Aquario Neo Skimmer Invincible

Aquario Neo Skimmer – Crystal-Clear Water Surface for Planted Aquariums

The Aquario Neo Skimmer is a compact, highly efficient surface skimming tool designed to maintain a clean, reflective water surface in your aquarium. Built from strong yet flexible acrylic polymer, it offers the clarity of glass without fragility, making it ideal for both beginners and professional aquascapers. Its smart design draws in only the topmost water layer, removing protein film, dust, and organic buildup that commonly affects open-top tanks.

This skimmer enhances oxygen exchange, increases light penetration, and prevents the dull appearance caused by oily surface layers. The Neo Skimmer integrates seamlessly with most canister filter inlet hoses and operates silently without disturbing fish or shrimp. In high-tech planted tanks, it also helps maintain stable CO₂ distribution by preventing surface agitation while still clearing film efficiently.

Specifications

• Material: High-strength transparent acrylic polymer
• Function: Surface film & protein layer removal
• Variations:
  • Medium – 13 mm: Ideal for 12/16 mm canister inlet hoses
  • Large – 17 mm: Ideal for 16/22 mm canister inlet hoses
• Use: Freshwater, planted, and aquascape tanks
• Compatibility: Fits rimless and framed aquariums
• Installation: Simple tube connection to filter intake

How to Use This Surface Skimmer

1. Connect the skimmer to the canister filter’s inlet hose.
2. Adjust water level so the top ring stays half-submerged.
3. Position near areas with minimal flow for optimal skimming.
4. Fine-tune height for gentle, consistent surface pulling.
5. Clean periodically to maintain suction and clarity.

Care & Maintenance Tips

• Rinse regularly to remove algae and debris inside the skimmer.
• Avoid excessive bending of the acrylic parts.
• Use with moderate flow for optimal skimming performance.
• Highly recommended for CO₂-injected planted tanks.
• Pairs well with Aquario Neo Flow, Neo Holder, and Neo Diffuser.