Description
XINYOU XY-1811 Sponge
The XINYOU XY-1811 Sponge is a durable and efficient filter foam designed for the XY-1811 sponge filter. It provides both mechanical and biological filtration, ensuring clean, clear, and oxygen-rich water. This sponge is safe, long-lasting, and ideal for shrimp tanks, fry grow-out tanks, and small community aquariums.
🌊 Key Features
✅ Perfect fit – Specially designed for the XINYOU XY-1811 sponge filter.
✅ Dual filtration – Captures waste particles (mechanical) and supports beneficial bacteria growth (biological).
✅ Safe for delicate species – Gentle surface ensures shrimp, fry, and small fish are not harmed.
✅ Durable & reusable – Can be rinsed and reused many times before replacement is needed.
✅ Boosts water quality – Helps stabilize aquarium conditions for healthier fish and plants.
🐠 Suitable For
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Tank Size: 20–60 litres (nano to small aquariums).
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Fish Types: Bettas, Shrimp, Snails, Guppies, Tetras, Rasboras, Endlers, and Fry.
⚠️ Works best when paired with the XY-1811 sponge filter unit.
⚙️ Specifications
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Model: XY-1811 Sponge
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Type: Filter sponge foam
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Filtration: Mechanical + Biological
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Size: ~6 × 6 × 12 cm (approx.)
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Material: High-density aquarium-safe foam
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Color: Black
🧱 How to Use
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Attach the sponge securely to the XY-1811 filter base.
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Place inside the aquarium and submerge fully.
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Connect with an air pump to start filtration and aeration.
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Allow beneficial bacteria to colonize the sponge for best results.
🧼 Maintenance
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Rinse sponge gently in aquarium water every 2–3 weeks.
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Replace when the foam becomes too soft, clogged, or deformed.
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Do not replace all sponges at once — keep one established sponge to preserve bacteria.
📦 What’s in the Box
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1 × XINYOU XY-1811 Sponge
✅ Why Choose XINYOU XY-1811 Sponge?
The XY-1811 Sponge is affordable, durable, and aquarium-safe, making it the perfect choice for shrimp keepers, breeders, and hobbyists with small tanks. It provides reliable biological support and gentle filtration, ensuring stable, healthy water conditions.
👉 Best for shrimp tanks, fry aquariums, betta tanks, and nano setups.