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Penn-Plax Cascade All-in-One Aquarium Canister Filter – for Tanks Up to 150 Gallons (315 GPH) – Cascade 1200
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Brand | Penn-Plax |
Product Dimensions | 11.5"L x 11"W x 20.5"H |
Package Information | Bag |
Model Name | CCF4UL |
Upper Temperature Rating | 360 Degrees Fahrenheit |
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About this item
- CASCADE 1200 CANISTER FILTER: The Cascade 1200 Canister Filter is best recommended for aquarium tanks up to 150 gallons or less. Without effort, the Cascade 1200 Canister Filter quickly delivers crystal clear water throughout the tank. This filter cycles water at 315 Gallons per Hour rate. The filter is compatible for both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks, and is also great for other water environments like turtle habitats.
- STATE OF THE ART FEATURES: In addition to the push button primer that allows for a simple and quick prime, this Canister Filter also features two independent valve taps that rotate 360 degree. This makes for easy maneuvering, even in the tightest aquarium cabinets. The 4 stackable, large capacity media baskets give aquarists the ability to customize filtration.
- FILTER MEDIA: This Canister Filter comes standard with 4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon. In addition to optimizing the colonization of anaerobic bacteria, this filter traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water. It is recommended to replace the fiber floss and Bio-Sponge once a month for maximum filtration.
- ITEMS INCLUDED: 2 Independent Valve Taps, Push Button Primer, Flow Rate Control Cut-Off Valves, Swimming-Pool Style Hose Clamps, 4 Easy Lift Alignment Clamps, Sturdy Tip-Proof Base, 4 Large Capacity Media Baskets, 4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon.
- MEASUREMENTS AND OTHER USEFUL INFO: The Cascade 1500 Canister Filter measures 11.5 (W) x 11 (D) x 20.5 (H). Additional Info = 110 Volts / 60 Hz / 45.5 W.
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From the manufacturer
Crystal Clear Water for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums
Penn-Plax, manufacturer & distributor of top Pet Supplies
Penn-Plax is a family owned business that was established in 1956 in Brooklyn, New York. Over the years our goal remains the same: to enhance the pet ownership experience.
We specialize in creating excellent pet supplies for animals, both great and small. We're best known for producing pet products at affordable prices. Our brand, Penn-Plax, is synonymous with innovation and quality, keeping your pet foremost in mind.
Cascade 1200 Aquarium Canister Filter
Physical, Biological, and Chemical Filtration
Without effort, the Cascade 1200 Canister Filter quietly delivers crystal clear water throughout the tank.
This filter cycles water at 315 Gallons per Hour, and is recommended for aquariums up to 150 gallons.
It’s compatible for both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks, and is also great for turtle habitats!
This Canister Filter comes standard with
- 4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads
- 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge
- 1 Bag of Activated Carbon
Top Features of the Cascade 1200 Canister Filter - Model #: CCF4UL
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State of the Art Flow ValvesAll of our Canister Filters feature two independent valve taps that rotate 360°. This makes for easy maneuvering, even in the tightest aquarium cabinets! |
Large Capacity Media Baskets4 stackable, large capacity media baskets give aquarists the ability to customize filtration, and include built-in handles for utmost convenience. |
Easy Push Button PrimerAll of our Canister Filters feature a push button primer that allows for a simple and quick prime. |
Aerating Spray BarAll of our Canister Filters come with a Spray Bar, Tubing, and Directional Spout. The Spray Bar spray bar helps aerate your aquarium by evenly distributing filtered water over the surface. |
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Model Number | CCF1UL | CCF2UL | CCF3UL | CCF4UL | CCF5UL | CMF1 |
For Aquariums Up To | 30 Gallons | 65 Gallons | 100 Gallons | 150 Gallons | 200 Gallons | 273 Gallons |
Gallons per Hour | 115 GPH | 185 GPH | 265 GPH | 315 GPH | 350 GPH | 820 GPH |
# of Media Baskets | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 11.5" x 9" x 13.5" | 11.5" x 10" x 15" | 11.5" x 10" x 17" | 11.5" x 11" x 20.5" | 11.5" x 12" x 20.5" | 16.6” x 15” x 23.6” |
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Filter Media:
- This Canister Filter comes standard with 4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon. In addition to optimizing the colonization of anaerobic bacteria, this filter traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water.
