Hikari Bacto-Surge Small Foam Filter

Product details

Hikari Bacto-Surge Small Foam Filter (96040) is an air-driven sponge filter designed to provide both mechanical and biological filtration in freshwater or marine aquariums. Its highly porous sponge offers extensive surface area for aerobic bacteria to colonize, helping support beneficial biological action while the airflow moves oxygenated water through the media. The filter is a practical choice when you want an efficient, long-lasting foam-based filtration element—either as a standalone filter setup or as supplementary “polishing” filtration for other systems.

Features:

• Air-driven sponge filtration for mechanical and biological water treatment
• Highly porous polyether foam maximizes surface area for beneficial bacterial colonization
• Thousands of microscopic pores support aerobic bacterial growth in oxygenated water
• Soft sponge material is designed to be cleaned without damaging the filter media
• Uplift tube and air diffuser work together to provide strong lift and resist clogging
• Can be used beyond a standalone filter, including as polishing filtration for canister filters, hang-on filter applications, or uplift tubes on undergravel-style setups

Specifications:

• Model: #96040
• Recommended aquarium size: Up to 40 gallons
• Filter type: Air-driven sponge (biological) filter
• Air pump requirement: Air pump not included
• Media: Highly porous polyether foam sponge
• Intended uses: Standalone filtration and optional polishing/auxiliary use (canister, hang-on, and undergravel uplift tube applications)