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Canister Filter — aquarium equipment

Canister Filter

An external filter with high media capacity and flexible hose routing. Best for medium to large planted tanks.

Specifications

Category

Filter

Brand

Model

Flow rate

1500 L/h

Power

16 W

Suitable tank

100–1000 L

Pros

Large media capacity
Very quiet
Flexible media options

Cons

Higher cost
More setup work
Prime/startup care needed

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