Description
DoPhin H500 Power Filter
The DoPhin H500 Power Filter is a reliable hang-on-back (HOB) filter designed for aquariums up to Up to 150L. It delivers efficient 3-stage filtration, quiet performance, and easy maintenance—making it an excellent choice for community, planted, or shrimp tanks.
🌊 Key Features
✅ 3-stage filtration – Comes with filter cartridge (sponge + activated carbon) for mechanical and chemical filtration. Can be upgraded with ceramic rings, bio-balls, or filter wool for enhanced biological support.
✅ Adjustable flow rate – Gentle option for shrimp and Betta tanks, stronger setting for community fish.
✅ Surface skimmer attachment – Removes oil film, dust, and impurities from the water surface.
✅ Silent operation – Low vibration, energy-efficient, and suitable for bedrooms or quiet spaces.
✅ Compact hang-on design – Saves space inside the tank while keeping the aquarium clean and clear.
✅ Easy to maintain – Replaceable cartridge, simple rinsing of sponge and media.
🐠 Suitable For
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Tank Size: Up to 150L
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Fish Types: Tetras, Guppies, Bettas, Platies, Mollies, Swordtails, Shrimp, Snails, and small cichlids.
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⚠️ Not recommended for large or messy fish like Goldfish, Oscars, or Arowana.
⚙️ Specifications
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Model: H500
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Type: Hang-on-back power filter
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Flow Rate: 580 L/hr
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Tank Capacity: Up to 150L
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Power Consumption: 5.5W
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Filter Media Included: Sponge + activated carbon cartridge
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Upgradable Media: Ceramic rings, bio-balls, fine filter wool
🧱 Filter Media Setup (Recommended Order)
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Sponge (mechanical filtration)
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Activated carbon (chemical filtration – removes odor/impurities)
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Ceramic rings / bio-balls (biological filtration boost)
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Filter wool (optional – crystal-clear polish)
👉 For shrimp tanks, add a sponge pre-filter on the intake.
🔧 How to Install
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Hang the filter on the side/back of the tank.
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Attach intake pipe with skimmer inside the water.
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Fill the filter chamber with tank water to help priming.
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Plug in and switch ON.
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Adjust flow rate as required.
🧼 Maintenance
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Rinse sponge every 2–3 weeks in tank water (not tap water).
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Replace carbon cartridge monthly or as needed.
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Clean bio-media gently when clogged but don’t replace all at once.
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Check impeller and skimmer regularly for debris.
📦 What’s in the Box
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DoPhin H500 filter body
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Filter cartridge (sponge + carbon)
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Intake pipe with surface skimmer
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Outlet flow adjuster
✅ Why Choose DoPhin H500?
The DoPhin H500 Power Filter is a great all-in-one solution for clean, healthy aquariums. With a skimmer, adjustable flow, and effective filtration, it ensures crystal-clear water and healthier fish. Compact, affordable, and easy to use—perfect for hobbyists at any level.
👉 Best for planted tanks, shrimp tanks, and small to medium community aquariums up to 150L.







