{"product_id":"red-sea-desktop-ato","title":"Red Sea Desktop ATO","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Red Sea Desktop ATO (Auto Top-Off) is a compact, easy-to-install auto top-off system designed for the Red Sea Max Desktop aquarium and other nano reef setups. It automatically replaces evaporated water to keep your tank's salinity and water level stable — no more daily top-ups, no more stressed livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more aquarium equipment? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEquipment Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAutomatically maintains a consistent water level\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeeps salinity stable — critical for reef tank health\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDirect fit for the Red Sea Max Desktop aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptical sensor detects water level accurately without moving parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompact footprint — fits in the filtration compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReduces daily maintenance workload\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRed Sea\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDesktop ATO (Auto Top-Off)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOptical\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSaltwater reef and freshwater nano aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRed Sea Max Desktop aquarium (direct fit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e730773443192\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eR44319\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an ATO and why do I need one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Auto Top-Off system replaces water that evaporates from your aquarium. This is especially important for saltwater tanks because salinity rises as water evaporates — a stable water level means stable salinity and happier livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this only for the Red Sea Max Desktop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a direct fit for the Max Desktop, but the optical sensor and compact design let it work with many small reef and freshwater tanks. You'll need a reservoir for top-off water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the optical sensor work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sensor uses light refraction to detect water level — no moving float, nothing to jam or fail mechanically. It triggers the pump when evaporation drops the level below the set point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a separate pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the included components — the Desktop ATO system typically includes a small top-off pump. Confirm contents with your specific model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Red Sea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48266661232859,"sku":"R44319","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/Desktop-ATO-and-Box-1000x1000__93937.jpg?v=1771172818","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/red-sea-desktop-ato","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}