MagFeeder]

There is a very soft fabric applied to each of the cases. It is safe on both acrylic and glass.

Thanks for your interest!

Pat

 

[Bang Guy]

but a true magnet I think is a feros mineral? Am I completely off my rocker?

Just fyi - Ferrous = Contains Iron