Quick Summary
The Penn-Plax Small World Aquarium Filter is a filter for smaller aquarium setups and includes a disposable media cartridge. It is described as suitable for freshwater and saltwater setups, and the filter is stated to be for tanks up to 5 gallons.
The cartridge is described as including a bio sponge, carbon and zeolite crystals. The filter also comes with a mounting bracket with suction cups and a connector for standard size air tubing.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | Penn-Plax. |
| Product type | Aquarium filter. |
| Tank size | For tanks up to 5 gallons, so size matters when checking fit. |
| Setup type | Suitable for freshwater and saltwater setups. |
| Included cartridge | Disposable media cartridge with bio sponge, carbon and zeolite crystals. |
| Included mounting | Mounting bracket with suction cups for placement. |
| Connection | Connector for standard size air tubing. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Tank size: This filter is stated to suit tanks up to 5 gallons. Compare that with the size of your aquarium before choosing it.
- Setup type: It is described for freshwater and saltwater setups, so match it to the type of aquarium you keep.
- Air system: Air tubing and an air pump are not included, so check whether you already have the required parts.
- Mounting surface: The filter comes with suction cups and is described as mounting to glass, acrylic and plastic surfaces.
- Cartridge format: The included media cartridge is disposable, so factor in replacement needs over time.
What Is Included
- Small World Aquarium Filter.
- Disposable media cartridge containing a bio sponge, carbon and zeolite crystals.
- Mounting bracket with suction cups.
- Connector for standard size air tubing.
What Else You May Need
- Air tubing.
- Air pump.
Care, Cleaning and Storage
Before placing the filter into the aquarium, briefly rinse the filtration unit with warm water to remove carbon or zeolite dust. This helps reduce the chance of the water turning dark or cloudy at first use.
Before You Decide
Check that your tank is up to 5 gallons, confirm you want a disposable cartridge format, and make sure you have the required air tubing and air pump. If you need the filter to mount on a particular surface, confirm that your setup matches the stated glass, acrylic or plastic mounting method.
