Join the millions of other demanding aquarists that have chosen Penguin filters with complete, 3-stage aquarium filtration to keep their aquarium clear, clean, and healthy. These Bio Wheel Aquarium filters are one of the best aquarium power filters for any aquarist. Check out these fantastic improvements to the already efficient Penguin line. A larger Bio-wheel means more area for nitrifying bacteria to grow, keeping your aquarium totally free of harmful ammonia and nitrites. Increased flow rates maintain optimum water circulation and insure proper Bio-wheel rotation. Adjustable mid-level intake strainer allows you to take aquarium water from mid-tank for complete circulation. The Penguin’s all-new cover design and sealed motor dramatically reduces water noise while still maintaining optimum oxygenation. All Penguin filters use the handy Rite-Size filtration media cartridges so changing the filter is a snap. Penguin filter cartridges take care of all mechanical and chemical filtration in your aquarium and are extremely easy to replace. For complete, easy aquarium filtration for your aquarium, nothing works like a Penguin filter.
Filed under Filtration by on Dec 11th, 2009. Comment. 
A good and working filtration system is what you need in order to have a healthy and lively Koi pond. A filtration system promotes the biological balance in your pond. A good filter works well without the use of a pump in order to force water through it.
So what are the types of filters that you can use for your Koi pond? There are two kinds of filtration systems. These are the mechanical and the biological filtration systems. The biological filtration system relies on bacteria in breaking down toxic wastes (ammonia or pH), converting them into nitrates. Nitrates are less harmful substances (they only become harmful to your fish when left untreated at large amounts and high levels).
The mechanical filtration system is the one that cleans the particles (solid wastes from your pets) from the pond’s water, which are being trapped in the filter and cleaned up during the regular maintenance.
Your pond is a big area wherein the strength of the filter isn’t enough to promote the water circulation (keep in mind that your fish requires a continuous supply of oxygen). For this, to increase the strength, you can put add-ons like waterfalls, fountains, etc. These features can promote aeration, a process that agitates the water and in turn giving more oxygen to your pond.
It is necessary for you to keep the chemical mixture of the water at a healthy, normal range for your pets, so it’s important for you to test the chemical content of your pond every week, and this is done by bringing a water sample to your local pet store and have them test it, or if you prefer not to have any hassles in going to the pet store, you can choose to buy a home testing kit to test the water all by yourself.
Take the responsibility, time and effort you need to sustain the health of your pond. Being a rewarding hobby, giving your pond the things it needs (like the filter) wlll able to give you a long-lasting outdoor pond!
Filed under Fish and Aquarium Care by on Jun 10th, 2009. Comment.
Models 1 & 1.5 – Suitable for small garden fountains, piped statuary and shallow water conditionsModel 2 – Suitable for small to medium garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModels 3 & 5 – Suitable for medium garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModel 7 – Suitable for medium to large garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModel 1200 – Suitable for large garden fountains, piped statuary, waterfalls and ponds. Designed to maintain high flow at greater pumping height.Model 1800 – Suitable for large to extra large garden fountains, piped statuary, waterfalls and ponds. Designed to maintain high flow at greater pumping height.Model 5000 – Suitable for high volume waterfalls, skimmers, large water features, ponds and fountains. Designed for high volume water circulation.
Filed under ponds by on Aug 10th, 2008. Comment.
Models 1 & 1.5 – Suitable for small garden fountains, piped statuary and shallow water conditionsModel 2 – Suitable for small to medium garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModels 3 & 5 – Suitable for medium garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModel 7 – Suitable for medium to large garden fountains, piped statuary and pondsModel 1200 – Suitable for large garden fountains, piped statuary, waterfalls and ponds. Designed to maintain high flow at greater pumping height.Model 1800 – Suitable for large to extra large garden fountains, piped statuary, waterfalls and ponds. Designed to maintain high flow at greater pumping height.Model 5000 – Suitable for high volume waterfalls, skimmers, large water features, ponds and fountains. Designed for high volume water circulation.
Filed under ponds by on Aug 10th, 2008. Comment.
30 or 150 gallon sizes. Submersible powerhead for fresh or saltwater aquariums Ideal for use with undergravel filters Rotational outlet directs aquarium water flow Provide healthy water movement in reef aquariums Tapered base fits uplift tubes from 3/4″” to 1-1/8″” Attach to side of tank with suction cups (included) Includes 18″” airline tubing Six foot electrival cord Top Fin Tips For filtering larger size aquariums, use multiple powerheads on undergravel filter uplift tubes to provide a combined hourly flow rate of 3-4 times the tank size. When using a powerhead in a freshwater tank for aeration or water circulation, an hourly flow rate of 2-3 times the tank size is sufficient. Saltwater tanks should circulate water a minimum of 3-4 times per hour.
Filed under filtration/circulation by on Jul 26th, 2008. Comment.
