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Marineland Penguin Bio-Wheel Power Filter 150 GPH, Multi-Stage Aquarium Filtration,black, 20 - 30 Gallon Aquarium, 150 GPH

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Size: 20 - 30 Gallon Aquarium, 150 GPH


Pattern Name: Filter


Features

  • WITH ROTATING BIO-WHEEL: Patented Bio-Wheel technology provides excellent wet/dry biological filtration.
  • MULTI-STAGE FILTRATION: Delivers mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration to maintain a clean aquatic environment.
  • MARINELAND FILTRATION PRODUCTS: Count on Marineland brand for the most reliable, technically advanced aquariums and accessories on the market.
  • COMPATIBILITY: Use with Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges (see individual filter for sizing recommendations).
  • FIVE SIZES: Available in 75 GPH, 100 GPH, 150 GPH, 200 GPH and 350 GPH sizes.

Description

Marineland brand is the world’s leading brand of innovative equipment and environments for consumers wishing to create the ultimate aquatic showcase. Committed to fishkeeping success for over 40 years, the brand is the professional’s choice for commercial display systems and scientific research. Whatever you’re passionate about – freshwater or saltwater, big or small, beauty or science – make your aquarium your own. Marineland Penguin Bio-Wheel Power Filter delivers easy, three-stage mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration. This powerful filter contains patented rotating Bio-Wheel technology to provide superior wet/dry biological filtration for nitrifying bacteria growth and eliminating toxic ammonia and nitrate fast. As it rotates, the Bio-Wheel exposes beneficial bacteria to the air, helping bacteria work harder and faster to keep your aquarium ammonia-free. The Bio-Wheel never clogs or needs to be replaced. All Bio-Wheel filters feature noise-reducing, two-piece vented covers and adjustable mid-level intake strainers. Uses Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges with Black Diamond Premium Activated Carbon to filter out dirt and debris for maximum water clarity. Available in five sizes: 75 GPH (for aquariums up to 10 gallons); 100 GPH (for aquariums up to 20 gallons); 150 GPH (for aquariums up to 30 gallons); 200 GPH (for aquariums up to 50 gallons); 350 GPH (for aquariums up to 70 gallons). Clean, sparkling water is the mark of a healthy, thriving aquarium. The amount of filtration needed to maintain an aquarium depends on a number of variables. These include tank size, individual maintenance habits and fish population. Whatever your individual needs, Marineland brand has the filtration products you need to deliver on- target, advanced filtration. Penguin Power Filters: Easy and Effective FiltrationPenguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters deliver effective, easy, 3-stage aquarium filtration—without the hassle of air pumps, valves, and tubing or air stones. Convenient Rite-Size Filter Cartridges come ready to use with each filter . to mechanically and chemically remove waste, discoloration, and odors. Biological filtration is provided by the revolutionary BIO- Wheel—proven best at removing toxic ammonia and nitrite.Additional FeaturesTwo-Piece Vented Cover: Designed for convenient filter cartridge access and quiet operationAdjustable Mid-Level Intake: Attaches to the intake tube for improved water circulation3-Stage FiltrationStage 1: Mechanical FiltrationAt this stage, the Penguin Rite-Size Filter Cartridge floss screens out dirt and debris and utilizes a patented ribbed back for maximum water to carbon contact.Stage 2: Chemical FiltrationBlack Diamond Premium Activated carbon works to remove odors, discoloration, and impurities.Stage 3: Biological FiltrationThe patented BIO-Wheel eliminates toxic ammonia and nitrite on contact and is designed to grow the beneficial bacteria needed for biological filtration. The BIO-Wheel now features 50% more surface area.Pick the Right Filter for Your Size Aquarium Certified Flow Rate Aquarium Size Penguin 100 100 GPH Up to 20 gallons Penguin 150 150 GPH Up to 30 gallons Penguin 200 200 GPH Up to 50 gallons Penguin 350 350 GPH Up to 70 gallons Start-Up and MaintenanceThe Penguin Power Filter requires virtually no set-up, making it perfect for any fish lover. Simply follow the manual in connecting the parts and then hang the filter onto the back of your tank. Be sure to prime your filter with aquarium water before you plug it in. Once you have set-up your filter you can adjust the water flow by using the mid-level strainer. After the initial set- up maintenance of this filter is quite easy. Simply remove and replace the filter cartridge after approximately one month and clean the filter as needed. It is also important to maintain an adequate water level in your tank to insure your Penguin Power filter runs quietly and efficiently.Find the Rite-Size Filter for YouEach Penguin Power Filter comes with one Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridge. Take a look below to see which cartridge is correct for your filter and ensure proper maintenance. Rite-Size A Cartridge Rite-Size B Cartridge Rite-Size C Cartridge Fits Penguin 100 and Mini Power Filters Fits Penguin 125, 150 Power Filters Fits Penguin 170, 200, 330, 350 Power Filters Tetra Water CareTetra sets the bar high in water care treatment and maintenance with a four-step, color-coded system. From aquarium start-up and routine maintenance, to trouble shooting solutions and testing, Tetra offers everything you need to keep your aquarium water healthy. Take a look at the chart below to see the full line of Tetra water care treatments and testing supplies.Start-Up New Aquarium? Tetra SafeStart allows you to safely add fish to your tank immediately. Maintenance Use AquaSafe whenever adding water to neutralize chlorine and heavy metals. Use EasyBalance weekly to keep your water chemistry balanced. Solutions High ammonia? Use AmmoniaSafe liquid or tablets. Cloudy water? Clear it up with WaterClarifier Liquid or Tablets. Algae issues? Keep in check with AlgaeControl liquid or No More Algae tablets. Testing Tetra EasyStrips make regular water testing a breeze.

