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Penn Plax Cascade Aquarium Filtration Review

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Revainrating 4 out of 5  
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Description of Penn Plax Cascade Aquarium Filtration

Hang on aquarium filter quietly delivers 300 gallons per hour of crystal clear water for your fresh or marine aquariums from 55 to 100 gallons in size. Revolutionary Bio-Falls Quad-Filtration system provides efficient filtration with anaerobic bacteria for additional ammonia and nitrite removal providing maximum oxygenation. Activated carbon cartridge removes harmful chemicals, toxins, odors, discoloration, and other contaminants for your aquarium. Internal sponge optimizes colonization of beneficial anaerobic bacteria and polyfiber floss cartridge traps floating particulate matter. Adjustable flow knob allows you to reduce filtration during feeding times or as needed. Aquarium filter is recommended for both freshwater and saltwater applications.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Unbelievable value

I have been an aquarist for 50 years so I have used most of the well known brands. I needed a low budget proof of concept filter - experimental stuff. This is an amazing filter. However, there is no way I would fit it into a 100 gallon saltwater aquarium and I am very skeptical that it will do. This filter is quiet and well made. Assembly took a minute at most and everything fits well, feels high quality and fits together perfectly. Ideal. I estimate this filter will work very well for nano…

Pros
  • Adjustable flow knob allows you to reduce filtration during feeding or as needed. The aquarium filter is recommended for both fresh and sea water.
Cons
  • Ugly packaging

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Ideal for accommodating a site of 55 gallons or less!

I love this device! I was able to make minimal adjustments to allow this unit to hang on the side of my 55 gallon tank! It's small but big enough to keep the aquarium clean. Ideal for filter conversion! That's 3-4 times more than Quiet Flow 10! It's much, MUCH quieter than EX whispers! Enough space to fill any media into the storage/treatment tank. It features flow control, which is very handy for more sensitive fish. Using a hand sander I was able to remove 2 tabs, one on each side of the unit

Pros
  • The inner sponge optimizes the colonization of beneficial anaerobic bacteria, while the polyfilament cartridge retains floating solids.
Cons
  • New competitors have appeared

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Terrible quality assurance but good filter

I ordered this filter based on reviews and information I found online that the filter is very quiet. My old filter was running low and getting very noisy. Judging by the dimensions, it would fit in the same area. I placed an order and when I received the item it was damaged in the packaging. Large opening in front of the filter. There was a tiny hole in the front of the box, which was the only evidence of an external impact. I thought anything could happen so I asked for a replacement and sent…

Pros
  • The hanging aquarium filter silently delivers 300 gallons per hour of crystal clear water for your 55 to 100 gallon freshwater or saltwater aquarium.
Cons
  • Only available in black