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Hydro-sponge #2 complete filter


Price: $6.00
Availability: in stock

(4”h x 2 3/4” dia. sponge) complete filter

Hydro-Sponge filter provides both mechanical and biological filtration. Aerobic bacteria colonize the sponge providing a bacterial substance to facilitate the nitrogen cycle. In addition, the Hydro-Sponge traps larger waste particles mechanically cleaning the water without trapping the baby fish.

Information

  • Capable of moving more water than other sponge filters.
  • One inch diameter lift tube allows use of power head* without adapters.
  • Raised off bottom, no dead space.
  • Heavier base.
  • Can be used with or without an airstone.*
  • Easy to clean. Just rise and squeeze under cold running water.

*not included

 

Hydro-Sponge Size Comparison

Description

Sponge Size (inches)

Tank Size

Surface Area (SQ. IN)

Hydro-Sponge I

2 x 3 3/4

>10 Gallons

Single (46.1)

Hydro-Sponge II

4 x 2 3/4

>20 gallons

Single (49.4)

Hydro-Sponge III

4 x 3 3/4

>40 gallons

Single (74.4)

Hydro-Sponge IV

4 x 4 3/4

>80 gallons

Single (104.7)

Hydro-Sponge V

4 x 5 3/4

<125 gallons

Single (138.4)

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