{"product_id":"blue-pet-xf-380-aquarium-sponge-filter","title":"Blue Pet XF-380 Aquarium Sponge Filter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blue Pet XF-380 is an air-driven sponge filter for aquariums up to 380L, providing gentle, effective biological and mechanical filtration that keeps water clear and well-oxygenated without a strong current.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its multi-layer sponge hosts beneficial bacteria for biological filtration while trapping debris mechanically, and because it runs on an air pump it is quiet, energy-saving and completely safe for fry, shrimp and betta. A reliable primary filter for breeding and community tanks, or a back-up biological filter for larger setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Blue Pet XF-380?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle, fry- and shrimp-safe flow\u003c\/strong\u003e — no risk of small fish being sucked in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiological + mechanical filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e from a large multi-layer sponge that houses beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet and energy-saving\u003c\/strong\u003e — runs on an air pump, no motor in the tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproves oxygenation\u003c\/strong\u003e as rising bubbles boost surface agitation and gas exchange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to clean and reuse\u003c\/strong\u003e — rinse the sponge in tank water to preserve bacteria.\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-380\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSponge height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSponge diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable tank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 380 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-driven sponge filter (biological + mechanical)\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-380 suits aquariums up to 380L as a primary biological filter, and is ideal for breeding tanks, fry and shrimp tanks, betta tanks and hospital\/quarantine setups where gentle flow matters. It also works as a supplementary biological filter alongside a hang-on or canister filter in larger community tanks. You will need an air pump (and airline) to run it. See how it compares in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/canister-vs-hob-vs-sponge\"\u003ecanister vs HOB vs sponge filter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to set it up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach airline from your air pump to the filter, place it in the tank, and let bubbles lift water through the sponge. Keep the filter \u003cstrong\u003erunning 24\/7\u003c\/strong\u003e — the beneficial bacteria need constant oxygen and flow. When cleaning, rinse the sponge gently in old tank water, never tap water, to protect the bacteria colony. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-aquarium-filters-work\"\u003ehow aquarium filters work\u003c\/a\u003e for why this matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size tank is the XF-380 for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquariums up to 380L as a primary sponge filter, or as a supplementary biological filter in larger tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need an air pump?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The XF-380 is air-driven, so you will need an air pump and airline tubing to run it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for fry and shrimp?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The gentle flow makes it one of the safest filters for fry, shrimp and betta.\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 slows — typically every few weeks. Never use tap water, which kills beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShould it run all the time?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Like all filters, keep it running 24\/7 so the beneficial bacteria survive. See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/filter-off-at-night\"\u003ecan you turn the filter off at night\u003c\/a\u003e.\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":44484176576554,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/9238\/5322\/files\/Blue-Pet-XF-380-Aquarium-Sponge-Filter-1.webp?v=1781955689","url":"https:\/\/fishbazaarr.in\/products\/blue-pet-xf-380-aquarium-sponge-filter","provider":"Fish Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}