Featured Aquarium Wet Dry Filters


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PRO CLEAR AQUATICS - PRO 300 WET/DRY FILTER w/PREFILTER

A must for any aquatic ecosystem

Wet/Dry Filters enhance biological filtration as well as mechanical filtration.The Aquaclear Wet/Dry Filtration Systems can reduce your maintenance time and do a much a better job than traditional filters.

Includes Pre-filter (overflow box), Protein Skimmer with pump, Bio-Balls, and all tubing. Bio balls need little maintenance and no replacement.

    FEATURES:
  • * Upgraded overflow box Included. One-piece molded box that draws water from both the top and the bottom of the tank. Cover to keep it quiet.
  • * Protein Skimmer Placed Before Biological Media
  • * Pump Included for Operation of Skimmer
  • * Bio-Balls Biological Media Included
  • * Three Foot Heavy Duty Spiral Drain Hose (easy assembly requires no extra hardware or sealants).
  • * Thick non kinking return hose
  • * Heavy Duty Non-warping lid
  • * Directional Return Spout
  • * Foam Water Polishing Block
  • * Ventilation Holes in Bacteria Chamber Promotes Gas Exchange
  • * Constant Water Level Area for Mounting of Heaters and Probes
  • * Protein Skimmer Removes Easily for Cleaning, While System Remains Operational
  • * Lifetime Warranty against Defects in Material Or Workmanship
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Aquaclear Pro Series Wet/Dry Filtration Systems

MODEL# DIMENSIONS BIOLOGICAL
CAPACITY		 CAPACITY SUMP AREA
207510 Pro 75 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 19.75" x 8.25" x 21"H 2.4 Gal 75 gal or
300 gph		 8.75 gal
207770 Pro 150 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 24"L x 10"W x 21"H 4.2 gal. 150 gal or
600 gph		 15 gal.
207003 Pro 200 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 26" x 12" x 22"H 5.9 gal 200 gal or
900 gph		 19 gal
203002 Pro 300 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 32" x 12" x 22"H 9 Gal 300 gal or
1200 gph		 24 gal
 



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PRO CLEAR AQUATICS PRO 200 WET/DRY FILTER w/PREFILTER

Same features as above.

Includes Pre-filter (overflow box), Protein Skimmer with pump, Bio-Balls, and all tubing. Bio balls need little maintenance and no replacement.

Aquaclear Pro Series Wet/Dry Filtration Systems

MODEL# DIMENSIONS BIOLOGICAL
CAPACITY		 CAPACITY SUMP AREA
207003 Pro 200 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 26" x 12" x 22"H 5.9 gal 200 gal or
900 gph		 19 gal

 

 

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PRO CLEAR AQUATICS PRO 150 WET/DRY FILTER w/PREFILTER

Same features as above.

Includes Pre-filter (overflow box), Protein Skimmer with pump, Bio-Balls, and all tubing. Bio balls need little maintenance and no replacement.

Aquaclear Pro Series Wet/Dry Filtration Systems

MODEL# DIMENSIONS BIOLOGICAL
CAPACITY		 CAPACITY SUMP AREA
207770 Pro 150 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 24" L x 10" W x 21"H 4.2 gal 150 gal or
600 gph		 15 gal

 

 

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PRO CLEAR AQUATICS PRO 75 WET/DRY FILTER w/PREFILTER

Same features as above.

Includes Pre-filter (overflow box), Protein Skimmer with pump, Bio-Balls, and all tubing. Bio balls need little maintenance and no replacement.

Aquaclear Pro Series Wet/Dry Filtration Systems

MODEL# DIMENSIONS BIOLOGICAL
CAPACITY		 CAPACITY SUMP AREA
207510 Pro 75 Wet/Dry
w/Prefilter		 19.75" x 8.25" x 21"H 2.4 Gal 75 gal or
300 gph		 8.75 gal

 

 



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ESHOPPS WET DRY FILTERS

Ready for set-up. Includes everything but the pump.
 
Professionally hand-crafted for precise fit and operation. Easy assembly.
 
FEATURES:
* Overflow Box
* Drip Tray & Cover
* Filter Pad
* Clear Vinyl Tubing

* Bio Balls

* Egg Crate

* Return Valve

* 3 ft x 1¼" Drain Hose * 1¼"
 
Bulkhead (bulkhead fittings are superior to PVC fittings)
ES89064: 13 gallon capacity overflow. 2.7 gallon bio area. Biological Filtration Chamber is 9" x 9.5" x 16"
ES89094: 20 gallon capacity overflow. 4.6 gallon bio area. Biological Filtration Chamber is 11" x 11.5" x 16"
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ESHOPPS REEF SUMPS

Micron filter bag prefilters your sump
Specifically designed for reef and saltwater systems. Professionally hand-crafted for precise fit and operation.

