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Marineland Penguin Bio-Wheel Power Filter 150 GPH, Multi-Stage Aquarium Filtration,black, 20 - 30 Gallon Aquarium, 150 GPH

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  • WITH ROTATING BIO-WHEEL: Patented Bio-Wheel technology provides excellent wet/dry biological filtration.
  • MULTI-STAGE FILTRATION: Delivers mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration to maintain a clean aquatic environment.
  • MARINELAND FILTRATION PRODUCTS: Count on Marineland brand for the most reliable, technically advanced aquariums and accessories on the market.
  • COMPATIBILITY: Use with Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges (see individual filter for sizing recommendations).
  • FIVE SIZES: Available in 75 GPH, 100 GPH, 150 GPH, 200 GPH and 350 GPH sizes.

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4.2 4.2
Easy to clean
4.0 4.0
Suction power
3.9 3.9
Sheerness
3.7 3.7

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From the manufacturer

Marineland continues to be one of the leaders in innovative aquatic environments and equipment.

As manufacturers and fishkeepers ourselves, we take great pride in making quality products. We also enjoy making the hobby fun, educational, and easier for our fellow fishkeepers. That's why we've assembled the best information to help ensure you're successful, and your fish are healthy and happy.

The Marineland Micron Cartridge polishes the water by removing fine particles, leaving the water sparkling clean. The micron cartridge works efficiently on its own and may also be "charged" with diatomaceous earth to further increase polishing efficiency and speed.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 6 x 7.38 inches; 1.86 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ PF0150B
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Filters
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 3, 2004
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Marineland
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0009IODZ6
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 37,411 ratings

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Product Description

Marineland brand is the world’s leading brand of innovative equipment and environments for consumers wishing to create the ultimate aquatic showcase. Committed to fishkeeping success for over 40 years, the brand is the professional’s choice for commercial display systems and scientific research. Whatever you’re passionate about – freshwater or saltwater, big or small, beauty or science – make your aquarium your own. Marineland Penguin Bio-Wheel Power Filter delivers easy, three-stage mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration. This powerful filter contains patented rotating Bio-Wheel technology to provide superior wet/dry biological filtration for nitrifying bacteria growth and eliminating toxic ammonia and nitrate fast. As it rotates, the Bio-Wheel exposes beneficial bacteria to the air, helping bacteria work harder and faster to keep your aquarium ammonia-free. The Bio-Wheel never clogs or needs to be replaced. All Bio-Wheel filters feature noise-reducing, two-piece vented covers and adjustable mid-level intake strainers. Uses Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges with Black Diamond Premium Activated Carbon to filter out dirt and debris for maximum water clarity. Available in five sizes: 75 GPH (for aquariums up to 10 gallons); 100 GPH (for aquariums up to 20 gallons); 150 GPH (for aquariums up to 30 gallons); 200 GPH (for aquariums up to 50 gallons); 350 GPH (for aquariums up to 70 gallons). Clean, sparkling water is the mark of a healthy, thriving aquarium. The amount of filtration needed to maintain an aquarium depends on a number of variables. These include tank size, individual maintenance habits and fish population. Whatever your individual needs, Marineland brand has the filtration products you need to deliver on-target, advanced filtration.

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Penguin Power Filters: Easy and Effective Filtration

Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters deliver effective, easy, 3-stage aquarium filtration—without the hassle of air pumps, valves, and tubing or air stones. Convenient Rite-Size Filter Cartridges come ready to use with each filter . to mechanically and chemically remove waste, discoloration, and odors. Biological filtration is provided by the revolutionary BIO-Wheel—proven best at removing toxic ammonia and nitrite.

Additional Features

Two-Piece Vented Cover: Designed for convenient filter cartridge access and quiet operation

Adjustable Mid-Level Intake: Attaches to the intake tube for improved water circulation

3-Stage Filtration

Stage 1: Mechanical Filtration

At this stage, the Penguin Rite-Size Filter Cartridge floss screens out dirt and debris and utilizes a patented ribbed back for maximum water to carbon contact.