Measurements and Other Useful Info:
- The Cascade 1500 Canister Filter measures 11.5” (W) x 11” (D) x 20.5” (H)
- Additional Info = 110 Volts / 60 Hz / 45.5 W
Shop Penn-Plax for All Your Pet’s Needs:
- Penn-Plax is a manufacturer and distributor of top quality pet supplies, who specialize in creating excellent pet products for animals, both great and small.
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Other Compatible Filter Media | Bio-Floss | Bio-Sponge | Bio-Rings | Filtrx Activated Carbon | Filtrx Zeolite | Filtrx Activated Carbon & Zeolite Mixture |
Model Number | CCF331 | CCF329 | CCF236 | CFSCB1 | CFSCB2 | CFSCB3 |
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 11.5 x 11 x 20.5 inches; 15 Pounds
- Item model number : CCF4UL
- Date First Available : October 30, 2005
- Manufacturer : Penn Plax
- ASIN : B0002DJ9OS
- Country of Origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #8,997 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #87 in Aquarium Filter Accessories
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Product Description
PENN-PLAX presents the Cascade 1200 Canister Filter.
Without effort, the Cascade 1200 Canister Filter quietly delivers crystal clear water throughout the tank.
This filter cycles water at 315 Gallons per Hour,
and is recommended for aquariums up to 150 gallons.
It’s compatible for both freshwater and saltwater fish tanks,
and is also great for turtle habitats!
State of the Art Features:
In addition to the push button primer that allows for a simple and quick prime,
this Canister Filter also features two independent valve taps that rotate 360°.
This makes for easy maneuvering, even in the tightest aquarium cabinets!
The 4 stackable, large capacity media baskets give aquarists the ability to customize filtration,
and include built-in handles for utmost convenience. Furthermore, the included spray bar helps aerate your aquarium
by evenly distributing filtered water over the surface.
Filter Media:
This Canister Filter comes standard with
4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads, 1 Coarse Bio-Sponge, and 1 Bag of Activated Carbon.
In addition to optimizing the colonization of anaerobic bacteria,
this filter traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins,
clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water.
Items Included:
2 Independent Valve Taps
Push Button Primer
Flow Rate Control Cut-Off Valves
Swimming-Pool Style Hose Clamps
4 Easy Lift Alignment Clamps
Sturdy Tip-Proof Base
4 Large Capacity Media Baskets
4 Poly Fiber Floss Pads
1 Coarse Bio-Sponge
1 Bag of Activated Carbon
Measurements and Other Useful Info:
The Cascade 1500 Canister Filter measures 11.5” (W) x 11” (D) x 20.5” (H)
Additional Info = 110 Volts / 60 Hz / 45.5 W.
Top Brand: Penn-Plax
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Please follow included paper instructions. Do not run filter dry.
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Customers like the ease of assembly, ease of cleaning, performance, and filtering of the pet supplies. For example, they mention it comes with instructions, it works well, and the filtration itself is fantastic. That said, opinions are mixed on clarity, and quality.
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Customers like the performance of the pet supplies. For example, they say it's working amazing to keep their 75 gallon aquarium crystal clear, they haven't had any problems, and the filter seems to be working excellently.
"...Overall Impression:At this point, everything seems to be working flawlessly with the Cascade 1500 Canister Filter...." Read more
"...It has been running for 4 days now with no problems and no leaks just crystal clear water. Overall a great filter at a great price...." Read more
"...and a one year old red slider in our tank and so far this has preformed amazing. It’s made having an aquarium again very enjoyable...." Read more
"Purchased this item September 2023 and today the motor seized up and now I have to replace already. Very difficult to prime as well." Read more
Customers like the noise level of the pet filter. They say that it's extremely quiet and cleans the water very well. Some customers also mention that the air pump is louder.
"...The filter's quiet operation and ease of use have been consistent positives, and I'm satisfied with its performance so far...." Read more
"...a did a double check of everything then plugged it in WOW this filter is so quiet I could only tell it was running by looking into the aquarium and..." Read more
"...So water went everywhere. And heavy. Clunky. Loud!! I could hear it through our wall and my closet in our bedroom...." Read more
"...The filter is almost silent after it fills. The ‘waterfall’ from the tube is quite loud, but natural sounding...." Read more
Customers like the ease of assembly of the pet supplies. They say it comes with instructions, is easy to set up, and has no problems with priming. The power strip makes it easy to turn on and off, and the thick black tubing and easy attachments on the hoses make it easy for pets to use.
