{"product_id":"dvhey-aquarium-sponge-filter-ceramic-media","title":"DVHEY Aquarium Sponge Filter with Ceramic Media, air stone, check valve","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DVHEY aquarium sponge filter pairs a microporous sponge with ceramic media balls, and it runs on air rather than a powerhead. It is sized for tanks from 10 to 50 gallons and is listed by the manufacturer for shrimp tanks, fighting fish ponds and fresh water. The unit measures 8.9 x 8.9 x 21.3 cm (3.5 x 3.5 x 8.4 in), and the air pump that drives it is not part of the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSponge-B-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTarget audience\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003efish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS(10-50 gallon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem dimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.9 x 8.9 x 21.3 cm (3.5 x 3.5 x 8.4 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUnit count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 ounce\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded components\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esponge filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecific uses\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esponge filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRunning the filter on air\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sponge filter is powered by air and moves water by circulation. An air stone in the set produces small bubbles and a smooth water flow, and the airstream running through the lift tube is what carries water through the sponge and the ceramic balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet-up needs no tools. The check valve in the pack sits on the air line between the pump and the filter, and the pump itself has to be supplied separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow the sponge and ceramic media work together\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe sponge is a high density microporous biochemical cotton with a honeycomb structure, giving the water a large surface to pass through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic media balls sit in the unit alongside the sponge, so the filter combines two kinds of media in one body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir power drives the flow, which means the filter needs an air pump rather than a mains-powered motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe filter body detaches from its mounting for cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth the sponge and the bio ceramic media balls can be replaced and used again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat comes in the pack\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne sponge filter, model Sponge-B-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio ceramic media balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne air stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne check valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDoes this filter suit your tank?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the tank volume first: the manufacturer rates this model for 10 to 50 gallons, and tanks outside that range fall outside the stated size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the water type and livestock as well. The manufacturer lists it for fresh water, shrimp tanks and fighting fish ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pack has no air pump, so you need one on hand before the filter can run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions buyers ask about this sponge filter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat size tank is it rated for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer rates the Sponge-B-4 for tanks of 10 to 50 gallons, and the unit measures 8.9 x 8.9 x 21.3 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to buy an air pump separately?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The pack contains the sponge filter, ceramic media balls, an air stone and a check valve, and the air pump is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it go in a shrimp tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer lists it for shrimp tanks, fighting fish ponds and fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should the sponge be washed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe recommendation is a wash every 2 to 4 weeks using aquarium water, not tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the sponge and the ceramic balls reusable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth are replaceable and reusable, and the filter body detaches so the media can be taken out for cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DVHEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44478604083263,"sku":null,"price":29.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/2409\/1199\/files\/dvhey-aquarium-filter-1-pack.jpg?v=1794736645","url":"https:\/\/dogjointly.com\/products\/dvhey-aquarium-sponge-filter-ceramic-media","provider":"DogJointly","version":"1.0","type":"link"}