Aquarium Canister Filters

There are many different models and sizes of canister filters so it is important to match the right size with your aquarium, the general rule being the number of litres filtered per hour must be between 3-8 times more than the litres in your tank. We stock the best quality canister filters and each model offer easy guides on their packaging which enable you to choose the correct size for your tank. They range from 60L to 700L for aquariums and up to 10000L for pond canisters.

Maintaining your canister filter is quite simple. Every 3-4 months, the wool and sponge will get dirty and no longer filter efficiently. Simply replacing these with new wool and sponge will rejuvenate your Canister Filter into working as good as new.

Tip – Be careful when cleaning the Canister Filter to use dechlorinated water while rinsing and washing the ‘guts’ of your Canister Filter, as chlorine can kill the beneficial bacteria that live inside it, a proper clean can be managed whilst leaving the biological media submerged, maintaining a healthy bacteria culture.

At Waterlife aquarium, we are more than happy to help guide you towards a filtration system that is right for you. Come in-store to see the canister filters in action.

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