A reef sump has important benefits to any aquarium.By using the sump to hold extra water, the volume of water in the system is increased. Evaporation from the tank itself is mitigated by the reserve in the sump, preventing the annoying need to constantly add water to the tank.

Additionally, larger water volume in saltwater systems makes the system more stable. The chemistry and temperature change on a day to day basis in a large volume of water is less by percentage than the same change to a smaller volume of water.

 

    The sump is the ideal place to house equipment such as heaters, filters, skimmers, thermometers or any other equipment that detracts from the aesthetics of the tank.

    The sump is an excellent place to add new water, medicate, adjust chemical balances etc. By using the water in the sump, the effect of changes to the chemistry is less dramatic on the delicate inhabitants of the tank (having been diluted by the sump water before it is introduced into the main tank)

    Sizing: The size of your sump is generally dictated by the space into which you will fit it. If you are going to invest in a sump, make is as big as your can area can handle without inhibiting our ability to get equipment in and out of it without dismantling it - the bigger the better.What is the difference between a sump and a wet/dry filter? A wet/dry filter is actually just a sump with a chamber for bio-media (often bio balls) built into it.
     
    Eshopps Reef Sumps Include:
  • * Micron Filter Bag
  • * Sponge
  • * Cover
  • * 3 ft x 1¼" Drain Hose
  • * 1¼" Bulkhead (bulkhead fittings are superior to PVC fittings)
  • RS100: 20 Gallon Capacity Sump. Pre-Filtration Chamber is 12" x 11.5"
    RS200: 25 Gallon Capacity Sump. Pre-Filtration Chamber is 18" x 11.5"



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ESHOPPS OVERFLOW BOXES

Designed to fit between your tank and the wall. Need only 3" clearance.
Professionally hand-crafted for precise fit and operation.

Overflow boxes are typically used to bring water from the main aquarium to the wet-dry filter or the sump. They consist of a "skimmer" box inside the tank (that has small slits to help prevent smaller fish from "overflowing" out of the tank and into the sump) and a larger box with hose attachments outside the tank. Water that rises above the level of the "skimmer" will "overflow" into the sump below, thus keeping the water level in the tank constant.

The surface of the water is constantly skimmed, removing undesirable film and enhancing gas exchange. Additionally, the water is aerated as the water falls over the overflow, down the drain and splashes into the sump.

    FEATURES:
  • * Siphon tube
  • * Cylinder sponge
  • * Nylon screw and wing nuts
  • * Pre-filter box
  • * 1¼" Bulkhead (bulkhead fittings are superior to PVC fittings)
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MARINELAND WET/DRY FILTERS

High-Capacity Acrylic Sump Filtration Systems
The ultimate solution for big tank filtration - for marine, freshwater and reef systems.

Water enters the filter and is forced over the top of the intake column. There it drips through the mechanical and chemical filter trays, onto the BIO-Wheel where biological filtration (removal of toxic ammonia and nitrite) is efficiently carried out by a commercial-sized BIO-Wheel. Flow continues into sump area then is passed through the dedicated skimmer/refugium area.

Ample sump design features skimmer/refugium area for further customization.
 
Revolutionary front-loading media trays make keeping your filter in tip top shape a breeze. They also allow customization and expansion of mechanical and chemical filtration process.

Purchase a siphon overflow box for un-drilled aquariums. (shown below and above)

     
    Marineland Wet Dry Filter Sump Filtration System FEATURES:
  • * New design fits easily in stand. The ultimate solution for big tank filtration.
  • * Front loading easy-access media trays, plus patented high-capacity BIO-Wheel® (included; removable).
  • * 100% acrylic. Flame-polished edges; unsurpassed quality throughout.
  • * Dedicated chamber for Marine Series protein skimmer maintains constant water depth.
  • * High volume of flow through sump helps minimize debris buildup on bottom.

  • * Includes Elbow and 22" of 1" flexible drain hose.

