Glass Inflow-Outflow Pipes

Cal Aqua Labs’ glass filtration system consists of an Influx pipe transporting water from the aquarium to an external filter, and an Efflux pipe bringing clean water from the filter back to the aquarium. Both pieces are made with the highest quality laboratory-grade borosilicate glass and artistically hand-blown.

Efflux Outflow Pipes

The Efflux outflow pipe carries the unique downward-angled funnel design to provide increased water movement to lower parts of the aquarium. This reduces stagnation points and improves gas and nutrient exchange for low and midground plants

The funnel can be conveniently raised slightly above the waterline to create gentle surface movement which will eliminate surface film without aerating the water, and hence reduce CO2 loss. To aerate, simply life the funnel slightly higher.

Efflux F1 (13mm)

Product code: 14002

The Efflux F1 is designed for aquariums approximately 15-25 cm (6-10″) in height such as the ADA Mini-S and Mini-M. The outflow can be used with canister filters with 1/2″ diameter tubing such as the Eheim 2215. The outflow has an upward funnel shape which gently releases water into your aquarium. Each outflow is supplied with one suction cup to secure it to the side of the aquarium.

Efflux F2 (13mm)

Product code: 14004

The Efflux F2 has a 13 mm tube diameter for 1/2″ tubing and carries a downward-angled funnel. The width between the arch is approximately 4.3 cm. It is designed for aquariums 20 gallons and larger that use 1/2″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each F2 Efflux pipe is supplied with two suction cups.

Efflux F3 (17mm)

Product code: 14006

The Efflux F3 has a 17 mm tube diameter for 5/8″ tubing and holds two suction cups for enhanced stability. The width between the arch is approximately 6 cm. The F3 is suitable for aquariums 30 gallons and larger that use 5/8″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each F3 pipe is supplied with two removable suction cups.

Efflux G2 (13mm)

Product code: 15002

The Efflux G2 has a 13 mm tube diameter for 1/2″ tubing and carries a upward-angled funnel. The width between the arch is approximately 4.3 cm. It is designed for aquariums 20 gallons and larger that use 1/2″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each G2 Efflux pipe is supplied with two suction cups.

Efflux G3 (17mm)

Product code: 15003

The Efflux G3 has a 17 mm tube diameter for 5/8″ tubing and holds two suction cups for enhanced stability. The width between the arch is approximately 6 cm. The G3 is suitable for aquariums 30 gallons and larger that use 5/8″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each G3 pipe is supplied with two removable suction cups.

Efflux H2 (13mm)

Product code: 18002

The Efflux H2 has a 13 mm tube diameter for 1/2″ tubing and carries a ball-type funnel to reduce strong water currents. The width between the arch is approximately 4.3 cm. It is designed for aquariums 20 gallons and larger that use 1/2″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each H2 Efflux pipe is supplied with two suction cups.

Efflux H3 (17mm)

Product code: 18003

The Efflux H3 has a 17 mm tube diameter for 5/8″ tubing and holds two suction cups for enhanced stability. The ball-type funnel can effectively reduce strong water currents from disturbing unwanted regions. The width between the arch is approximately 6 cm. The H3 is suitable for aquariums 30 gallons and larger that use 5/8″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each H3 pipe is supplied with two removable suction cups.

Influx Inflow Pipes

The Influx pipe carries water from the aquarium down to the canister filter. Cal Aqua Labs’ unique design places intake slits across wider distances on the stem. As a result, it pulls in water from multiple depths spanning a wider range of the water column. This improves water circulation and allows particles suspended higher in the water column to readily enter the tube to the filter.

Influx X1 (13mm)

Product code: 14001

The Influx X1 is designed for aquariums approximately 15-25 cm (6-10″) in height such as the ADA Mini-S and Mini-M. The inflow can be used with canister filters with 1/2″ diameter tubing such as the Eheim 2215. The total length of the inflow is approximately 15 cm from top to bottom and has multiple narrow slits towards the bottom end. Each inflow is supplied with one suction cup to secure it to the side of the aquarium.

Influx X2 (13mm)

Product code: 14003

The Influx X2 has a 13 mm tube diameter for 1/2″ tubing and contains uniquely-placed multiple narrow slits spanning a longer length for more uniform flow across the water column. The width between the arch is approximately 4.3 cm and has a total length of 30 cm. It is designed for aquariums 20 gallons and larger that use 1/2″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each X2 Influx pipe is supplied with two suction cups.

Influx X3 (17mm)

Product code: 14005

With a total length of approximately 35cm, the Influx X3 is one of the longest glass inflow pipes on the market. It has a 17 mm tube diameter for 5/8″ (16mm ID) tubing and holds two suction cups for enhanced stability. This inflow also contains uniquely-placed narrow slits spanning a large portion of its length for more uniform flow across the water column. The width between the arch is approximately 6 cm. The X3 is suitable for aquariums 30 gallons and larger that use 5/8″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each X3 pipe is supplied with two removable suction cups.

Influx X1s (13mm)

Product code: 14007

The Influx X1s is a shorter version of the Influx X1 specially designed to accommodate aquariums with tall aquascapes. It is suitable for aquariums approximately 15-25 cm (6-10″) in height such as the ADA Mini-S and Mini-M with tall aquascapes. The straight portion of the slitted side is approximately 8 cm in length. The inflow can be used with canister filters with 1/2″ diameter tubing such as the Eheim 2215. Each inflow is supplied with one suction cup to secure it to the side of the aquarium.

Influx X2s (13mm)

Product code: 14008

The Influx X2s is a shorter version of the Influx X2 specially designed to accommodate aquariums with tall aquascapes. The straight portion of the slitted side is approximately 12 cm in length. It has a 13 mm tube diameter for 1/2″ tubing. It is designed for aquariums 20 gallons and larger that use 1/2″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each X2s Influx pipe is supplied with two suction cups.

Influx X3s (17mm)

Product code: 14009

The Influx X3s is a shorter version of the Influx X3 specially designed to accommodate aquariums with tall aquascapes. It has a 17 mm tube diameter for 5/8″ (16mm ID) tubing and holds two suction cups for enhanced stability. The width between the arch is approximately 6 cm. The straight portion of the slitted slide is approximately 15 cm. The X3s is suitable for aquariums 30 gallons and larger that use 5/8″ tubing for the canister filter outflow. Each X3s pipe is supplied with two removable suction cups.