{"product_id":"sicce-pump-clean","title":"Sicce Pump Clean","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring your pumps back to like-new flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sicce Pump Clean is a pure powder citric acid descaler that dissolves the calcium, limescale, and mineral buildup that slows aquarium pumps, powerheads, impellers, and filter parts over time. A regular soak keeps your equipment quiet, efficient, and moving water at full flow, which means a longer service life and lower running costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works on both freshwater and saltwater gear. Pair it with the pumps and filters we carry, like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/sicce-syncra-controllable-dc-pump\"\u003eSicce Syncra DC pump\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/sicce-whale-canister-filter\"\u003eWhale canister filter\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/cleaners\"\u003eaquarium cleaning supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the citric acid powder in warm water. A few tablespoons per quart is a good starting point for heavy buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake apart the pump or powerhead and place the impeller and housing in the solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak for 1 to 3 hours, longer for stubborn scale, until the deposits dissolve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse every part thoroughly with clean fresh water before returning it to the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 900 gram jar covers many cleanings. The same powder also works as a general descaler around the house, on kettles and coffee makers.\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;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure powder citric acid, a safe and biodegradable descaler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves calcium, limescale, and hard water deposits from pumps and impellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores flow rate and cuts pump noise and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on freshwater and saltwater equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 900 gram (32 oz) jar, mix only what you need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultipurpose descaler for aquarium and household use\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%;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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;\"\u003eSicce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003ePure powder citric acid descaler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e900 g (32 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJar dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e3.6 x 3.6 x 6.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater and saltwater equipment\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;\"\u003eItaly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\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\/sicce-syncra-controllable-dc-pump\"\u003eSicce Syncra DC Pump\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/syncra-silent-water-pump\"\u003eSyncra Silent Water Pump\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/sicce-whale-canister-filter\"\u003eSicce Whale Canister Filter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/cleaners\"\u003eMore aquarium cleaning supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\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\u003eIs citric acid safe for my aquarium?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, when used correctly. It is a mild, biodegradable acid. Always rinse parts thoroughly with fresh water before returning them to the tank so no cleaning solution carries over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I clean my pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e Every 1 to 3 months is typical, more often in hard water or saltwater where scale builds up faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it damage plastic or rubber parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Citric acid is gentle on impellers, O-rings, and housings while still dissolving mineral scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much powder do I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a few tablespoons per quart of warm water and add more for heavier buildup. There is no need to measure exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sicce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49129649602779,"sku":"SIC777","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/immagine_barattoloEN_ES.png?v=1786549995","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/sicce-pump-clean","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}