Description:
For aquascapers who want their filtration to disappear into the background, glass lily pipes are the standard. Where plastic canister filter fittings can be bulky, coloured, and visually disruptive, glass lily pipes are transparent, minimal, and visually discreet against the tank glass. The result is a cleaner, more refined aquascape where the plants and hardscape take centre stage rather than the equipment keeping it alive.
The Glass Lily Pipe Inlet is the intake side of your canister filter connection, drawing water from the tank and into the filter. The curved glass design provides a smooth, streamlined intake path while maintaining the clean, minimalist appearance that makes lily pipes popular in planted aquariums. Made from high-quality glass with high resistance to temperature changes, it is designed for long-term use in planted tank environments.
Height: 250mm. Check that your tank depth exceeds the pipe length before purchasing.
Available in 12mm and 16mm to match your canister filter's tubing size. Select the required size above. Each size pairs with the corresponding Speaker or Hemispherical Outlet to complete your glass lily pipe setup.
Also available as a Surface Skimmer Inlet for aquascapers who want the added benefit of surface film removal alongside the aesthetic upgrade.
Each piece is sold separately. This product is the 12mm Inlet only.
Please check your filter's internal hose diameter before purchasing to ensure the correct fit.
Suitable with canister filters for freshwater planted aquariums and aquascaping setups.
Product Features:
- Made from durable, transparent glass that is resistant to breakage and ensures long-lasting use.
- Designed to provide optimal water flow and filtration, maintaining a clean and healthy aquarium.
- High resistance to temperature changes, making it suitable for various aquarium environments.
Product Specifications:
- Material: High-Quality Glass
- Inlet Sizes:16mm
- Colour: Transparent
Dimensions:
- Lily-Inlet 16mm: 250mm/9.84in height
Items Included:
- 1 x Glass Inlet Pipe 16mm
Please Note:
Rinse all glass components with water before installation to remove any dust or debris.
Handle with care to avoid breakage.
Regularly clean the glass pipes to maintain optimal water flow and appearance.
Ensure proper installation to prevent the suction of small fish or shrimp.
Glass Lily Pipe - Inlet - 16mm
Glass Lily Pipe - Inlet - 16mm
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How the Standard Lily Pipe Inlet Compares
🔽 Standard Lily Pipe Inlet
- ✨Minimal Glass Design: Transparent glass blends into the aquarium, helping keep equipment visually discreet while allowing the plants and hardscape to remain the focus.
- 💧Standard Canister Filter Intake: Draws water from the aquarium into your canister filter through a simple, purpose-built intake.
- 🌊Smooth Water Intake: The curved glass design provides a smooth, streamlined intake path for clean and consistent water movement into the filter.
- 🌿Ideal for Planted Aquariums: A practical choice for planted tanks and aquascapes where standard water intake is all that is required.
- 🔗Pairs With Multiple Outlet Styles: Available in matching sizes for use with Speaker or Hemispherical Outlets to create a complete glass lily pipe setup.
🌊 Surface Skimmer Inlet
- 🫧Surface-Focused Intake: Draws water from the surface rather than relying solely on a conventional intake position.
- ✨Helps Remove Surface Film: Designed to help remove oils, protein film, dust and fine debris that can accumulate at the water surface.
- 🔧Additional Flow Adjustment: Features an adjustable bottom plug to help control the intake flow.
- 🎯More Specialised Design: Adds surface-skimming functionality for aquarists who specifically want to target surface film.
- 🌊Different Intake Behaviour: Surface skimming changes where water is drawn from, making it better suited to setups where maintaining a clear water surface is a priority.
Glass lily pipes are one of those upgrades that completely change how a planted tank looks. The difference between a canister filter running plastic fittings and one running glass lily pipes is immediately visible, and for aquascapers who put serious effort into their layouts, it's a worthwhile investment. We stock the full range of inlets, outlets, and surface skimmers so you can build a complete glass pipe setup across your tank.
Clean glass lily pipes regularly to prevent algae and calcium build-up, which reduces flow and detracts from the aesthetic. A dedicated lily pipe cleaning brush (a long, flexible brush sized to fit the pipe diameter) makes this straightforward. Soak in a diluted white vinegar solution to dissolve stubborn calcium deposits, then rinse thoroughly before returning to the tank. Handle with care during cleaning as glass pipes can crack if knocked against hard surfaces. Always disconnect from the filter before removing.
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