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Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 6 x 7.38 inches; 1.86 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ PF0150B


Department ‏ : ‎ Filters


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 3, 2004


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Marineland


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China


Best Sellers Rank: #12,915 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #122 in Aquarium Filter Accessories


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Item Weight: 1.86 pounds


Department: Filters


Manufacturer: Marineland


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: PF0150B


Date First Available: August 3, 2004


Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 8.17 x 7.21 x 5.91 inches


Item Dimensions LxWxH: 8.25 x 6 x 7.38 inches


Item Weight: 1.86 Pounds


Brand Name: MarineLand


Target Audience Keyword: fish, ( reptiles | amphibians )


Directions: See label for details


Warranty Description: See label for details


Model Name: Marineland


Color: black


Size: 20 - 30 Gallon Aquarium, 150 GPH


Material: Plastic


Age Range Description: All Life Stages


Number of Items: 1


Specific Uses for Product: Indoor


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  • Very powerful, and so quiet!
I{m using this filter on my new 20 gallon long. Everything works perfectly! the bio weel is spinning, its super quiet, and its producing great flow into my tank. what more can I say, its everything I hoped for. it also comes with an extra part to extend the intake. I'm not using it because its too deep for my 20 gallon long, but its cool anyway, and if you have a tall I think it would be great. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2025 by Michelle Castleberry

  • This filter is a beast!
Well, I’m pretty amazed at how this filter functions. I have a Betta in a 20 gallon tank. I ordered the (up to 30 gallon) filter and I probably should have gotten the smaller one. This thing is so powerful it’s mind blowing, or fish blowing in this case. My poor Betta was in a vortex, but my tank was pristine in less then half an hour. Luckily my husband and I are incredibly creative and were able to build a water catchment system involving a bottle with holes in it and a self created harness to hold it in place, the end result being we now have an amazing filter, a happy fish, and an oxygenating bubble station all in one! Haha I’m going to order filter floss to stuff it with and hopefully slow down the flow a bit, but I’m very happy with this unit and would recommend (unless you hate falling water sounds, this definitely has a waterfall sound!) I would recommend making sure you get the size for your tank! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2019 by SeaAK

  • Clever and quiet. Glad I switched over
I bought this a few weeks ago, and wanted to give it time to do its job before writing anything up. A filter is responsible for circulating water, removing particulates, and allowing for a buildup of the healthy bacteria that breaks down ammonia and other by-products of a tank. For years, I had used the Whisper filters, and after getting ready to place another order for filter media, I thought why not try something different. I didn't like that I had to put together the filter media myself, I didn't like how the charcoal always ended up gunked up at the bottom of the bag, and I didn't like how clogged up the bio sponge thing had gotten over time. It seemed like I was getting less time in between changing filter media, and a new filter was only a few bucks more than a box of refills... kind of like razor blades. The Penguin filter has a few marked improvements over the standard filter, the most obvious being the spinning bio wheel, which allows for a buildup of bacteria without allowing it to get gunked up with bits of food and... stuff which decreases overall performance. Next, the filter media goes straight from the box to the filter. There is a waffle-like pattern to the charcoal side which ensures that it doesn't all just sink to the bottom, and when you're done, you just toss it out. No digging through the old pad for the plastic form. The downtube has a secondary opening up top, which can be closed off, which is supposed to enable better circulation of the water. Not sure, but sounds good... I have mine open. It's been running in my tank for about three weeks now, and the water is more consistently clean than it has been in recent years. There was a bloom of cloudyness the first few days, which I guess would be attributed to a re-establishing of bacteria, but only a few days later, the water became not only more clear, but seemed to take on less of a greenish haze that had been a problem before. One thing I will say is that while the mechanism is virtually silent, you do have to keep an eye on your water levels (which you should anyway) because if the water isn't basically just lined up with the lip of the ... I guess I'll say exit point of the filter, it does get somewhat splashy and noisy. All in all, a definite improvement over the traditional Whisper style filters, worth the upgrade. I have the 20-30 gallon 150GPH model on a 29 gallon tank, and it's doing a great job so far. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2012 by Don't Stop Banana

  • Use to be loud but it’s fixed and works GREAT!
I just received this and immediately got it set up. The set up is super easy. You just attach a couple of things, place it in your Aquarium, and fill the filter with water. No big deal. But I immediately noticed it was LOUD. I can’t really describe the noise, it sounds like a motor. Constant noise. I reread the directions and reviews. Noticed that it could be the impeller. So I took it apart and reassembled. Still noisy. I called the manufacturer. They say it has to be the impeller and will send me a new one. Great. Decided I would look at the impeller one more time. So again, took it apart. The impeller looks fine (but what do I know) and I put it back together. It wouldn’t turn on! Whyyyyyyy. I call the manufacturer again. I get a list of directions on what to do. Take apart the filter, make sure to take the impeller out. Let it sit for 20 minutes. Put it back together. Place in tank and turn on, feel the impeller, if there’s a pull then it’s working. Ok but it’s not turning on!? So!? I’m going to try this. I doubt it will work though. Other than the noise and not turning on, the filter worked pretty good. I will be aiming for a replacement and hope it’s just a flook and not a total loss. Update to come soon! *UPDATE* well I’ll be damned, it worked! I let it sit out for about 30 minutes (impeller detached and all) and then put it back together. Placed it in tank, and it turned on. Better yet: it’s QUIET! So if you have noise issues, DO THIS. So far it is working flawlessly for my 20 gallon Aquarium. The tank looks great only after 24 hours of use! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2020 by Kristina M

  • Durable. Easy to install and repair.
The biowheel is worthless. The product is top notch. Don't buy the replacement filters from marineland. Make your own. It's cheaper and more efficient. I have been using five marineland filters for various aquariums for years without any malfunctions. this is a reliable product for your tank.
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025 by JPMMATZKIN

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