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Penn-Plax Cascade All-in-One Aquarium Canister Filter – Up to 30 Gallons (115 GPH) – Cascade 500

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Size: Cascade 500


Style: Cascade 500


Features

  • CASCADE 500 CANISTER FILTER: Without effort, the Cascade 500 Canister Filter quietly delivers crystal clear water throughout the tank. This filter cycles water at 115 Gallons per Hour, and is recommended for aquariums up to 30 gallons. Its compatible for both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks, and is also great for turtle habitats.
  • STATE OF THE ART FEATURES: In addition to the push button primer that allows for a simple and quick prime, this Canister Filter also features two independent valve taps that rotate 360 degree. This makes for easy maneuvering, even in the tightest aquarium cabinets. The 2 stackable, large capacity media baskets give aquarists the ability to customize filtration.
  • FILTER MEDIA: This Canister Filter comes standard with 2 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon. In addition to optimizing the colonization of anaerobic bacteria, this filter traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquariums water.
  • ITEMS INCLUDED: 2 Independent Valve Taps, Push Button Primer, Flow Rate Control Cut-Off Valves, Swimming-Pool Style Hose Clamps, 4 Easy Lift Alignment Clamps, Sturdy Tip-Proof Base, 2 Large Capacity Media Baskets, 2 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon.
  • MEASUREMENTS AND OTHER USEFUL INFO: The Cascade 500 Canister Filter measures 11.5 (W) x 9 (D) x 13.5 (H). Additional Info = 110 Volts / 60 Hz / 10.5 W.

Description

PENN-PLAX presents the Cascade 500 Canister Filter. Without effort, the Cascade 500 Canister Filter quietly delivers crystal clear water throughout the tank. This filter cycles water at 115 Gallons per Hour, and is recommended for aquariums up to 30 gallons. It’s compatible for both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks, and is also great for turtle habitats!State of the Art Features: In addition to the push button primer that allows for a simple and quick prime, this Canister Filter also features two independent valve taps that rotate 360°. This makes for easy maneuvering, even in the tightest aquarium cabinets! The 2 stackable, large capacity media baskets give aquarists the ability to customize filtration, and include built-in handles for utmost convenience. Furthermore, the included spray bar helps aerate your aquarium by evenly distributing filtered water over the surface.Filter Media: This Canister Filter comes standard with 2 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon. In addition to optimizing the colonization of anaerobic bacteria, this filter traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water.Items Included: 2 Independent Valve Taps, Push Button Primer Flow Rate Control Cut-Off Valves Swimming-Pool Style Hose Clamps 4 Easy Lift Alignment Clamps Sturdy Tip-Proof Base 2 Large Capacity Media Baskets 2 Poly Fiber Floss Pads 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge 1 Bag of Activated CarbonMeasurements and Other Useful Info: The Cascade 500 Canister Filter measures 11.5” (W) x 9” (D) x 13.5” (H) Additional Info = 110 Volts / 60 Hz / 10.5 W.


Brand: Penn-Plax


Product Dimensions: 11.5"L x 9"W x 13.5"H


Capacity: 115 Gallons


Included Components: Everything you need


Package Information: Bag


Purification Method: Activated Carbon


Item Weight: 9 Pounds


Model Name: CCF1UL


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.5 x 9 x 13.5 inches; 9 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ CCF1UL


