{"product_id":"grech-pond-bio-pressure-filters-with-uv","title":"Grech Pond Bio Pressure Filters with UV","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrech Pond Bio Pressure Filters with UV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrech Pond Bio Pressure Filters with UV\u003c\/strong\u003e are compact pressure pond filters that combine biological and mechanical filtration with a built-in UV-C clarifier. They are made for pond keepers who want clearer, healthier water and better algae control in fish ponds and decorative ponds. Each filter improves water quality and supports a stable biological balance in the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate biological and mechanical filter chambers remove both dissolved and solid waste more efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simple, quick handle cleaning system makes maintenance easy, so you do not need to open the filter and clean the foams all the time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe biological chamber enables rapid growth of aerobic bacteria, which break down lethal ammonia and nitrite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt copes with higher water flows than traditional gravity filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe built-in UVC light controls algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet and outlet hose adapters come with the filter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe compact, dig-in design lets the pond technology almost disappear from view. All connections and the whole technology section sit in the top cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond water can be pumped to higher-located waterfalls and returned to the pond from there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed with a correctly matched pump, it helps keep the water clear and creates healthy surroundings for pond inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CPF pressure pond filter series is a latest-generation design. It puts a high-performance bio-mechanical filter and modern UV technology into one compact unit. The UV-C clarifier works with the biological and mechanical stages to make the filter more effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV-C clarification:\u003c\/strong\u003e UV-C radiation alters the tertiary and quaternary structure of the algae's proteins, which destroys the algae. The algae clump into larger particles that the mechanical filtration easily removes from the water circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiological filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e During bio-mechanical cleaning, microorganisms accumulate inside the filter and remove germs and bacteria from the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floating particles and dirt stay in the filter and do not return to the pond water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig the filter in at the edge of the pond. All connections are in the top cover, so installation is straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect a suitable pond pump and tubing (pipe) to feed water to the filter. Neither is included, and the pump's maximum volume capacity must be taken into account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want a waterfall, the pond water can be pumped to a higher-located waterfall and returned to the pond from there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow about 4–6 weeks for the filter bacteria to settle sufficiently inside the filter. Only then is it reasonable to use the UV-C pond clarifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarter bacteria can help shorten the time a new filter needs to start working.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden ponds with fish, using the fish pond rating for the chosen model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative ponds, using the higher decorative pond rating for the chosen model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond keepers who want filtration and UV algae control in one unit that can be buried at the pond edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds a separate pond pump within the pump flow rate listed for the chosen model. The pump is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds tubing (pipe) to feed water to the filter. It is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRuns on 220–240V, 50Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHose adapters: 3\/4\" and 1\" on the CPF-2500, plus 1 1\/4\". The CPF-5000, CPF-10000, CPF-15000 and CPF-30000 add a 1 1\/2\" adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll models: UV light and UV-C power as listed per model; voltage 220–240V, 50Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPF-2500\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish ponds: 2000 L (also listed as 3 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative ponds: 4000 L (also listed as 6 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow rate: 4000 L – 8000 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV light \/ UV-C power: 11W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow-through: 6000 L\/H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet\/outlet hose adapters: 3\/4\", 1\", 1 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrainer surface: 8 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter volume: 16 litres (4.2 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 312 x 312 x 471 mm (12.3\" x 12.3\" x 18.5\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPF-5000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish ponds: 4000 L (also listed as 4 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative ponds: 8000 L (also listed as 8 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow rate: 4000 L – 8000 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV light \/ UV-C power: 11W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow-through: 8000 L\/H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet\/outlet hose adapters: 3\/4\", 1\", 1 1\/4\", 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrainer surface: 12 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter volume: 20 litres (5.3 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 382 x 382 x 474 mm (15.0\" x 15.0\" x 18.7\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPF-10000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish ponds: 6000 L (also listed as 6 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative ponds: 12000 L (also listed as 12 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow rate: 4000 L – 10000 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV light \/ UV-C power: 11W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow-through: 10000 L\/H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet\/outlet hose adapters: 3\/4\", 1\", 1 1\/4\", 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrainer surface: 20 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter volume: 25 litres (6.6 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 382 x 382 x 574 mm (15.0\" x 15.0\" x 22.6\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPF-15000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish ponds: 15000 L (also listed as 15 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative ponds: 30000 L (also listed as 30 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow rate: 4000 L – 10000 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV light \/ UV-C power: 18W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow-through: 10000 L\/H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet\/outlet hose adapters: 3\/4\", 1\", 1 1\/4\", 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrainer surface: 40 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter volume: 38 litres (10.0 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 382 x 382 x 769 mm (15.0\" x 15.0\" x 30.3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPF-30000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for fish ponds: 25000 L (also listed as 30 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for decorative ponds: 50000 L (also listed as 60 m³)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePump flow rate: 10000 L – 15000 L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV light \/ UV-C power: 55W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax flow-through: 12000 L\/H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet\/outlet hose adapters: 3\/4\", 1\", 1 1\/4\", 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrainer surface: 80 m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter volume: 75 litres (19.8 gal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 458 x 458 x 771 mm (18.0\" x 18.0\" x 30.4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in models CPF-2500, CPF-5000, CPF-10000, CPF-15000 and CPF-30000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure pond filter with built-in UV-C light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet and outlet hose adapters, in the sizes listed for each model above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: a pond pump and tubing (pipe) are still required to feed water to the filter and run it. Neither is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to buy a pump separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. A pond pump is not included, and neither is tubing (pipe) to feed water to the filter. Check the pump's maximum volume capacity against the pump flow rate listed for the model you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I switch on the UV-C light?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt takes about 4–6 weeks for the filter bacteria to settle sufficiently inside a new filter. Only after that is it reasonable to use the UV-C pond clarifier. Starter bacteria can help shorten the time it takes a new filter to start working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the UV-C light control algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUV-C radiation alters the structure of the algae's proteins, which destroys them. The algae then clump into larger particles, and the mechanical filtration removes these from the water circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it with a waterfall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The pond water can be pumped to higher-located waterfalls and returned to the pond from there. The pump you choose must be suitable for the filter's listed pump flow rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to open the filter every time I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The quick handle cleaning system means you do not need to open the filter and clean the foams all the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose between the CPF models?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMatch the model to your pond volume, whether it holds fish or is purely decorative, and to your pump's flow rate. Each model has its own fish pond and decorative pond rating, listed above in both litres and cubic metres. 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