{"product_id":"fluval-add-on-surface-skimmers","title":"Fluval AC Series Add-On Surface Skimmers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFluval AquaClear Add-On Surface Skimmer\u003c\/strong\u003e attaches to your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-aquaclear-ac-series-aquarium-filters\"\u003eAquaClear (AC) power filter\u003c\/a\u003e and pulls water from the very top of the tank, clearing away the oily organic film that collects on the surface. Removing that film lets oxygen exchange freely and light reach your plants and corals, so the water looks cleaner and stays healthier. It works on both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Choose the version that matches your filter size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skimmer clips onto the AquaClear intake and adds a floating surface-draw tube. As the filter runs, it skims the top layer of water first, so surface scum, protein film, and floating debris get pulled into the filter instead of building up on top. The result is better gas exchange, brighter light penetration, and a clear, glassy surface, which is especially helpful in planted tanks and heavily fed setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eVersion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eFits filters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eAquarium range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFor AC20 \/ AC30 \/ AC50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear 20, 30, and 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 to 50 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFor AC70 \/ AC110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear 70 and 110\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e40 to 110 gallons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves the oily organic film from the water surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases oxygen exchange at the surface for healthier fish and plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves light penetration and surface clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClips directly onto the AquaClear filter intake, no tools needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable surface draw as the water level changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in freshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear Add-On Surface Skimmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSurface skimming, removes organic film and boosts oxygen exchange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAquaClear power filters, AC20 to AC110 (choose your version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eClips onto the AquaClear filter intake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;background:#f6f6f6;padding:6px 10px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFluval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-aquaclear-ac-series-aquarium-filters\"\u003eAquaClear \/ Fluval power filters\u003c\/a\u003e, the filters this skimmer attaches to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-biofoam-filter-insert\"\u003eAquaClear BioFoam\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-ac50-active-carbon-insert\"\u003eActivated Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e replacement media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/filter-media-cartridges\"\u003eFilter Media \u0026amp; Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e, everything to keep your AquaClear running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich version do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e Match it to your filter: the AC20\/AC30\/AC50 version fits those three models, and the AC70\/AC110 version fits the two larger filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a surface skimmer do?\u003c\/strong\u003e It clears the oily film that forms on the water surface, which improves oxygen exchange, light penetration, and overall clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need one for a planted tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e It helps a lot. Surface film blocks light and gas exchange, so skimming the surface keeps planted tanks brighter and better oxygenated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It improves surface gas exchange in freshwater and marine tanks alike, though dedicated reef systems often use a protein skimmer as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"For AC20\/AC30\/AC50","offer_id":48910780694747,"sku":"19680","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"For AC70\/AC110","offer_id":48910780727515,"sku":"19682","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_22619898-da86-43ce-beab-21452c27279e.jpg?v=1782479784","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/fluval-add-on-surface-skimmers","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}