Four Models for Different Size Tanks
Model #1:
  • Tanks up to 55 gallons
  • Overall Dimensions: 28" x 9-11/16" x 19-25/32" H
  • Sump Dimensions: 28" x 9-11/16" x 12" H
  • Max Flow: 700 GPH
  • Intake: Single 1"
  • Recommended Pump at 4' head: Mag-drive 5
    		•  Model #2:
  • Tanks up to 75 gallons
  • Overall Dimensions: 30-3/8" x 11-3/8" x 19-25/32" H
  • Sump Dimensions: 30-3/8" x 11-3/8" x 12-1/2" H
  • Max Flow: 700 GPH
  • Intake: Single 1"
  • Recommended Pump at 4' head: Mag-drive 7
    • Model #3:
  • Tanks 80 to 125 gallons
  • Overall Dimensions: 38-13/16" x 15-7/16" x 19-17/32" H
  • Sump Dimensions: 38-13/16 x 15-7/16" x 11-17/32" H
  • Max Flow: 1400 GPH
  • Intake: Dual 1"
  • Recommended Pump at 4' head: Mag-drive 9.5
    		•  Model #4:
  • Tanks 125 to 265 gallons
  • Overall Dimensions: 38-13/16" x 15-7/16" x 19-17/32" H
  • Sump Dimensions: 38-13/16 x 15-7/16" x 15-21/32" H
  • Max Flow: 1400 GPH
  • Intake: Dual 1"
  • Recommended Pump at 4' head: Mag-drive 12 or 18 depending on size of tank




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    TIDEPOOL S.O.S. SKIMMER PRE-FILTER BOX (Silent Overflow Skimmer)


    Over flow box for your wet/dry filter system. Silent and efficient.

    Overflow boxes are typically used to bring water from the main aquarium to the wet-dry filter or the sump. They consist of a "skimmer" box inside the tank (that has small slits to help prevent smaller fish from "overflowing" out of the tank and into the sump) and a larger box with hose attachments outside the tank. Water that rises above the level of the "skimmer" will "overflow" into the sump below, thus keeping the water level in the tank constant.

     
    The surface of the water is constantly skimmed, removing undesirable film and enhancing gas exchange. Additionally, the water is aerated as the water falls over the overflow, down the drain and splashes into the sump.
     
    Tidepool S.O.S. (Silent overflow skimmer) is designed to work in concert with the tidepool sump and most other sump filtration units. Starts and maintains water flow via a safety siphon - no valves to fail. Its silent, safe and capable of handling a flow rate of up to 600 G.P.H. Has adjustable overflow control rod and maximum flow siphon tube.
     
    Pre-filters using two filter packs: White is coarse density pad. Blue is regular density pad. Helps prevent clogging of the media trays which can foul the sump, damage the pump, and be returned to the aquarium unfiltered. Add the carbon pillow for quick, easy carbon filtration. Uses faster acting Black Diamond Premium Activated Carbon.
      Tidepool Overflow Boxes Include:
    • * Inner & outer skimmer boxes
    • * Coarse (white) polyfiber prefilter pad
    • * Maxiflow siphon tubes with siphon start tubing
    • * Overflow control rod
    • * Sump flow tube and safety overflow tube
    • two 1 1/2" x 30" drain hoses with molded PVC fittings and clamps..
    • * Sump, Pump, sump plumbing connections and bulkhead fittings are not included.
    Interior Skimmer-PreFilter Box Dimensions: 9"W x 6"H x 3" Deep
    Outer Overflow Box Dimensions: 9-1/2"W x 9-1/2"H x 4-1/2" Deep
    For use on non-drilled fresh or saltwater aquariums over 40 gallons.

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    PROFLEX REFUGIUM FILTERS

    Amazing flexibility to be used as a refugium or a Berlin style filter.
    For professional reef and saltwater tanks. Removable wall allows switch from refugium to Berlin sump based on the needs of the tank.

    A refugium is a miniature ecosystem attached to your main tank often housing isolated populations of sensitive animals or plants. Much like a greenhouse on a space ship, a refugium will improve the quality of your saltwater system by adding extra filtration, bionutrients and other food sources as well as giving refuge to sensitive species.

    Refugiums can be used to keep the peace in your salt water tank: used as a refuge chamber for the more delicate species such as sea horses and peppermint shrimp (to name just two) who would otherwise become a food source for the other inhabitants of the tank. It can also provide a place to raise fry in a tank that shares the water with their birth tank

    Refugiums can be used to supply live food and planktons to your aquarium. They are well suited to cultivate food sources such as algae and micro-fauna separate from the predation by herbivorous inhabitants of the main tank. Cultivating Caulerpa and other macroalgaes can help to consume ammonia/nitrates and phosphates that accumulate unhealthfully in your tank.

