{"product_id":"niche3d-urchin-wide-flow-pump-guard-mp10","title":"Niche3D Urchin Wide Flow Pump Guard for VorTech MP10","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNiche3D Urchin Wide Flow Pump Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e is a drop-in upgrade cover for the EcoTech VorTech MP10 QuietDrive that reshapes the pump's output. Angled vanes push the flow outward into a wider, more diffuse pattern, and opened-up side gaps ease the return path for a gentler undertow, so you get broader coverage with less of the harsh, focused blast, and none of it costs you pump performance, power draw, or noise. The solid outer ring also fully encases the propeller, keeping curious fish, shrimp, and anemones out of harm's way. It is 3D printed in the USA from 100 percent reef-safe, non-toxic plastic that will not corrode or leach, and it swaps onto the wet side in seconds. Pair it with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/vortech-mp10mqd-quietdrive-propeller-pump\"\u003eVorTech MP10 QuietDrive pump\u003c\/a\u003e or a spare \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ecotech-vortech-mp10-wet-side-assembly\"\u003eMP10 wet-side assembly\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Upgrade the Cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWider, softer flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outward-angled output spreads the stream across more of the tank and tames dead spots without a second pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentler undertow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger side openings lower resistance on the return side for smoother circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLivestock protection.\u003c\/strong\u003e A solid ring encloses the prop so anemones, shrimp, and small fish cannot get pulled in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero penalty.\u003c\/strong\u003e No change to flow rate, power consumption, or sound level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeconds to install, easy to clean.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pop off the stock cover, press on the Urchin, done.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D printed from reef-safe, corrosion-proof plastic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower down the pump, lift the wet side off the glass, remove the stock wet-side cover, and seat the Urchin guard in its place. Reattach the wet side to the dry side, power up, and adjust your ReefBeat flow mode to taste. Rinse the guard in tank water during routine cleaning; it pulls off as easily as it goes on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 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;margin:8px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eNiche3D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eEcoTech Marine VorTech MP10 QuietDrive (MP10wQD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e34 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight from tank wall\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e53.25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eReef-safe, non-toxic 3D-printed plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e1 x MP10 Urchin Wide Flow Pump Guard (pump not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSaltwater, reef, and freshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 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\/vortech-mp10mqd-quietdrive-propeller-pump\"\u003eEcoTech VorTech MP10 QuietDrive\u003c\/a\u003e, the pump this guard fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ecotech-vortech-mp10-wet-side-assembly\"\u003eEcoTech VorTech MP10 Wet-Side Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e to keep a spare wet side on hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/ecotech-vortech-battery-backup\"\u003eEcoTech VorTech Battery Backup\u003c\/a\u003e for outage protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/salt-water\"\u003esaltwater supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit older MP10 models?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for the MP10 QuietDrive (MP10wQD) wet side. If you run an earlier MP10, check your wet-side generation before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it reduce my flow?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It redirects and diffuses the output but does not restrict the pump, so performance and power draw stay the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for anemones?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Keeping anemones and mobile inverts out of the propeller is one of the main reasons to fit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the pump included?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. This is the cover only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niche3D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49312301809883,"sku":"212345","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/212345-niche3d-wideflowmp10-cover-le.jpg?v=1789489586","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/niche3d-urchin-wide-flow-pump-guard-mp10","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}