Stage 2: Chemical Filtration

Black Diamond Premium Activated carbon works to remove odors, discoloration, and impurities.

Stage 3: Biological Filtration

The patented BIO-Wheel eliminates toxic ammonia and nitrite on contact and is designed to grow the beneficial bacteria needed for biological filtration. The BIO-Wheel now features 50% more surface area.

Pick the Right Filter for Your Size Aquarium

Certified Flow Rate Aquarium Size Penguin 100 100 GPH Up to 20 gallons Penguin 150 150 GPH Up to 30 gallons Penguin 200 200 GPH Up to 50 gallons Penguin 350 350 GPH Up to 70 gallons

Start-Up and Maintenance

The Penguin Power Filter requires virtually no set-up, making it perfect for any fish lover. Simply follow the manual in connecting the parts and then hang the filter onto the back of your tank. Be sure to prime your filter with aquarium water before you plug it in. Once you have set-up your filter you can adjust the water flow by using the mid-level strainer. After the initial set- up maintenance of this filter is quite easy. Simply remove and replace the filter cartridge after approximately one month and clean the filter as needed. It is also important to maintain an adequate water level in your tank to insure your Penguin Power filter runs quietly and efficiently.

Find the Rite-Size Filter for You

Each Penguin Power Filter comes with one Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridge. Take a look below to see which cartridge is correct for your filter and ensure proper maintenance.

Rite-Size A Cartridge Rite-Size B Cartridge Rite-Size C Cartridge Fits Penguin 100 and Mini Power Filters Fits Penguin 125, 150 Power Filters Fits Penguin 170, 200, 330, 350 Power Filters

Tetra Water Care

Tetra sets the bar high in water care treatment and maintenance with a four-step, color-coded system. From aquarium start-up and routine maintenance, to trouble shooting solutions and testing, Tetra offers everything you need to keep your aquarium water healthy. Take a look at the chart below to see the full line of Tetra water care treatments and testing supplies.

Start-Up New Aquarium? Tetra SafeStart allows you to safely add fish to your tank immediately. Maintenance Use AquaSafe whenever adding water to neutralize chlorine and heavy metals. Use EasyBalance weekly to keep your water chemistry balanced. Solutions High ammonia? Use AmmoniaSafe liquid or tablets. Cloudy water? Clear it up with WaterClarifier Liquid or Tablets. Algae issues? Keep in check with AlgaeControl liquid or No More Algae tablets. Testing Tetra EasyStrips make regular water testing a breeze.

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Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
37,411 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the value and filter of the pet supplies. For example, they mention it's affordable, high quality and worth the purchase. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, noise, quality, and clarity.

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1,087 customers mention799 positive288 negative

Customers like the value of the filter. They mention it's affordable, a high quality filter, and worth the purchase. Some say the filter media is ridiculously cheap.

"These are great filters for a fantastic price (using Amazon Prime)...." Read more

"...Otherwise, the set up was easy. Not bad for the price." Read more

"...All in all, it’s a waste of money. I’d avoid ever purchasing it." Read more

"...They are reliable, affordable, and I have never had one stop working. I have never had a problem with the wheel not spinning...." Read more

1,041 customers mention939 positive102 negative

Customers are satisfied with the filter. They mention it's affordable, highly effective, and works great for their aquarium. They appreciate the double filter feature that can be opened or closed. Customers also like the two-level filtering option and the fact that they can upgrade the filtration.

"...The bio wheel does wonders. Between this and my sponge filter, my water stays clear...." Read more

"...new filter to see if it would be any quieter… oh my stars, this filter is AWESOME...." Read more

"...These are the best power filters for your aquarium. Highly recommended. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" Read more

"...These are awesome filters.. Get it and take heed to what I wrote. You'll be happy with it...." Read more

642 customers mention530 positive112 negative

Customers like the cleanliness of the pet supplies. For example, they say it's easy to use, and it keeps the tank clean as intended. Some mention that the motor is easy to get to and clean, and the replacement filters are reasonable.

