Overview

Meet the Gulfstream Tropical AGU130A Mag-Float Acrylic Aquarium Cleaner in Medium. This buoyant cleaner is purpose-built to float on the water’s surface, making it easy to maneuver along the glass and around corners without sinking. The smooth acrylic housing feels comfortable in the hand, while the magnetic pairing delivers a steady glide as you work.

Designed for practical, everyday use, the AGU130A helps you maintain a clear, inviting aquarium without harsh scrubbing. Its buoyant design reduces the chance of the cleaner getting snagged in substrate, and the magnetic system provides steady control even in tight spaces. With algae removal as the primary goal, the cleaner is engineered to make routine maintenance less tedious and more satisfying.

Why this model stands out

• Floating design enables effortless operation and corner navigation.
• Buoyancy keeps the unit stable, reducing encounters with sand or gravel.
• Strong magnets pull algae from the glass for efficient cleaning.
• The brush remains free of sand or gravel, helping prevent scratches on acrylic or glass surfaces.

Materials, durability, and versatility

The AGU130A uses a robust acrylic body with a snug magnetic pair that resists everyday wear. The floating mechanism is designed for reliability in both glass and acrylic tanks, and the magnet action is tuned to deliver consistent cleaning power without requiring forceful scrubbing. Regular, gentle passes can help maintain a clearer viewing pane over time.

How it works

Two magnets interact through the tank wall: one outside and a corresponding magnet inside the acrylic cleaner. As you move the exterior magnet, the inner magnet follows, guiding the cleaning brush along the glass. The buoyant design keeps the unit near the surface, making it easier to reach corners and edges without tipping into the substrate.

Real-world use cases

During routine maintenance or after a bloom of biofilm, you can glide the AGU130A along the front and sides of the tank. Its buoyancy helps you recover quickly if the cleaner drifts toward the surface, and the magnetic coupling supports steady pull across the glass, reducing the need for heavy pressure or repeated passes.

• Ideal for medium tanks where consistent edge-to-edge cleaning matters.
• Useful after algae blooms to restore a clearer view without abrasive scrubbing.

Care and longevity

Rinse after use to remove debris, then dry before storage. Avoid abrasive cleaners that could scratch acrylic surfaces, and keep the cleaner out of direct sunlight to preserve magnet strength over time.