IceCap Medium PRO 23 Magnetic Coral Frag Rack
SKU: IC-FR-23R
MSRP: $ 75.06
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- Innovative Plug-Locking Membrane: Outfitted with an elastic internal membrane lining inside every single hole that firmly grips plug stems to prevent displacement by clean-up crews.
- Optimized 23-Plug Layout: Mid-sized grid format holds up to 23 individual propagation ports, making it ideal for keeping fragment frags tidy without crowding display sightlines.
- Heavy-Duty 1/2-Inch Magnet Set: Utilizing high-strength, double-sealed magnets configured to clamp securely onto glass or acrylic aquariums up to 1/2-inch (1/2in) thick.
- Ultra-Slim Profile Architecture: Compact vertical thickness measures just 1.8 inches, maximizing your swim room while remaining visually unobtrusive in your aquascape.
- Reef-Safe Acrylic Engineering: Constructed out of non-toxic, high-gloss solid black acrylic panels that naturally resist structural warping and prevent nuisance hair algae anchoring.
- Effortless Modular Acclimation: Simple magnetic connection lets you slide the shelf incrementally down your glass panel over weeks to safely acclimate sensitive corals to new lighting.
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IceCap Medium PRO 23-Hole Magnetic Coral Frag Rack (IC-FR23R)
The IceCap Medium PRO 23 Coral Frag Magnetic Rack (SKU: IC-FR23R) is an authentic, premium livestock propagation shelf distributed by CoralVue to provide marine aquarists with an elite, secure environment for fragment grow-out and light acclimation. Standard traditional egg-crate styles or generic clear plastic acrylic shelves often present frustrating design challenges: they slide down your glass pane under the heavy weight of growing corals, trap dense detritus pockets underneath, and allow active snails or wavemaker flow bursts to tip plugs over, landing expensive coral tissues upside down in the sand bed. The IceCap PRO Series eliminates these propagation headaches by integrating an active structural security system directly into the shelf plate.
The core breakthrough of the PRO 23 rack is its integrated Flexible Stem-Gripping Membrane. Rather than relying on simple, oversized drilled holes, every port features an elastic internal membrane liner. This layer flexes to accommodate various commercial plug stems up to 3/8-inch (∅3/8in) in diameter, pinching them securely in place so they remain upright even when brushed by large grazing fish or cleaner crews.固定 Crafted from robust, marine-safe solid black acrylic, the shelf naturally hides equipment shadows and prevents light transmission from feeding hair algae colonies underneath. Backed by heavy-duty, epoxy-coated external magnets, the rack locks onto display panels or sump glass up to 1/2-inch thick, offering a dependable platform for your high-value stony corals or zoanthid colonies.
Key Features
Locks Plugs Firmly in Position: Elastic inner lining stops Turbo snails, sea urchins, and high-velocity water movement from dislodging your frags.
Promotes Fluid Water Exchange: Clean, open-shelf engineering allows uniform aquarium flow lines to pass over, around, and beneath coral bases to prevent tissue stagnation.
Safe, Multi-Tiered Acclimation Tool: Allows you to position newly purchased coral frags near the bottom of your display glass and gradually raise the shelf over time to acclimate them to high-output LED fixtures.
(Note: This retail box includes (1) Medium PRO 23-hole black acrylic frag shelf plate, (1) wet-side internal magnet bar, and (1) dry-side external magnetic backing block. Coral frag plugs, discs, and coral glues are sold under separate product categories).
