{"product_id":"eheim-quick-vac-pro-battery-powered-automatic-gravel-cleaner","title":"Eheim Quick Vac Pro","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEheim Quick Vac Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is a battery-powered automatic gravel cleaner that lifts debris and detritus from the substrate without removing water or running a hose. Drop it in, switch it on, and let the internal filter cartridge trap the gunk while you go about your day. Works equally well in freshwater and saltwater tanks, and is far less messy than a traditional siphon-style vacuum. Browse all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/cleaners\"\u003eaquarium cleaning tools\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003emaintenance \u0026amp; water care\u003c\/a\u003e supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Aquarists Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo water loss\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlike a siphon, the Quick Vac Pro returns filtered water back to the tank. No bucket, no water-change setup required for routine debris cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery powered\u003c\/strong\u003e — runs on 4 D-cell batteries (not included). No cords, no pumps, no wet outlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable filter cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — captures detritus during use; rinse and reuse, or replace as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFW \u0026amp; SW compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — safe for use in any aquarium type, planted tanks, and reef tanks alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eErgonomic shape\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable to operate one-handed; easy to maneuver between rocks, plants, and aquascape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall 4 D-cell batteries in the handle (not included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmerge the suction head into the tank and turn on. The internal impeller pulls water and substrate debris up through the filter cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly move the head across the gravel\/sand bed, hovering just above the substrate so debris is pulled up while heavier substrate stays put.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the filter cartridge between uses; replace when discolored or worn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;width:42%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eEheim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eQuick Vac Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBattery-powered automatic gravel cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4× D-cell batteries (not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMin Water Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e6 in (152 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eVacuum unit + reusable filter cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lees-squeeze-bulb-siphon-starter-aquarium\"\u003eLee's Squeeze-Bulb Siphon Starter\u003c\/a\u003e — for traditional water-change vacuuming when you want to remove water at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/cleaners\"\u003eAll aquarium cleaning tools\u003c\/a\u003e — algae scrapers, magnet cleaners, brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003eMaintenance \u0026amp; water care\u003c\/a\u003e — conditioners, test kits, bacterial supplements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/eheim\"\u003eAll Eheim products\u003c\/a\u003e — filters, heaters, and aquarium accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace a regular water change?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo — the Quick Vac Pro is a debris cleanup tool. It removes solid waste from the substrate without removing water, so it's perfect between water changes. You'll still need to do regular partial water changes (usually 10–25% weekly) to manage dissolved nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it suck up sand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA small amount of fine sand may be drawn up but the unit is designed to leave most of the substrate behind. Hover the head slightly above the sand bed rather than pressing it directly into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat batteries does it take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n4 standard D-cell batteries (not included). Alkaline D batteries are fine; rechargeable D NiMH cells also work well for frequent users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in a reef tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — the housing and impeller are saltwater safe. Rinse thoroughly in fresh water after use to prevent salt creep.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eheim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48789887451355,"sku":"3531090","price":73.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/EHM35021-2.jpg?v=1779217104","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/eheim-quick-vac-pro-battery-powered-automatic-gravel-cleaner","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}