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SOBO AQ‑18H Top-Mounted Bio-Top Aquarium Filter

Ideal for 4 ft Aquariums | Multi-Stage Filtration | Energy-Efficient & Quiet

Upgrade your aquarium with the SOBO AQ‑18H, a powerful and quiet top-mounted filter designed for tanks around 4 feet (~120 cm) long. This bio-top filter delivers multi-stage filtration, improved oxygenation, and a clean, minimal design that keeps equipment out of sight—ideal for freshwater, planted, reef, or community setups.


🔍 Key Specifications

  • Power Consumption: ~6 Watts

  • Flow Rate: ~500 L/hour

  • Filter Box Size: ~38 cm x 8.5 cm x 10 cm

  • Recommended Tank Size: 100–150 litres (~4 ft long aquariums)

  • Noise Level: Quiet operation (25–45 dB)


⚙️ Included Filtration Media

  • ✅ 3 Sponge Filter Pads

  • ✅ 1 Pack of Bio-Rings

  • ✅ 2 Packs of Ceramic Bio-Balls
    Efficient mechanical and biological filtration to maintain clean, healthy water.


🌟 Standout Features

  • 💧 Multi-Layer Filtration (Mechanical + Biological)

  • 🌬 Waterfall Oxygenation System with waterwheel for surface agitation

  • 👁 Transparent Acrylic Housing for easy monitoring

  • 🔒 Splash/Dust Guard to prevent mess and protect the motor

  • 🧲 Easy Rim Mounting (Fits glass up to ~10–12 mm thick)

  • 🔇 Low Noise, Low Power Use – great for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices


Why Choose the AQ‑18H?

  • Saves space inside your tank

  • Improves water clarity and oxygen levels

  • Promotes beneficial bacteria growth

  • User-friendly setup and maintenance

  • Quiet & power-saving—perfect for daily use


⚠️ Things to Consider

  • Not suitable for tanks larger than 4 ft

  • Manual priming needed after water loss or power cuts

  • Regular cleaning ensures long-term performance


🧼 Maintenance Tips

  • Clean sponge pads weekly using tank water

  • Rinse bio-media if water flow reduces

  • Inspect waterwheel for smooth oxygenation flow

  • Re-seat splash guard properly after cleaning


📊 At-a-Glance

Feature Details
Power ~6 W
Flow Rate ~500 L/hr
Tank Compatibility Up to 4 ft (~120 cm)
Filtration Mechanical + Biological
Aeration Design Waterwheel + Waterfall Cascade
Housing Transparent Acrylic + Splash Cover
Noise Level 25–45 dB (Quiet)
Suitable For Planted, Shrimp, Reef, Community Tanks

🧭 Final Thoughts

The SOBO AQ‑18H is a compact, well-designed filter that excels in performance, ease of use, and value. If you're setting up or upgrading a mid-size tank, this unit offers everything you need—clean water, efficient filtration, and peace and quiet.


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