"...The filter's quiet operation and ease of use have been consistent positives, and I'm satisfied with its performance so far...." Read more
"...Priming was easy 1 1/2 pushes on the primer started the siphon action and it was ready to plug in...." Read more
"...And it was very easy for him to figure out in a few short minutes. He’s a millwright and HAS to examine every tiny piece of every equipment we own...." Read more
"...tank and have it plugged into a power strip, which makes it easy to turn on and off...." Read more
Customers like the filtering capabilities of the pet supplies. For example they mention it provides a ton of filtration, is reliable, and caters to the needs of various aquatic setups. Customers also appreciate the triple filter, which gives them options for how to set it up. They say the filter has 5 baskets that are a very large size.
"...It's a reliable filtration solution that caters to the needs of various aquatic setups, and I'm looking forward to seeing how it continues to..." Read more
"...Overall a great filter at a great price...." Read more
"...The included filter floss pads are extremely cheap, I use Poly Fill from Walmart($4 for 16oz)...." Read more
"...The 1000 was what I needed. Added more surface area for more benefitial bacteria to grow on. Not over powering one bit...." Read more
Customers like the ease of cleaning the filter. They mention that it makes clean up easier if they spill any water when they unhook the filter, it clears the tank right up, and does a good job catching a lot of debris. The filter baskets have a handle to allow ease of removal. It's less maintenance than bio wheels or under gravel systems, and it clear up discolorations and reduce foul odors in the tank. The coded, shutoff valves and the ability to quickly disconnect the hoses make service easy. Customers also like the ability of the filter to quickly pull out unit and change media.
"...particulate matter, remove harmful chemicals and toxins, clear up discolorations, and reduce foul odors in the aquarium water...." Read more
"...It’s made having an aquarium again very enjoyable. Way less maintenance than bio wheels or under gravel systems...." Read more
"...The filter itself was very simple to clean and definitely seemed to do its job...." Read more
"...It also makes clean up easier if I spill any water when I unhook the filter. The filter is almost silent after it fills...." Read more
Customers like the value of the pet supplies. They mention that it has a very good price for a filter like this and the CCF3UL media baskets are perfect for the media cost reduction that they've been looking for.
"...Overall a great filter at a great price...." Read more
"...Very nice product at a very nice price." Read more
"...The Cascade CCF3UL media baskets seemed perfect for the media cost reduction that I’ve been looking for...." Read more
"Since the price is so good I thought I would take a chance on this filter despite some of the negative comments. I'm happy that I did...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the pet supplies. Some mention that it has a sturdy construction, the spray bar feels higher in quality, and the filter is very tough, so it should last a long time. However, others say that the hardware is super bulky and made cheaply, the plastic feels cheap, and is prone to breakage.
"...-pool style hose clamps, four easy lift alignment clamps, a sturdy tip-proof base, and all the necessary filter media...." Read more
"...The floss pads that come with the filter are very thin and after 3 weeks, I had to replace them(they couldn’t be rinsed and reused)...." Read more
"...It is clear plastic, but it isn’t flimsy or cheap feeling. Our tank is a 75 tall and the only issue I had with the system was the intake...." Read more
"...Speaking of the spray bar. I don't like how the suckion cups don't hold for very long...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the clarity of the tank. Some mention that the water is very clear, while others say that it began to cloud up after three weeks. The canister is pretty clear, and the water was clean and the turtles were healthy after two months of use. However, some customers say that the tank is not clear enough, and that the turtle's water quality is not crystal clear.
"...the colonization of anaerobic bacteria but also effectively trap floating particulate matter, remove harmful chemicals and toxins, clear up..." Read more
"...been running for 4 days now with no problems and no leaks just crystal clear water. Overall a great filter at a great price...." Read more
"...No way to shut off lines when needing to clean filter. So water went everywhere. And heavy. Clunky. Loud!!..." Read more
"...see what happen, I hit the primer 4 times and it’s been going fine water is super clear and I had let my tank get entirely to dirty, I cleaned the..." Read more
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Efficient and Quiet Filtration:
One of the standout features of the Cascade 1500 is its ability to deliver crystal-clear water with minimal effort. The filter operates quietly and efficiently, maintaining a peaceful environment for aquatic life in the tank. With a water cycling rate of 350 gallons per hour, it's well-suited for larger aquariums, up to 200 gallons in size.
