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Hikari Bacto-Surge High Density Foam Filter, Large

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Model Name Hikari Bacto-Surge High Density Foam Filter, Large

About this item

  • Works Well For Use In Freshwater Or Marine Applications
  • Highly Porous Sponge Maximizes Bacterial Action
  • Increased Surface Area Offers Maximum Bacteria Colonization
  • Soft Sponge Material Offers Easy Cleaning
  • Sponge Designed For Longer Life

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About Hikari

Hikari, the "originator" of Species Specific and premium aquatics diets has been copied by many, but our loyal customers know they can always depend on our products to offer their aquatic pets the finest in scientifically balanced nutrition. For almost 140 years we've spent considerable time exploring natural habitats of fish, breeding fish in our own facilities, producing diets in our own factories, processing every shipment through our own facilities and researching the impact our diets have over time. These unique insights into the nutritional needs of fish give a competitive advantage no other fish food maker can duplicate and allow us to produce species specific diets that will not only maintain your aquatic pets' health, but assist you in keeping your aquarium or pond in top form.

We make the health and longevity of the fish and the aquatic environment they live in our first priority. Focusing on bringing about success to the hobbyist through exacting nutrition has allowed us to develop a brand name synonymous with superior quality. Consider using Hikari, because you love your aquatic pets as much as they love you!

Why Customers Choose Hikari

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We feel it's our duty to constantly investigate the natural ecology of fish to make the best food for them. Our exploration to Irian Jaya, Lake Malawi in Africa, Guiana highland, the Indian Ocean, the jungle of Southeast Asia and the Holy River Ayeyawady and others, offer us many secrets to fish health, coloration, breeding requirements, water conditions and quality.

AQUARIUM AND POND SOLUTIONS

Aquarium Solutions and Pond Solutions products have been developed to help you maintain excellent water quality or resolve tank or fish issues without causing residual unexpected problems. The use of more expensive, but more effective ingredients allows us to bring you the best products we can, always.

TECHNOLOGY

Our first hand experience breeding and raising fish, and the scientific data we can collect during this process, give us a clear road map for future product improvements and enhancements. Hikari uses actual experience and physical practice instead of marketing schemes or unproven theory to develop our premium aquatic diets!

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
519 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, cleanability, and value of the safety mask replacement filter. They mention that it works well in stock tanks, and is a great biological and mechanical filter. Some appreciate the ease of installation. That said, opinions are mixed on size and sink.

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72 customers mention72 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the safety mask replacement filter. They mention that it works well in their stock tanks and collects all the goldfish waste and debris. Some say that it floats and works perfectly fine with little noise. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"This works perfect with my tank. Ive tried quite a few products and this one is working best.Easy to open easy to install...." Read more

"This works wonderful. Nice addition to tank to Lee water clearer and oxygenate the water for myLittle lovelies 🥰..." Read more

"...Kind of a pain to tailor but they work great overall. They do sink after a few days of processing water, or if you squeeze them...." Read more

"Works great" Read more

62 customers mention62 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the filter. They mention it's a great sponge filter, and works better than expected. Some say that it'll be a good addition to any filter and is efficient for all aquariums. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"While it's a great sponge filter (no doubt about that!), it may not be what you're looking for. First, it's HUGE! I underestimated how big it is...." Read more

"These filters are awesome. I like the fact that they help keep the ammonia level in check...." Read more

"This is a really nice sponge filter that comes apart easily enough for cleaning...." Read more

"...Otherwise it is a very good filter...." Read more

32 customers mention32 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cleanability of the sponge filter. They mention that it does a great job keeping the tank clean and safe for the inhabitants. The filter is easy to install and clean, and does incredibly well at polishing the water.

"...I run these in all my tanks with a canister filter and the water is incredible...." Read more

"...Couldn't be happier!Pro's:Actually clears up the water from live plant water tints, murkey, and the little amount of dirt from..." Read more

"...new and still cycling, this sponge filter is doing a beautiful job keeping the water clear and clean with 4 adult guppies, countless babies, and a..." Read more

"...Its doing a great job keeping my aquarium clean...." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the safety mask replacement filter. They say it is a great product at a reasonable price, and will save them money for the long term. Customers also say it's functional and economical for small tanks.

"...Bummer. But again, the price is great and the sponge quality is excellent." Read more

"...it was a little stronger than expected for the size but still very good product" Read more

"...I highly recommend this filter for the quality and cost!" Read more

"...Good price for a good product!" Read more

17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation of the safety mask replacement filter to be easy. They mention that it's simple and efficient.

"...Easy to open easy to install.Follow instructions exactly and everything will work perfectly" Read more

"Easy to put together the flow it was a little stronger than expected for the size but still very good product" Read more

"...High quality foam and a breeze to setup. I did have to weight it down with some rocks...." Read more

"I like this item because it is easy to install and is quiet and easy to clean I have bought this item numerous times over the last 5 years as I use..." Read more

22 customers mention11 positive11 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the safety mask replacement filter. Some mention that it works fine, is sturdy, and has a good perforation size. However, others say that it was too big for their tank and didn't absorb as well as they thought. Some say it takes up too much space and is smaller than other filters.

"This is a great sponge filter and love the large size. Put this in a 10 gallon and now the water went from cloudy to crystal clear." Read more

"...Bigger than I expected but thats ok. The inner chamber does not fit an air stone, but by clipping with some scissors you can make room for one...." Read more

"...Very glad I did. It's a much bigger, much better product...." Read more

"...it may not be what you're looking for. First, it's HUGE! I underestimated how big it is...." Read more

13 customers mention4 positive9 negative

Customers are mixed about the sink. Some mention that it keeps the unit grounded and stays down, while others say that it would start floating after a few hours. The base is very weighty, so it stays put well. However, some customers also say that the sink does not stay submerged on the bottom of the tank and does sink after few days of processing water.

"...Kind of a pain to tailor but they work great overall. They do sink after a few days of processing water, or if you squeeze them...." Read more

"...It would stay down for a couple of hours and then it would start floating. Not a big deal though...." Read more

"...The base is heavy enough to keep the unit grounded and keeps from floating...." Read more

"...filter but, but when I got it and installed it, it just kept floating up kind of annoying. So I’ve decided to return it." Read more

8 customers mention4 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise of the safety mask replacement filter. Some mention that it is easy to install and quiet, while others say that the bubbles are noisy and it sounds like they are boiling water in their tank.

"I like this item because it is easy to install and is quiet and easy to clean I have bought this item numerous times over the last 5 years as I use..." Read more

"...Second, if you want small aerating bubbles, this isn't it! The bubbles are HUGE too. I may try the airstone hack I've read about...." Read more

"Excellent product, quieter than my corner box filter, check your dimensions though before buying and hide it behind some plants or decoration if you..." Read more

"...Unfortunately this results in coarse (and very noisy) bubbles...." Read more

Works great in 40 gallon tank with live plants and play sand.  Actually Amazing
5 Stars
Works great in 40 gallon tank with live plants and play sand. Actually Amazing
I had never heard of this type of filter before, but my daughter who is OCD about perfection did. So we added one to her 40 gallon Aquarium. She has a lot of live plants and the water was always murky. Not anymore. Within 2 days, crystal clear and the critical water measurements come back great. Couldn't be happier!Pro's:Actually clears up the water from live plant water tints, murkey, and the little amount of dirt from the play sand. The circulation filter did not!No noiseinexpensiveeasy to cleanCon's:Big and can be an eyesore in a smaller tank. Surround with plants if you can.See pics. The one pic with the thermometer is also for the thermostat review.Please note that we added this to the regular type circulation filter. This did a much better job clearing up the water.
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