Petbank Automatic Fish Feeder, 200 ml, 12/24/48H interval

This automatic fish feeder holds 200 ml of food in a plastic body measuring 15 x 10 x 7 cm. It rotates once every 12, 24 or 48 hours, depending on the mode you pick, and a manual button feeds immediately. The manufacturer lists pellets, granules and powders as suitable foods for the CY-009 model.

The feeding interval and the adjustable slider

The feeder offers three smart interval modes and turns the container once every 12, 24 or 48 hours. Once you have chosen an interval, the feeder stays in place and does not need to be taken off repeatedly. A slider on the unit sets how much food goes out at each turn, so the portion is adjusted by hand rather than programmed.

For a feed outside the schedule, the manual button dispenses food straight away. The manufacturer describes setting the unit up as simple.

Battery and USB charging

A large-capacity battery powers the feeder, and it charges over USB. The manufacturer puts a single charge at 3 to 6 months of use, and the unit needs no extra battery. The 290 g (10.2 oz) weight is the feeder as supplied, with that battery inside.

What comes with the Petbank feeder

The pack includes two ways to fix the feeder to a tank: an adjustable clamp that grips the tank rim and a sticker for the tank lid.

• Feeder body in black plastic
• Adjustable clamp for the tank rim
• Sticker for mounting on the tank lid

Choosing an interval and topping up the food

Set the feeder to a 12, 24 or 48 hour cycle, then leave it running on that interval. When the container runs low, refill it with food and feeding continues on the same schedule. The manual button is there for a feed between cycles.

Fitting it to your aquarium

The feeder suits most square aquariums, and the manufacturer sets no requirement on tank size. Check that your tank has a square shape and a rim the adjustable clamp can grip, or a flat lid where the sticker will sit. The food you plan to use should be pellets, granules or powder, since those are the types the manufacturer lists. With a 200 ml container and a slider-set portion, the amount per turn is something you set yourself rather than a fixed figure.

Which points should I check before ordering?

How much food does the container hold?

The container holds 200 ml. That is the capacity of the food chamber, so the refill interval depends on how far you open the slider.

Can I feed the fish between scheduled cycles?

Yes, a manual button on the feeder dispenses food immediately. The scheduled 12, 24 or 48 hour cycle then continues as set.

What foods can go in the hopper?

The manufacturer lists pellets, granules and powders. Those three types are the ones named for this feeder.

How is the feeder attached to the tank?

It comes with an adjustable clamp for the tank rim and a sticker for the tank lid, so you can choose either fixing method.

How long does one charge last?

The manufacturer states 3 to 6 months from a single charge, and the battery recharges over USB.