Red Sea Max-E 170 Custom Polycarbonate Aquarium Screen Top Lid
Red Sea Max-E 170 Custom Polycarbonate Aquarium Screen Top Lid is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Red Sea Max-E 170 Custom Polycarbonate Aquarium Screen Top Lid
WHY PROFESSIONALLY MADE LIDS?
OUR PURPOSE IS TO ELIMINATE THIS...
...AND THIS
DIY screens often have big gaps for fish to jump through in the back of the tank
DIY screen corners get covered in salt
DIY screen black support bars block light
PROFESSIONAL VS LUXURY LIDS
Finding the Right Fit for Your Aquarium
| LID TYPE | PROFESSIONAL | LUXURY |
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| Frame Style | Minimalist | Fusion Vent |
| Black Screen |
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| Food Cup Included |
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| Auto Feeder |
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| Evap Cover |
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More Ventilation, Best Choice |
| Customizations |
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| Strength | Flex Resistant, Holds up to 40 lbs | Highly Reinforced, Holds up to 80 lbs |
| Warranty | 3 Year | 5 Year |
CLEAR VS BLACK SCREEN
AESTHETICS OVER ALL
The biggest visual difference in your lid comes from the screen itself.
Clear Screen
Clear Screen lets through slightly more light PAR, yet glares more visually when viewing the tank.
Black Screen
Black Screen reduces glare down to near zero for a clean and unobstructed view from the top, yet absorbs slightly more PAR.
FEED DOOR
EASY ACCESS FOR ANYTHING
Never take your lid off for feeding ever again. All Feed Doors are included FREE with every Top Lid.
EASY TO GRAB
Easy to take off quickly, just grab with 3 fingers and lift.
SCREENED, NO CONDENSATION
Screened for full airflow through the feed door, leaving no condensation that needs to be constantly cleaned.
STAYS IN PLACE
Sits recessed inside the lid, to stay in place and not fall even when the lid is moved.
FITS LARGE EQUIPMENT
Large enough to fit all types of equipment through, like algae clips, turkey basters, PAR meters, and magnet cleaners without ever lifting the lid.
CORD CUTOUTS
YOUR AQUARIUM, FUTURE-PROOFED
Future-proof your aquarium for a lifetime. Freely place powerheads, heaters, and probes at any location on your tank. All Cord Cutouts are included FREE with every Top Lid.
FITS 2 CORDS
Large enough for 2 normal sized cords to fit out of each Cord Cutout.
PLACE EQUIPMENT ANYWHERE
Strategically positioned for equipment to be placed anywhere on the sides or back of your tank.
BLOCKS JUMPERS
Compact diameter, fish can't jump through even if Cord isn't in use.
FUTURE-PROOFED FREE
Included Free with every Top Lid, future-proofing your tank for equipment you may add later.
UNIVERSAL LIGHT CUTOUTS
A PERFECT FIT, WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR LID
Never worry about gaps around your lights for fish to jump through, or your lid being obsolete if you upgrade your lights.
TRULY UNIVERSAL
Fits any type of aquarium light mount, saltwater or freshwater.
PRECISE, NO JUMPERS
Inserts create a tight-fitting cutout for your specific light mount.
NEVER OBSOLETE
Change lights at any time while keeping the same lid. Only need a new Universal Light Insert.
OPTIMALLY SPACED
Placed at an appropriate spacing for healthy light spread to grow a thriving reef or planted tank. Custom light spacing available on request.
UNIVERSAL AUTO FEEDER CUTOUT
FEEDING AUTOMATION AT ANY TIME
Auto Feeders are the most common type of equipment for hobbyists to not use when starting their tank, but to add later. Future-proof your tank for any brand of auto feeder with the Universal Auto Feeder Cutout.
TRULY UNIVERSAL
Fits any type of auto feeder, so you don't have to worry about which you'll go with in the future.
UPGRADE FEEDERS
Changing auto feeders is as easy as swapping out an insert. No need to reorder a new lid. Only need a new Universal Auto Feeder Insert.
PELLET / FLAKE COMPATIBLE
Small pellets fall directly through screen on insert. Optional Auto Feeder Cup for larger pellets or flake food.
PROTECT WHEN REFILLING
If cleaning / refilling your auto feeder or don't have one yet, "Blank" Inserts fully cover the cutout.
EVAP COVER
KISS EVAPORATION, SPLASHING, AND WET CATS GOODBYE
Nobody likes constantly topping off the tank with new water, big fish splashing water around their room, or cats inside their tank. Solve all of these with an Evap Cover.
LESS MAINTENANCE, MORE STABILITY
Cut down evaporation by 60-75%, reducing water top offs by half and stabilizing your tank's chemistry.
NO MORE SPLASHING
Stop even the largest of splashers from making a mess of your stand, floor, back wall, or even ruining your lights.
CAT-BE-GONE
Your fish tank is not a litter box. Keep curious cats where they should be...out of your tank.
THE PERFECT MATCH
Best used with a Luxury Lid. Vents in the lid frame promote maximum airflow, normal oxygen and heat exchange, and greatly reduce the condensation on the bottom of the Evap Cover.
FOOD REGULATOR CUP
THE FROZEN FOOD SOLUTION
Take the time out of feeding your fish. Never defrost food yourself again. Feed any type of frozen, flake, or pellet food in 10 seconds or less, dispersing equally throughout your entire tank.
KEEP EVERY FISH PLUMP
Disperse food over time (2-4 minutes) to make sure even your smallest, most timid fish gets well fed.
TIME-OPTIMIZED FEEDING
Feed your tank in 30 seconds or less. Put the Regulator Cup in, throw some food in, and walk away.
AUTOMATED FEEDING HAVEN
Also available for Auto Feeders, slowly dispersing large pellet and flake food into your powerheads when you're away.
EASILY REMOVABLE
Fully removable for cleaning and to keep the sleek look of your tank.
Customer Reviews
Great company with a great product.
Tyler and the team did a great job from walking through the design idea all the way to the finished product couldn't be happier
FAQ
What materials are your lids made of?
What materials are your lids made of?
Our lid frames are made from polycarbonate, thick enough to thoroughly support the lid, but slim enough to keep away excessive condensation and salt creep. Our screens are individually made for us, with thin screen fibers that let through more PAR than other screens, and openings small enough for even the smallest fish to not wiggle through. These materials are water-resistant, easy to clean, and provide long-lasting protection for your aquarium.
What's the easiest way to start an order?
What's the easiest way to start an order?
For standard, mass-marketed tanks:
- Find your tank product page.
- Select options for lights, auto feeders, and evap covers. We've preselected the most common options for each specific tank for you.
- Proceed through Checkout, no measurements needed.
For custom tanks:
- Reach a lid designer through our phone number at the top or live chat button at the bottom right of the page.
- Your lid designer will walk through best options and provide a no-obligation custom quote.
- If you'd like to get started, we'll help guide through next steps smoothly.
I'm new to the hobby / just starting my tank, can I have some advice on best options?
I'm new to the hobby / just starting my tank, can I have some advice on best options?
Absolutely, we'd love to consult on best options for your specific tank and use case to make sure your lid is perfectly future-proofed and functional. Call / text the phone number at the top of the page, or click the orange live chat button in the bottom right to reach one of our professional lid designers.
Can you do lids for custom tanks?
Can you do lids for custom tanks?
We've been designing custom tank lids every week for over 5 years. Any size or shape of tank / equipment is fair game. Get a future-proofing tank consultation from one of our professional lid designers by calling / texting the phone number at the top of the page, or click the orange live chat button in the bottom right.