Citric Acid Aquarium Equipment Cleaner

Quickly and Effortlessly Remove Coralline Algae from Pumps & Powerheads.

Over time pumps, powerheads, heaters, or any other piece of equipment in your aquarium can start to have mineral deposits form or coralline algae build-up, which can hamper the performance. Keeping your equipment clean will lead to a longer life and better efficiency. Just create a liquid solution, and after a quick soak, deposits will start to dissolve, requiring minimal effort for complete removal. 

Four Sizes Available:

• 32 Ounces
• 64 Ounces
• 128 Ounces

1-Quart Mixing & Cleaning Instructions

Add 4 tablespoons (2 oz) of BRS Citric Acid to 1 quart of RODI water and mix until the citric acid has fully dissolved. Once the citric acid solution has dissolved, you can use a squirt bottle and brush to clean your equipment. For thicker coralline algae or other stubborn deposits, soaking the equipment in the citric acid solution for a couple hours may be required. After cleaning is complete dispose of any excess dirty solution and rinse any equipment with RODI water to remove excess citric acid solution before placing it back into your aquarium. The unused solution can be stored indefinitely. 

1-Gallon Mixing & Cleaning Instructions

Add 3/4 cup (6 oz) of BRS Citric Acid to 1 gallon of RODI water and mix until the citric acid has fully dissolved. Once the citric acid solution has dissolved you can use a squirt bottle and brush to clean your equipment. For thicker coralline algae or other stubborn deposits, soaking the equipment in the citric acid solution for a couple of hours may be required. After cleaning is complete dispose of any excess dirty solution and rinse any equipment with RODI water to remove excess citric acid solution before placing it back into your aquarium. The unused solution can be stored indefinitely. 

Note: For use outside of the aquarium. Do not add citric acid or a citric acid solution directly to your aquarium.