XY‑2882 – double-sided biological sponge filter
Dual-arm sponge filter with ceramic media for mechanical and biological filtration in aquariums. It runs…
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This dual-arm sponge filter suits aquarium keepers who want mechanical and biological filtration in one unit. Each arm holds a sponge and a container with ceramic biological media, so the filter can handle debris and dissolved waste in the same setup. It is intended for small fish, which the fish guard keeps from being drawn into the intake.
Why it matters
- Two separate filtration stages: the sponge traps particles such as dust, sediment and food residue, while the ceramic media supports bacterial colonies that break down harmful substances.
- Each of the two containers holds its own ceramic media, so media can be adjusted per arm to improve water quality.
- A fish guard protects small fish from being sucked into the filter.
- Two suction cups let you position the filter and move it within the tank, and the outlet length can be adjusted.
Specifications
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- Height: 20 cm
- Sponge diameter: 4.5 cm
- Sponge height: 8 cm
- Sponge material: biodegradable
- Media: ceramic biological filter media
- Power: air-driven (powered by an air pump)
- Outlet: adjustable length
- Operation: quiet
- Cleaning: easy to clean
What it works with
The filter is designed for aquarium setups that rely on air-driven filtration and need both sponge-based mechanical filtration and biological media. Its 20 cm height and 4.5 x 8 cm sponges define the setup it fits, and it is best paired with an air pump, since it is powered by air rather than its own motor.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. The first stage removes solid particles such as dust, silt and food remains, and the second stage uses bacteria in the ceramic media to break down harmful substances. Each of the two chambers holds ceramic biological filter media.
The filter is designed to protect small fish from being drawn in. Its sponge is 4.5 cm in diameter and 8 cm high.
The filter is powered by an air pump (aerator), which is not included in the product data. The ceramic media also help increase the oxygen level in the tank.
The filter is listed as easy to clean, and its sponge is biodegradable. The sponge measures 4.5 cm in diameter and 8 cm in height.
The filter is 20 cm high, and the outlet length can be adjusted. It is fixed in place with two suction cups, so it can be positioned and hidden in different spots in the tank.
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