APT Fix Algae Treatment

APT Fix Algae Treatment

APT Fix Algae Treatment by SCAPE is a targeted aquarium algae treatment that spot-treats black beard algae (BBA), hair, string, fuzz and filamentous algae, then biodegrades completely. It contains no copper and is safe for shrimp and fish when used as directed. It suits planted-tank keepers and aquascapers who want to deal with problem algae directly rather than dosing the whole aquarium.

Key Benefits

• Precise spot treatment: You apply APT Fix exactly where the algae is growing, rather than spreading chemicals through the entire water column. Problem areas get a concentrated hit while the rest of the aquarium carries on undisturbed.
• Tackles the toughest algae: Designed for black beard algae (BBA), hair algae, string algae, fuzz algae and other filamentous types. These are the stubborn growths that cling to leaves, wood and stone.
• No copper or heavy metals: Copper and heavy metals build up over time and can quietly damage an aquarium's ecosystem. APT Fix avoids them entirely.
• Biodegrades in 12–24 hours: The active compounds break down naturally within 12–24 hours and leave no harmful residues behind. This is why the treatment is safe for shrimp and fish when used as directed.
• Visible, trackable results: On a single spot-dose, inactive BBA typically turns red or white by Day 2 and is mostly gone by Day 7. Hair algae usually loses its colour within a couple of days and is fully deactivated by around Day 5.
• Trusted by top aquascapers: The treatment is relied on by award-winning aquascapers around the world.
• Addresses the problem itself: Because it acts on the algae directly, APT Fix aims to solve the outbreak instead of simply masking it.
• Pipette included: A spot-dosing pipette comes with the product, so you can start targeting algae straight away.

How to Use

Two simple application methods cover almost every algae situation in a planted tank or aquascape. Pick the one that matches where the algae is growing.

• Method 1 – Algae on plants: Pause your filter so the water is still. Then use the included pipette to spot-dose APT Fix directly onto the affected areas.
• Method 2 – Stubborn algae on hardscape (wood and rocks): Drain the tank to expose the affected hardscape. Drip-dose APT Fix directly onto the algae, wait a minute, then refill the aquarium.

Once treated, keep an eye on the dosed areas. A colour change to red or white in BBA, or fading in hair algae, shows that the treatment is working.

Dosage

• Dose up to 1ml per 10L every 24 hours.
• Do not exceed this rate. Spot-dose only where the algae is growing.
• The active compounds biodegrade within 12–24 hours, which fits naturally with the 24-hour dosing interval.

Suitable For

• Freshwater planted aquariums and aquascapes struggling with BBA, hair, string, fuzz or filamentous algae
• Tanks housing shrimp and fish, when the treatment is used as directed
• Algae growing on plants, as well as on hardscape such as driftwood and rock
• Aquascapers who prefer a localised treatment to whole-tank chemical dosing

Specifications

• Brand: SCAPE
• Active ingredient: 3% epoxy aldehydes
• Copper-free and free of heavy metals
• Biodegrades naturally within 12–24 hours
• Maximum dose: up to 1ml per 10L every 24 hours
• For aquarium use only

What's Included

• APT Fix Algae Treatment
• Spot-dosing pipette

Frequently Asked Questions

Is APT Fix safe for cherry shrimp and other inverts?
Yes, it is safe for shrimp and fish when used as directed. It contains no copper or heavy metals, and its active compounds biodegrade within 12–24 hours without leaving residues.

How quickly will I see black beard algae die back?
After a single spot-dose, inactive BBA typically turns red or white by Day 2 and is mostly gone by Day 7. Hair algae usually loses its colour within a couple of days and is fully deactivated by around Day 5.

How much APT Fix can I dose in my tank?
Dose up to 1ml per 10L every 24 hours. For example, a 60 L aquarium should receive no more than 6ml in any 24-hour period, applied directly onto the algae.

How do I treat BBA on driftwood or rocks?
Drain the tank so the hardscape is exposed. Drip-dose APT Fix directly onto the algae, wait a minute, then refill.

Can I use APT Fix in my garden pond?
No. APT Fix is for aquarium use only.

Which size should I choose?
Base your choice on your aquarium's volume and how often you expect to treat. Keep in mind the maximum rate of 1ml per 10L every 24 hours. Larger tanks and recurring outbreaks will use more product over time.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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