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(DQQ) SOBO WP-618H Hanging Filter (280 L/H & ~75L & 5W)

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Description

SOBO WP-618H Hanging Filter

The SOBO WP-618H Hanging Filter is an efficient and budget-friendly external filter designed for aquariums ~75 litres. Compact, easy to use, and quiet in operation, it’s an excellent choice for beginner and intermediate fishkeepers looking for simple yet effective filtration.

🌊 Key Features

✅ 3-stage filtration – Mechanical sponge + optional activated carbon + space for bio-media for clear and healthy water.
✅ Adjustable flow rate – Gentle water flow for small fish, fry, and shrimp tanks.
✅ Waterfall outlet design – Provides aeration and improves oxygen levels in the aquarium.
✅ Compact & silent – Slim profile, easy to hang on the side or back of the tank.
✅ Easy to maintain – Quick sponge rinsing and hassle-free media replacement.
✅ Energy-efficient – Consumes low power while delivering steady filtration.

🐠 Suitable For

  • Tank Size: ~ 75 litres.

  • Fish Types: Guppies, Mollies, Tetras, Swordtails, Bettas, Shrimp, Snails, Dwarf Cichlids, and Planted Tank setups.

⚠️ Not recommended for very large or messy fish like Goldfish, Oscars, Flowerhorns, or Arowana (unless used as a secondary filter).

⚙️ Specifications

  • Model: WP-618H

  • Type: Hang-on back (HOB) filter

  • Flow Rate: 280 L/H

  • Tank Capacity: ~75L

  • Power Consumption: 5W (energy-saving)

  • Filter Media Included: Sponge (mechanical + basic biological)

  • Upgradable Media: Activated carbon, ceramic rings, bio-balls, filter wool

🧱 Filter Media Setup (Recommended Order)

  1. Coarse sponge (mechanical filtration – traps debris)

  2. Fine sponge / filter wool (basic biological + water polishing)

  3. Activated carbon (optional – removes odor & discoloration)

  4. Ceramic rings / bio-balls (optional – enhances biological filtration)

👉 For shrimp or fry tanks, add a sponge pre-filter on the intake pipe.

🔧 How to Install

  1. Hang the filter on the side/back of the aquarium.

  2. Attach the inlet pipe and adjust length if required.

  3. Fill the filter chamber with some tank water (helps priming).

  4. Plug in and turn ON – water will begin circulating.

  5. Adjust flow to suit your fish type.

🧼 Maintenance

  • Rinse sponge every 2–3 weeks in old tank water (not tap water).

  • Replace activated carbon monthly (if used).

  • Rinse ceramic rings gently when clogged – do not replace all at once.

  • Clean impeller and outlet to maintain smooth water flow.

📦 What’s in the Box

  • SOBO WP-618H filter body

  • Pre-installed sponge filter media

  • Inlet pipe with strainer

  • Waterfall outlet

✅ Why Choose SOBO WP-618H?

Affordable, compact, and easy to maintain, the SOBO WP-618H Hanging Filter is perfect for small to medium aquariums. Its quiet operation, effective filtration, and simple design make it ideal for beginners and hobbyists alike.

👉 Best for community aquariums, shrimp tanks, and planted setups ~ 75 litres