{"product_id":"blue-pet-xf-280-aquarium-sponge-filter","title":"Blue Pet XF-280 Aquarium Sponge Filter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blue Pet XF-280 is an air-driven sponge filter for aquariums up to 150L, delivering gentle biological and mechanical filtration that keeps water clear and oxygenated without a strong current.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its multi-layer biochemical sponge gives beneficial bacteria a large surface to colonise while trapping debris, and because it runs on an air pump it is silent, energy-saving and safe for fry, shrimp and betta. A dependable primary filter for small community and breeding tanks, or a back-up biological filter in larger setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Blue Pet XF-280?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle, fry- and shrimp-safe flow\u003c\/strong\u003e with no intake risk to small livestock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiological + mechanical filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e from a multi-layer biochemical sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilent and energy-saving\u003c\/strong\u003e — air-driven, no motor inside the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoosts oxygenation\u003c\/strong\u003e through surface agitation from rising bubbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks in fresh and salt water\u003c\/strong\u003e, easy to rinse and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Pet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXF-280\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 150 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical + biological\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh and salt water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-driven sponge filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich tanks is it best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XF-280 suits aquariums up to 150L as a primary biological filter, and is ideal for breeding, fry, shrimp and betta tanks, or as a supplementary filter in larger community tanks. It needs an air pump and airline to run. For the bigger version see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-pet-xf-380-aquarium-sponge-filter\"\u003eBlue Pet XF-380 (up to 380L)\u003c\/a\u003e, and compare types in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/canister-vs-hob-vs-sponge\"\u003ecanister vs HOB vs sponge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to set it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect airline from your air pump, place the filter in the tank, and let the bubbles lift water through the sponge. Keep it \u003cstrong\u003erunning 24\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e so the bacteria survive, and rinse the sponge in old tank water (never tap water) when flow slows. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-aquarium-filters-work\"\u003ehow aquarium filters work\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size tank is the XF-280 for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquariums up to 150L as a primary sponge filter, or as a back-up biological filter in larger tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need an air pump?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is air-driven and needs an air pump and airline tubing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for fry and shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The gentle flow makes it ideal for fry, shrimp and betta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use it in salt water?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is suitable for both fresh and salt water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I clean it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the sponge in old tank water when flow drops, usually every few weeks. Never use tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew to filtration? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/aquarium-filter-guide\"\u003ecomplete aquarium filter guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/types-of-aquarium-filters\"\u003etypes of aquarium filters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Onyxaqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44484150231082,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/9238\/5322\/files\/Blue-Pet-XF-280-Aquarium-Sponge-Filter-5.webp?v=1781951724","url":"https:\/\/fishbazaarr.in\/products\/blue-pet-xf-280-aquarium-sponge-filter","provider":"Fish Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}