Doctor Mate – aquarium ioniser

The Doctor Mate is intended for small freshwater aquariums of up to 125 L, where keepers need to limit green water and algae growth and reduce bacterial disease risks, for example when raising young shrimp. It is installed on the tank glass and run from a 15 V DC power supply.

Why it matters

• Green algae and phytoplankton control: the unit slows the initial growth and multiplication of phytoplankton (green water), so less algae competes with aquatic plants.
• Bacterial disinfection: according to the manufacturer, pathogenic bacteria in the water are eliminated automatically within one hour through direct and indirect disinfection, which supports survival of young shrimp.
• Compatibility with filter bacteria: the ionization process is stated not to affect beneficial bacteria or other microorganisms in the aquarium, and it does not produce toxic compounds.
• Bluetooth control: settings are managed from a smartphone or tablet through the dedicated My Chihiros app, available for Android and iOS.

Specifications

• Power: 30 W
• Input voltage: DC 15 V, 2.5 A
• Maximum aquarium size: 125 L
• Connectivity: Bluetooth
• Control app: My Chihiros (Android, iOS)
• Water type: freshwater only; not suitable for saltwater or marine tanks
• Weight: 0.29 kg
• Package contents: Doctor Mate unit, power supply, connection cables, holder, suction cup, glass mounting bracket

What it works with

The Doctor Mate suits freshwater planted aquariums and shrimp tanks of up to 125 L, where the main problems are green water, algae overgrowth and bacterial losses among young animals. It is designed to operate alongside the biological filtration already present in the tank, since the manufacturer states it does not harm the beneficial bacteria.