      Refugiums can help maintain pH levels.

      It can be used for something as simple as just increasing your water volume.The new ProFlex Filters are easy to maintain. Simply change the filter socks as needed. (200 micron filter socks included) Water enters the first chamber through the filter sock. Light sits above the refugium chamber to encourage the growth of beneficial bacterias and algae species in that chamber. Then the water passes through the foam filter into the sump area where it is pumped back to the tank after being filtered.

      Refugium FEATURES:
    • * All systems include the pre-filter (overflow box)
    • * 200 micron filter sock(s)
    • 5/8"id (3/4"od) vinyl tubing approx 5ft long
    • Spiral flex hose 1.25" x 3ft.
    • Input and Lights
      • - 100 gal: Includes light with 2 65K bulbs; single input with single sock;
        Overall Size: 24" x 10" x 16"
        Sump Area: 7-3/8" x 9-1/2" x 14"
      • - 200 gal: Includes light with 3 65K bulbs; dual input with 2 socks
        Overall Size: 32" x 12" x 16";
        Sump Area: 10" x 11-5/8" x 14"
      • - 300 gal: Includes light with 4 65K bulbs; dual input with 2 socks
        Overall Size: 36" x 16" x 16"
        Sump Area:12-1/4" x 15-1/2" x 14"
      • - 400 gal: Includes light with 4 65K bulbs; dual input with 2 socks
        Overall Size: 42" x 16" x 16"
        Sump Area: 14-3/8" x 15-3/4" x 14"
    • Lifetime Warranty against Defects in Material Or Workmanship
       

     

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    Wet Dry Filters

     

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    LEARN ABOUT WET DRY FILTRATION

    Wet/dry filters are the highest quality aquarium filters. They are most often used by the advanced hobbyist who wants to keep the most sensitive species. Saltwater fish and reef inhabitants must have the most stable water conditions possible to survive and thrive.
     
    However, if more hobbyists understood how aquarium wet dry filters work, they would become a standard for all aquarists who want to keep more fish and more sensitive fish, and who want to reduce their maintenance to a minimum.
     
    The ocean is a very stable water environment by virtue of the fact that it has such a vast amount of water. The temperature changes are very gradual. The quality of the water changes imperceptibly over time.
     
    One of the keys to simulating that stable environment in your aquarium is an increase in the quantity of water. Certainly, you can purchase a larger aquarium. However, it is less expensive, and takes up less room to install a water expansion chamber UNDER the aquarium, hidden in the stand. (see refugiums also)
     
    Essentially that is what a wet dry filter is: A clear acrylic chamber (a sump) that holds water and all of the elements to clean the water in your aquaruim - all housed out of sight.
     
     
    All wet dry filters accept water from your aquarium via a trickle-down device. When the water enters the filter, it passes through media chambers that hold the elements necessary for cleansing the water of its pollutants.
     
    The water is passed over the media by means of a directed trickle or a rotating spray bar that disperses it to drip through the first mechanical filter: a filter pad that traps large particulates and debris.
     
    From there it goes through a media that pulls out colors, odors, medication, and other organic compounds: usually a carbon chamber or pad.
     
    See several brands and configurations of aquarium wet dry filters
    The HUGE advantage of wet dry filters is their biological chambers. Most contain a filter compartment that houses media supporting aerobic bacteria: The type of oxygen-loving bacteria that lilterally digest the ammonia and nitrites in your tank that kill the inhabitants.
     
    As the water passes through the chemical filtration media it continues to drip down (collecting oxygen as it goes). By the time it reaches the biological chamber or wheel, it is oxygen-rich and organic-compound-and-particulate-free. The oxygen feeds the bacteria, keeping it healthy and reproducing. The ammonia and nitrite are turned to nitrate.
     
    The perfect balance is maintained between the amount of pollutants the tank produces and the amount of bacteria the filter produces to process the pollutants.
     
    Clean water is returned to the tank by means of a submersible pump that pumps it back up to the tank.
     
    Maintenance is reduced because the volume of water has been enlarged, thus reducing the percentage nitrate content. Fewer water changes and less "fiddling" with the media.
     
    The filter is hidden from view and generally contains enough sump space to house your heater right in the filter sump and out of the aquarium's panoramic view. Many wet dry filters also contain protein skimmers or you can add one. You can plumb a UV sterilizer right into the pump-return. All of this additional equipment (while not critical) will greatly enhance your aquarium's stability, save your fish, and reduce your maintenance time and workload. An none of it will be cluttering your relaxing view.

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