Versatile for Different Tank Types:
I appreciate the versatility of this filter, as it can be used in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. It's also a great option for turtle habitats, making it a versatile choice for various aquatic setups.
Convenient State-of-the-Art Features:
The push-button primer feature simplifies and expedites the priming process, while the two independent valve taps that rotate 360° allow for easy maneuvering, even in tight aquarium cabinets. These features make maintenance hassle-free and user-friendly.
Customizable Filtration:
The inclusion of five stackable, large capacity media baskets gives aquarists the freedom to customize their filtration setup. This flexibility is valuable for optimizing filtration for different tank conditions.
Comprehensive Filter Media:
The Cascade 1500 comes with a selection of filter media, including five Poly Fiber Floss Pads, one Coarse Bio-Sponge, and one bag of Activated Carbon. These media not only promote the colonization of anaerobic bacteria but also effectively trap floating particulate matter, remove harmful chemicals and toxins, clear up discolorations, and reduce foul odors in the aquarium water.
Included Items and Specifications:
The package includes two independent valve taps, flow rate control cut-off valves, swimming-pool style hose clamps, four easy lift alignment clamps, a sturdy tip-proof base, and all the necessary filter media. The filter itself measures 11.5” (W) x 12” (D) x 20.5” (H) and operates on 110 Volts / 60 Hz with a power consumption of 45.5 W.
Overall Impression:
At this point, everything seems to be working flawlessly with the Cascade 1500 Canister Filter. While I did experience a leak with my previous model, I'm hopeful that this one will remain leak-free for years to come. The filter's quiet operation and ease of use have been consistent positives, and I'm satisfied with its performance so far. It's a reliable filtration solution that caters to the needs of various aquatic setups, and I'm looking forward to seeing how it continues to perform in the long run.
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The unit was arrived nicely double boxed and in perfect condition. Upon opening I was pleasantly surprised at the completeness of the unit, spray bar that was length adjustable, outlet nozzle, hoses, pickup nozzle, elbows and suction cup standoffs even filter material, you should be able to adapt this to fit any aquarium without any additional cost.
After picking a spot to put it and attaching the hoses to the inlet and outlet at the aquarium, I trimmed the hoses to length and attached to the pump end fittings. Some people are complaining about the fittings breaking, there should not be an issue nothing needs to be more than 2 fingers tightened, follow the instructions and you will be fine. The Inlet pipe length can be adjusted to get close to the bottom of an 18 to 20 inch deep aquarium however the intake strainer does not come with a foam cover so you will need to purchase one if you have very small fish (not a problem for my Platys). After Soaking and rinsing the supplied filter media I installed it in the 2 stacking trays provided, There is really no sequence that needs to be follows I went with a coarse pre filter then the charcoal bag in the bottom tray and polishing cotton and bio sponge in the 2nd tray, remember this filter works from the bottom of the stack up (your fist stage is the very bottom). Priming was easy 1 1/2 pushes on the primer started the siphon action and it was ready to plug in. Before plugging in a did a double check of everything then plugged it in WOW this filter is so quiet I could only tell it was running by looking into the aquarium and observing the outlet nozzle. It has been running for 4 days now with no problems and no leaks just crystal clear water. Overall a great filter at a great price.
If you are adding to an existing aquarium try to take some of the bio from your old filter and put in this one, as with any new filter the bio will be off. Its also worth testing your water regularly for the fist week and doing frequent partial changes and using the necessary treatments until the tank is properly cycling again.
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Se incluyen las instrucciones a detalle y son muy fáciles de seguir (segunda estrella), incluye 3 canastas para material filtrante, una esponja de filtrado mecánico amplio, dos esponjas de filtrado mecánico fino y una bolsita con carbón activado. Incluso incluyen piezas de repuesto y dos opciones para el ingreso del agua al acuario.
Una vez "purgado" (lo cual toma 5 minutos), el filtro trabaja sorprendentemente silencioso (tercera estrella), prácticamente no lo escucho funcionar y el único sonido que tengo es el del agua que ingresa al acuario.
Como material filtrante agregué bio-bolas (filtro mecánico) y canutillo de cerámica (filtro biológico), después de un par de horas el agua en el acuario es totalmente cristalina y transparente (cuarta estrella).
Después de 2 semanas el filtro continúa funcionando sin tema: no hay fugas, no se escucha al operar, el agua de la pecera está impecable, no puedo darle otra calificación de 5 estrellas.
Especificaciones del acuario: 60 litros, plantado, con peces dorados y plecos.