Glassware Question

[Huro]

Hello all,

So I am thinking about purchasing lily pipes to use with my Fluval 406 on my rimmed 55g. While researching I came Cal Aqua Labs Efflux f3 (17mm) and Influx X3 (17mm) and I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with these products. As I understand it these are made with a very durable glass unlike other brands which I have read seem to break quite easily. I am also curious if there are comparable brands that can be purchased here in the US so that I might save a little money on shipping rates.

 

[AlexS]

ADA makes good quality lily pipes, I'm not sure if they are available in the states but I would think that they are since it's a big company.

 

[Huro]

Is ADA using stronger material now in there Lily pipes? I ask because I have read several posts that state although high quality they are very fragile and tend to break during maintenance cleaning.

 

[mfdrookie516]

Seems like fort used acrylic because the glass are so fragile. I never used any, but if acrylic is available, that would seem to me like the best option for the long term

 

[Huro]

Thanks I will look into it

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[Billbug68]

ADA and a few other companies make stainless steel sets, as well. If you're worried about breaking them. I have the glass cal aqua set, and they are pretty good. As long as you don't drop them or anything like that, there is no worries.

 

[Huro]

Good to know, thanks for the help

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