{"product_id":"sun-sun-hw-304b-canister-filter-plus-9w-uv-lamp-2000l-h","title":"Sun Sun HW-304B Canister Filter plus 9W UV LAMP 2000l\/h","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSun Sun HW-304B Canister Filter plus 9W UV LAMP 2000l\/h\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sun Sun HW-304B Canister Filter plus 9W UV LAMP 2000l\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e is an external aquarium filter that combines biological, mechanical and chemical filtration with a built-in ultraviolet steriliser. It suits aquarists who want to free up space inside the tank and need a large media capacity, particularly on larger-volume aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-stage filtration: water passes through three internal layered baskets filled with filter media, giving thorough biological, mechanical and chemical filtration in one unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong biological purification for a noticeably cleaner, waste-free look to your tank water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in UV sterilisation: water is pumped slowly past a UV lamp and exposed to ultraviolet light, which kills, sterilises or otherwise irreparably damages many micro-organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe UV light is sealed inside a quartz glass sleeve, designed to let the maximum amount of UV pass into the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bar fitted to the outlet tube to help increase oxygen aeration in your tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal canister design frees up space inside the aquarium while offering a huge internal capacity for filter media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree flexible media trays that are easy to access, so you can customise your media choices to suit your aquarium and fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip-free shut-off tap for simple, mess-free servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canister draws aquarium water in through the inlet tube and sends it up through the layered media baskets. It then passes the UV lamp and returns clear water to the tank through the outlet tube and spray bar. The inlet and outlet tubes are both supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain the filter, use the drip-free shut-off tap to detach the unit and carry it away from the tank to a more suitable spot for cleaning. Each media basket lifts smoothly out of the unit, can be rinsed through easily and returned so the filter can carry on working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists with larger-volume tanks who need plenty of room for filter media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants to keep filtration equipment out of the tank to leave more swimming and decorating space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquarists who want mechanical, biological and chemical filtration and UV sterilisation in a single external unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three flexible media trays accept other filtration media, including SunSun activated carbon, ceramic rings and bio-balls. These can be purchased separately in their own listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow rate: 2000l\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV lamp: 9W, housed in a quartz glass sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration stages: three layered internal media baskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiltration types: biological, mechanical and chemical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutlet: spray bar fitted to the outlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing: drip-free shut-off tap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Sun HW-304B canister filter with built-in 9W UV lamp, 2000l\/h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet tube and outlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bar fitted to the outlet tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter matting (the only filter media included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic rings, activated carbon and bio media are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich filter media is supplied with this canister filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFilter matting only. Ceramic rings, activated carbon and bio media are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have a UV steriliser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. A 9W UV lamp is built in, sealed inside a quartz glass sleeve, and water is pumped slowly past it as it moves through the filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add my own media, such as carbon or ceramic rings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The three flexible media trays let you add SunSun activated carbon, ceramic rings or bio-balls, so you can tailor the filter to your aquarium and fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nClose the drip-free shut-off tap, detach the filter and take it to a suitable cleaning area. 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