IceCap PRO Magnetic Frag Rack Sizing Options
| Model Classification | Item SKU Code | Maximum Frag Hole Capacity | Target Stem Diameter Limit | Maximum Tank Panel Thickness | Overall Physical Scale (LxWxH) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IceCap PRO Small | IC-FR8R | Holds up to 8 Frags | Up to 3/8" ∅ Stem | Up to 1/2-Inch Glass | 5.0" x 3.0" x 1.8" |
| IceCap PRO Medium | IC-FR23R | Holds up to 23 Frags | Up to 3/8" ∅ Stem | Up to 1/2-Inch Glass | 9.5" x 4.1" x 1.8" |
| IceCap PRO Large | IC-FR32R | Holds up to 32 Frags | Up to 3/8" ∅ Stem | Up to 1/2-Inch Glass | 9.5" x 4.8" x 1.8" |
What’s Included:
(1) IceCap Medium PRO 23-Port Solid Black Acrylic Frag Shelf Frame
(1) High-Strength Completely Sealed Internal Wet-Side Magnetic Mount
(1) Protected Non-Slip Layer External Dry-Side Magnet Block Panel
Technical Specs:
Official Manufacturing Title: IceCap Medium PRO 23 Coral Frag Magnetic Rack
SKU / Factory Part Identifier: IC-FR23R (IC-FR-23R)
Total Frag Plug Port Capacity: 23 Ports
Maximum Stem Thickness Profile: Accepts most standard plugs up to 3/8-Inch Diameter
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH): 9.5" x 4.1" x 1.8"
Maximum Allowed Glass/Acrylic Thickness: Up to 1/2-Inch (12mm) Panel Walls
Primary Frame Material Material: Heavy-Wall Cell-Cast Black Acrylic
Warranty
CoralVue, Inc. hereby guarantees this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of:
- 1 Year
Warranty is activated on the date of purchase.
This Standard Limited Warranty applies and is limited as follows:
- To the product only as long as it remains in the possession of the original purchaser.
- To the product that has not been subject to accident, misuse or abuse.
- To the product that has not been modified, altered, defaced, or had repairs made or attempted by other than CoralVue, Inc.
- That CoralVue be immediately notified in writing within ten (10) days of first knowledge of defect by owner or his agent.
- That CoralVue, Inc. shall be given first opportunity to make any repairs, replacements or corrections to the defective construction within a reasonable period of time.
- Under no circumstances shall CoralVue and/or the Manufacturer be liable by virtue of this warranty or otherwise for damage to any person or property whatsoever for any special, indirect, secondary or consequential damages of any nature however arising out of the use or inability to use because of the product defect.
- Unbox all components. Crucial Pre-Check: Inspect the wet-side and dry-side magnetic pads closely to confirm that the outer protective rubber coatings are fully intact and completely free of deep gouges or cuts from transit.
- Wipe down the interior and exterior surfaces of your chosen aquarium glass panel to remove any existing algae film, grit, or sand particles that could cause scratches during installation.
- Submerge the black acrylic PRO 23 shelf plate into your aquarium, pressing the internal wet-side magnetic bar flush against the interior glass wall.
- Slide, Do Not Snap: Bring the dry-side external magnetic backing block to the exterior of the glass several incoming inches away from the internal rack. Slowly slide the external magnet across the glass surface until it snaps into vertical alignment with the internal plate. Warning: Snapping high-strength magnets directly together onto glass panels can shatter your aquarium wall or pinch fingers.
- Press your coral frag plug stems down firmly into the flexible membrane ports. Verify the grip by lightly tapping the plug; the membrane should instantly stabilize the stem.
- To acclimate fresh, sensitive corals, position the magnetic assembly low on your aquarium wall. Every 5 to 7 days, slide the assembly up a few inches to safely transition your livestock to higher light levels.
Pro Tips:
- Always Keep the External Dry-Side Magnet Completely Dry and Salt-Free. While the interior wet-side section of the IC-FR23R is completely hermetically sealed for full, continuous salt water immersion, the external dry-side magnet block is strictly designed for outer room contact. If salt water tracks creep down the glass or splash onto the outer pad, wipe it down immediately with a soft, clean towel. Allowing salt water to sit behind the outer pad will trap minerals that can damage your glass finish when moved.
- Check for Trapped Substrate Sand Grits If You Ever Readjust the Rack Height. If you decide to slide your mid-sized 23-hole rack down to a lower section of the tank, never slide it downward blindly. Tiny, sharp grains of sand or calcium carbonate substrate can easily get caught between the glass wall and the internal non-slip magnetic backing pad. If you drag the heavy magnet across those grains, they will act like a glass cutter, leaving deep scratches across your panel. Always pull the rack slightly back from the glass before moving it.
- Give the Membrane Holes a Quick Clean with a Soft Brush During Large Harvests. Over months of continuous use, floating organic waste, detritus, or micro-sponges can settle inside the unused membrane ports. When you remove a batch of grown-out frags for sale or trading, take 60 seconds to run a soft bristled toothbrush gently over the open membrane slots under a quick splash of fresh water. This clears away organic debris and keeps the flexible lining supple for your next batch of frag plugs.