"...lol More Babies = more waste! :( The pump has nice flow and cleans well...." Read more

"...Easy to clean. I take the lid off and give it a good rinse with the tank water...." Read more

"...Works adequate enough to keep your tank clean, but would also highly recommend a "sucker fish" to clean up what is left behind by this filter." Read more

"...Very easy to use and maintain very happy and the replacement filters are reasonable." Read more

2,773 customers mention1,758 positive1,015 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the filter. For example some mention that it works pretty good, while others say that it no longer performs its intended duty.

"...I have had this for months by now and I have never had a problem with it. The bio wheel does wonders...." Read more

"Used for 1 week and then it just stopped working tried to fix it but it didn’t work at all waste of time and money." Read more

"...The filter itself seems to be working great...." Read more

"...and lowering evaporation. Pump is quiet and has great lifting power to self-prime and great flow! The Intake tube is in 3 parts to..." Read more

2,146 customers mention899 positive1,247 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise of the pet supplies. Some mention that the filter makes barely any noise, while the mechanism is virtually silent. However, others say that it is still noisy and the plastic covers can be a source of rattling.

"...Tightened, water started flowing through the filter. There was still a bit of noise, but I noticed that my tank was filled below the top connection..." Read more

"...long as you keep the tank filled, which you should anyway, it is not loud at all.. Just like any other filter, if it does get loud and your tank is..." Read more

"...a bit from the weight of the stuff growing on it, the trickle noise will disappear completely a the wheel will not be moving fast enough to fling..." Read more

"...of the lids it prevents splashing and lowering evaporation. Pump is quiet and has great lifting power to self-prime and great flow!..." Read more

940 customers mention283 positive657 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the pet supplies. Some mention it's very strong, reliable, and easy to use and maintain. However, others say that the filters work okay but they tend to break after a few months, the new designs are cheaply made, and the mechanism shows wear and tear.

"...The impeller on the old one bent so it made a noise. The new one is exactly like the old one and I expect another 3.5 years of use." Read more

"Overall these filters work okay but they tend to break after a few months (thus the option to buy them on a recurring basis!)...." Read more

"...I really like how sturdy it is built and that I can insert two filters back to back for more filtration if I like...." Read more

"...the impeller spins millions of revolutions over time and wears out the stainless steel rod...." Read more

796 customers mention442 positive354 negative

Customers are mixed about the clarity of the water. Some mention that it's crystal clear and perfect, while others say that it sprays water everywhere and there's too much water flow.

"...The bio wheel does wonders. Between this and my sponge filter, my water stays clear...." Read more

"...I am currently dealing with brown algae in the water column as well as Population control as the filter struggles in keeping the water polished. :..." Read more

"...so as you can imagine it can get a bit messy, but the water has stayed clear and clean, so I’m please enough...." Read more

"...The wheel splashes sometimes. I have a lid so I don’t have to worry about the water getting out but it would be nice if it was less splashy...." Read more

522 customers mention34 positive488 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the rotation of the pet supplies. They mention that the wheel doesn't spin, the bio wheels stop turning, and it barely turns when it decides to. Some say that the filter wheel is not balanced and causes it not to turn.

"...Also Note the Biowheel is basically useless, it does NOT turn...." Read more

"...When first running, the wheel spins fairly fast and can create a trickle sound...." Read more

"...And after just a few months of operation, the wheel has stopped turning. I have done everything I can think of to get it to spin freely, to no avail...." Read more

"...Strong flow. But wheel won’t turn. But wait… I cleaned off the debris from the intake pipe and it’s running fast again...." Read more

Motor is quiet
4 Stars
Motor is quiet
I have this filter for my 10 gallon tank. I bought this to replace a very noisy filter we had before. I like that you can’t hear the motor however I am not a bit fan of the running water sound. At night you can hear it in the other rooms. It’s pretty loud. But happy it’s not the motor. No humming sound which is also a plus. Pressure is a little strong but not to bad.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Très satisfaite
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