{"product_id":"bio-sponge-filter-for-aquarium-fish-tank-up-to-20-gal-with-accessories","title":"Bio Sponge Filter for Aquarium Fish Tank Up to 20 Gal with Accessories","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"ds_div\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSponge filter provide both mechanical and biological filtration, also, the air infusion chamber produces minute bubbles which increase the oxygen solubility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEASY TO SET UP: Simply install an airline into the unit and turn on the air pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEASY TO CLEAN: Simply rinse and squeeze sponge in tank water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRECOMMEND TANK SIZE: Up to 20 gallon, excellent for small size fish like dwarf cichlid, guppy, killifish etc., or for hatcheries, maternity tanks, and fry tanks, as the filter produces minimal current and has almost no way to suck the fish through the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: XY-180\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Dimension: 3.0\"D X 6.5\"H\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Tank Size: 20 GAL \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePACKAGE INCLUDES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 x Filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 x 4ft \u003ca name=\"OLE_LINK22\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca name=\"OLE_LINK21\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAirline Tubing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e4 x Suction cups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 x Control Valve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 x Tee\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 x Non-Return Check Valve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Does It Work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA sponge filter uses bubbles of air from an external air pump, or an integral water pump to draw water through the sponge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs water is drawn out through the lift tube or pump, it is replaced by water entering the sponge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe sponge is a mechanical filter and the surface of all the bubbles or pockets in the sponge provide a bed for the bacteria of a biological filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe bacteria help to break down harmful waste (ammonia and nitrite). Sponge filters provide both mechanical and biological filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMost sponge filters are reasonably efficient filters for small volume tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese filter are excellent for small size fish like dwarf cichlid, guppy, killifish etc., or for hatcheries, maternity tanks, and fry tanks, as the filter produces minimal current and has almost no way to suck the fish through the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlso, the air infusion chamber produces minute bubbles which increase the oxygen solubility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Maintenance Does It Require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe sponge will need to be rinsed every time it becomes dirty, about once every 2 to 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt’s helpful to reserve the beneficial bacteria by washing the sponge gently with water from the fish tank instead of tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAfter 3 to 6 months’ usage, the micro holes of sponge is gradually clogged by the tiny debris, the beneficial bacteria won’t have as much living space as before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThat’s when the sponge filter starts to lose its efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSo it is also recommended to replace the sponge once every three to six month or when the sponge gets worn out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" size=\"4\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!--Related product End--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"inkfrog_crosspromo_bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AQUANEAT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41118590566557,"sku":"Bio Sponge Filter for Aquarium Fish Tank Up to 20 Gal with Accessories","price":12.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2856\/0902\/files\/Bio-Sponge-Filter-for-Aquarium-Fish-Tank-Up-to-20-Gal-with-Accessories.jpg?v=1725255340","url":"https:\/\/petphenom.com\/products\/bio-sponge-filter-for-aquarium-fish-tank-up-to-20-gal-with-accessories","provider":"PetPhenom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}