Department ‏ : ‎ Racks/Futons


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 30, 2005


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Penn Plax


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China


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    • Cascade 1000 Rocks - great buy for the price - smartly made not to break- super easy to prime
Size: Cascade 1000 Style: Cascade-1000
I have a 13" pleco.....bunch of guppies texas map turtles and some other stuff in a 75 gallon tank that had to have its fluval filter taken away. I went away and when I came home it smelled terrible and I couldnt even see through the water. The pleco had to be at the window just for me to see him. I could not use the fluval 305 I use to have and I could not find another one on craigslist for 25 bucks. I researched for a day and decided to go with the cascade 1000 based on its accessories and the good reviews. Great Choice so far Pros 1. price, 99 bucks for a filter that can handle a 100 gallon tanks is great. 2. The way it is made in some ways is much better than the fluval. For one it has a clamp on each side as opposed to just two. I use to have a fluval that only had two clamps. it was much harder to clamp down and one broke...it was over then. The cascade is much easier to clamp down and if one breaks you still have three more to compensate. another way it is built better over the fluval 305 is the connectors to the motor move around so you are able to move the tubing in many more directions in a much more comfortable easier way. With the fluval the tubing was so stiff and if I wanted to re arrange the tubing I would have to take it completely out the water which was a pain. And last the biggest is the primer. instead of a little pin with a finger side handle to push and pull the water in to get it started the cascade instead uses a button. I had a fluval one I had to prime it for so long the pin broke and I had to order a new one. it still didnt work. Because the cascade is a pump button you dont have to worry about that. Another huge factor the button is far superior is because you can use the ball of your foot to pump it instead of your hands. I did this and it started in less than 30 seconds no joke. With the fluval I have tried to get it started the first time for about twenty minutes and some people give up. the way the water flow changer is made is better than the fluval because the fluvals plastic piece that is thin can get bent easily in not slide up and down in the slit. you will have no issue with that here. 3. very very easy to set up. you can see the water fill in the canister the tubes are very flexible and easy to connect. IF YOU HAVE A PRIMING ISSUE SIMPLY STOP USING YOUR HANDS< STAND UP AND USE THE BALL OF YOUR FOOT. THIS WORKED FOR ME IN LESS THAN 30 SECONDS!!!! 4. Water flow rate is great. You can adjust the water flow for output and input separately so if you are using a spray bar and want to quiet it down at night you can slow it down. The spray bar is cool but loud if you use it above water. 5. Accessories for this are pretty cool. It comes with a spray bar thats probably about 3 feet long. At first I hooked it up and it was so long it sank down in the water and looked nothing like the cool pics of spray bars I see. Then I thought about that fact that I got 8 suction cups with connectors on them. I only needed one or two for the input output hose so I connected one to the end of the spray bar and it fit perfectly. Now my spray bar is level out of the water and I can create a kind of love tunnel type thing and it sounds much better and ALSO distributes the filtered water much better. These suction cups stay on, I had a hard time with the fluval suction cups and the cascade 100 provides you with 8. you only really need 3 t 5 at the most. 6. It looks nice its not loud and the base that it sits on is much much wider than the fluval so it wont accidentally fall over. thats a big deal if you have pets or kids CONs 1. the spray bar can be a little loud if you are using it above water to fall down into the tank but I like it and some people may as well. 2. the carbon pack provided does not fit all the space mostly in the canister. it covers about 88%. with the fluval it cam with a custom sack that was large enough to cover the whole tray inside. At some point you will have to replace the carbon so if you wanted you could buy your own carbon somewhere and use some kind of product like pantyhose to make your own bag if you cant find anything for perfect fit. But either way I dont think its a big deal so I didnt worry about it. In probably 2 hours the tank stops smelling. In 14 hours I have crystal clear water from a filter thats quieter, much much easier to set up and cleans better than anything I have had before. I recommend this and I'd buy another one. if you are having troubles priming make sure you twisted the correct way to connect the hoses as tight as you can. you twist to make it go up towards the part you just connected. make sure you have the LONG plastic piece on the intake part and the short one on the outtake. Make sure all four clamps on the base are on properly and USE THE BALL OF YOUR FOOT THE PRIME IT QUICK> Once you see a little water fill up you sont have to go as quick. After it fills up it will push water through the out put and you can then plug it in. Easiest set up I have ever had. Less than thirty seconds. If you cant get this its probably not connected right or you are not doing it quick. Use your feet If you cant afford this try the 700 and if thats still too much try the underwater cascade 600. the 600 is good to use if you have a cover and the hoses would get in the way. I have two on my other tank and they work awesome too and is more like a 3 in 1. I have done my research an am VERY happy with the 600 and 1000 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2013 by I am Heinz Getwellvet
    • Simplicity!
Got this as an upgrade to the 700. As the 700 seemed like it was having a hard time keeping up with the bio load of my 55gallon. Even though it is rated up to 65 gallons. The 1000 was what I needed. Added more surface area for more benefitial bacteria to grow on. Not over powering one bit. Was able to add on to the spray bar to have it almost completely across the back of the tank. This distributes and breaks up the flow of water. To not be so strong and stress out sensitive fish. This is good to agitate the water surface and help with the cycling process. I like how the 700 and 1000 use the same size filters and hoses. I like how simple it is to assemble. I was able to screw the hoses into the 1000 and keep my prime. The tricky part can be priming it for first time use. The best method I've found is use your substrate vacuum with syphon. Connect the syphon to the outflow hose before connecting the spray bar. It worked like a charm. Didn't even need to use the primer button once it got going. This takes stress off the pump. Before assembly make sure your syphon fits the hoses first. Make sure the outflow hose is as short as you can get away with. Measure the length before doing any cutting. This also takes a bit of stress off the pump. You can keep the intake hose long with a bit of a loop in it. This helps gravity assist the pumps water flow. As far as noise level. It depends on your substrate and filter meada. If you use sand. A prefilter is a must. This keeps sand out of the motor. Any sand in the motor can raise the noise level. A course sponge prefilter will work just fine. Just don't have the intake adjusted all the way to the bottom of your tank. If you have too much meadia in the trays. This can slow down the water flow. Causing the motor to work harder. This with cause higher noise level. Other than that it's actually pretty quiet. Even more so if you have doors on your tank stand. Also keep the tanks water level close to the spray bar if the sound of the water is too loud. The higher up the spray bar is from the waters surface. The more agitated the waters surface will become. This is benefitial for non sensitive fish. Speaking of the spray bar. I don't like how the suckion cups don't hold for very long. So be prepared to press the spray bar back on at least once or twice a week. This goes for the intake as well. Once you astablish the bio load level. You will know how often to replace the floss filters. Never replace the bio filter. Just quickly rinse with aquarium water and reuse. Remember to shut off the hose valves before any matinance on your canister filter. Don't forget to rinse the cansiter as well. I don't like the ratings. As they don't seem right. The best tip I can give. Is look at the smaller number instead of the up to number. On the 1000 it's rated for 50 up to 100 gallons. Even though I don't recommend this canister for a 100 gallon tank. It works perfect for a 55 gallon tank and okay for a 75 gallon tank. I don't like how it's hard to find the ceramic shaft for the perpeller inside the motor. So avoid tampering with. Just rinse out with water. Once it breaks you have to buy a whole new canister filter. Another reason I didn't give this canister filter 5 stars and better value. Is because the motor is sensitive and can easily burn out. As good as this canister filter is. Just doesn't last very long. So remember to keep up with your matinance to increase the lifespan of this canister filter. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2022 by Amazon Customer
    • Solved Micro bubble problems!
Size: Cascade 1500 Style: Cascade 1500
I was having problems once I set my system up with micro bubbles coming out of my spray bar. Well I moved /re positioned the hang on back attachment that goes to the spray bar and that made a more direct water flow which took the air gap out and solved my micro bubbles problem! Now System is wonderful so far! Super quite. It was a bear in the beginning to prime. I did fill the canister up first with water like other customers recommended but I still had to push that prime button forever and then after rocking the unit back and forth and from side to side as others suggested it kicked right in and did the trick! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2023 by Mary Anne

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