{"product_id":"marina-long-air-stones","title":"Marina Long Air Stones","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.asd{font-size:0.98em;line-height:1.5;}\n.asd h3{margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;}\n.asd-cross{margin:0 0 14px;}\n.asd ul{margin:6px 0;padding-left:20px;}\n.asd li{margin:4px 0;}\ntable.asd-cmp{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:6px 0;font-size:0.95em;}\ntable.asd-cmp th,table.asd-cmp td{border:1px solid #ddd;padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;}\ntable.asd-cmp thead th{background:#666;color:#fff;}\ntable.asd-cmp th[scope=\"row\"]{background:#f6f6f6;font-weight:600;}\n.asd-faq summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;padding:8px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;}\n.asd-faq p{margin:8px 0 12px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"asd\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMarina Long Air Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e turns the output of any aquarium air pump into a steady curtain of fine bubbles. Its long bar shape spreads bubbles across a wider area than a round stone, boosting oxygen exchange, driving gentle water circulation, and adding a lively decorative streamer to the tank. Safe for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. Available in 4 inch and 12 inch lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"asd-cross\"\u003eAn air stone needs an air pump and airline tubing to run. Browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/air-pumps-accessories\"\u003eair pumps and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e or grab a length of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/aquatop-at4par-premium-clear-airline-tubing-13ft\"\u003epremium airline tubing\u003c\/a\u003e at Squeaky's Aquatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOxygenates.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fine bubble curtain increases surface agitation and gas exchange, raising dissolved oxygen for fish and beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCirculates.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rising bubbles pull water upward and keep the tank gently moving, reducing dead spots and surface film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorates.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright wall of bubbles adds movement and a professional look to any display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuns air-driven gear.\u003c\/strong\u003e Powers sponge filters, bubble ornaments, and under-gravel filters from the same air pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"asd-cmp\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e4 inch (10 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e12 inch (30 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBubble spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocused single streamer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide, full-length bubble wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNano and mid-size tanks, sponge filters, single accent stream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLonger or larger tanks, back-wall bubble curtains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA970\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA974\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the stone to airline tubing running from your air pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the pump sits below the water line, add a check valve to stop back-siphoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak a new stone in water for a few minutes before use to clear trapped dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTune the bubble output with an air pump that has a flow dial or an inline air valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"asd-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need an air pump to use this?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. An air stone does not make bubbles on its own. It attaches to airline tubing from an air pump, which supplies the air that becomes the bubble stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"asd-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it in a saltwater tank?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The box states it is safe for both fresh and salt water aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"asd-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eThe bubbles got bigger and uneven over time. Why?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eMineral deposits and debris gradually clog the stone's pores. Soak it in a vinegar solution and rinse, or simply swap in a fresh stone to restore a fine bubble curtain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"asd-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich size should I pick?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the 4 inch for most tanks, sponge filters, or a single accent stream. Choose the 12 inch when you want a wide bubble wall along the back of a longer or larger aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marina","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":48927164727515,"sku":"A970","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\"","offer_id":48927164760283,"sku":"A974","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_c8f6bea0-7b46-4ab3-8785-dccf73a57395.png?v=1782918879","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/marina-long-air-stones","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}