{"product_id":"aquafin-desktop-aquariums","title":"AQUAFIN DESKTOP AQUARIUMS","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the AquaFin Desktop Aquarium Kit, Aquatop's all-in-one answer to modern small-space aquascaping. Its curved panoramic glass profile opens up a distraction-free, wraparound view of your tank, while a rear filtration chamber keeps all the equipment — pump, bio media, and filter pad — completely out of sight. The result is a clean, gallery-worthy centerpiece that looks as good on a desk or countertop as it does in an office lobby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside the rear chamber, a 3-stage filtration system does the heavy lifting: a bottom box and middle box hold biological media to establish a healthy bacterial colony, while a top box holds a replaceable filter pad for mechanical filtration. A submersible pump keeps water circulating through all three stages continuously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp top, a 10-watt dual COB LED spotlight (3000K warm + 6500K white) mounts to the rear glass on an adjustable gooseneck arm, so light lands exactly where your plants need it. Every AquaFin kit ships complete — tank, filtration boxes, filter pad, bio media, pump, LED light, and power components — so there's nothing extra to source before you fill it with water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited for desktops, counters, and smaller spaces, the AQF-05 is backed by Aquatop's 1-year limited warranty and designed for indoor use only. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDesigned for wider display areas and a stronger visual impact, the AQF-08 is backed by Aquatop's 1-year limited warranty and designed for indoor use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCURVED PANORAMIC GLASS – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA seamless peninsula-style profile delivers a wraparound, distraction-free view of the aquascape from front and both ends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHIDDEN 3-STAGE FILTRATION – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rear chamber houses bio-media boxes and a replaceable filter pad, so equipment stays out of sight without a bulky hang-on-back filter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10W ADJUSTABLE LED LIGHT – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dual COB spotlight (3000K warm + 6500K white) mounts to the rear glass on a bendable arm for precise light placement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRUE ALL-IN-ONE KIT – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes the tank, filtration boxes, filter pad, bio media, pump, LED light, and power components; nothing else to buy to get started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOMPACT 5-GALLON FOOTPRINT – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 19.69\" L x 7.87\" W x 9.84\" H, it's sized for desktops, counters, and smaller spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e•     \u003cb\u003eEXTENDED 8-GALLON FOOTPRINT – \u003c\/b\u003eAt 31.50\" L x 7.87\" W x 9.84\" H, the longer profile suits wider display areas and larger rooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBACKED BY AQUATOP – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects; proof of purchase required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium tank, filtration boxes, filter pad, biological media, pump, LED light, and power components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSetup \u0026amp; Care Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSetup: Place the tank on a level, stable surface, rinse all components, install the filtration boxes (bio media bottom and middle, filter pad on top) and pump, fill with water, then power on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCycling: Run the system for 28 days to establish beneficial bacteria before introducing fish, then add livestock gradually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: Perform a 25% partial water change weekly; replace the filter pad monthly with an Aquatop AquaFin Replacement Filter Pad (AQF-RFP); rinse bio media in aquarium water only and avoid replacing it unless necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical safety: Indoor use only. Use a grounded GFCI outlet, maintain a drip loop, and unplug before performing maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Accessories (sold separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAQF-RFP – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquaFin Replacement Filter Pad (3-pack). Fits all AquaFin tanks; recommended monthly replacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFZ-PM3 – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForza Premium Media Pouches. Optional filtration boost; place in the middle or bottom box without removing existing bio media.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCS-25W – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquatop Pisces 25-Watt Preset Heater. Ideal for the AQF-05 to maintain a stable 78°F for tropical species; heater not included with the kit and must be placed in the main tank, never in the filter or pump chamber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquatop","offers":[{"title":"AQF-05 -  All-in-One 5-gallon - MAP $139.99","offer_id":67630268285062,"sku":"AQF-05","price":72.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"AQF-08 -  All-in-One 8-gallon - MAP $179.99","offer_id":67630274510982,"sku":"AQF-08","price":93.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"AQF-RFP - Replacemnt Filter pad 3-pack for all AquaFin Tanks - MAP $9.99","offer_id":67630275297414,"sku":"AQF-RFP","price":5.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/4837\/0240\/files\/AQF-05.png?v=1791388873","url":"https:\/\/carolinaaquatics.com\/products\/aquafin-desktop-aquariums","provider":"Carolina Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}