Tetrafauna Decorative ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles, 55-gal
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The Tetrafauna Decorative ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles provides effective filtration for your tank and adds visual appeal at the same time. The rock-like structure hides a powerful filter that works in any aquarium up to 55 gallons. This three-stage Whisper filtration system helps keep the water crystal clear using medium ReptoFilter cartridges. Organic debris is trapped in the mesh covering of the cartridge, while the activated carbon absorbs odors and discoloration. As the filtered water flows over the rocks and back into the tank, it creates a soothing waterfall. Frogs, newts and turtles will all enjoy climbing to the top, which serves as a high basking area and also prevents animals from entering the filtration area.
Key Benefits- As the filtered water flows over the rocks and back into the tank, it creates a soothing waterfall.
- Keeps water clear with three-stage filtration (chemical, mechanical & biological).
- Removes odor, keeping your terrarium a clean, odor-free environment.
- The rock-like structure hides a powerful filter that works in any aquarium up to 55 gallons.
- Frogs, newts and turtles will all enjoy climbing to the top, which serves as a high basking area and also prevents animals from entering the filtration area.
Decorative ReptoFilter, (2) ReptoFilter medium cartridges, lid, O-ring, outflow tube with elbow fitting, 80 GPH pump.
Precautions
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND ANIMALS: Special care should be taken to avoid possible electric shock, since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. If the ReptoFilter appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug it from the power source. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. Unplug the appliance if there is water on parts not intended to get wet. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Always unplug the appliance from an outlet when it is not in use. Also, unplug it before cleaning, and prior to disconnecting or attaching parts. Never yank the cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. Do not use an appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use attachments that are not recommended or sold by the manufacturer; they may cause an unsafe condition. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing. If an extension cord is necessary, use a cord with a rating that matches or exceeds the rating of the appliance. A cord rated for fewer amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Arrange the cord so that it will not trip anybody, and that it will not be pulled in any way. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. To avoid injury, do not touch moving parts. Supervise children closely when they are near or using the appliance.
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Item Number105675
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Dimensions8.75 x 12.75 x 10.5 inches
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Weight7.5 pounds
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BrandTetra
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Reptile TypeAquatic Turtle, Frog, Newt
- Press outflow tube into pump discharge opening. Lubricate tube and adapters with water to ease tube assembly to pump.
- Slide O-ring over Elbow Fitting, keeping it approximately 1/4 inches from the end of the Elbow Fitting opening.
- Place assembled pump on the bottom of the Decorative ReptoFilter. Slide the overflow tube with O-ring into groove at top of the filter front. Slide down until O-ring sits at bottom of groove to form a watertight seal. Route pump cord through small notch at rear of filter top.
- Rinse cartridge filters under cold tap water to remove any carbon dust.
- Insert filter cartridges into slots on either side of pump and slide all the way down until seated on bottom.
- Place lid on filter.
- Place filter unit in corner of tank and fill until water level is between minimum and maximum line (levels are indicated on side of filter). Use a dechlorinator every time water is added to the tank. The ReptoFilters has intake holes close to the base of the unit. In order to prevent small animals from being sucked into the holes, it is recommended to add gravel to cover the holes.
- Plug in filter and create a drip loop.
Customer Reviews
75% Recommend
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Dont waste your money!
By Marty on Apr 10, 2021
This filter does not have the flow rate to keep a tank clean. It was used in my turtle tank and just could not do the job. I pulled the filters after 1 week thinking they needed to be changed since the water and the base of the tank were so dirty and they looked brand new. I bought a different style of filtration system and after 15 minutes it was 50% cleaner and clearer then when we ran this one for a week. DO NOT BUY THIS SYSTEM!!
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Works great
By supplement on Feb 22, 2021
I was skeptical of this filter because of the reviews, but I went ahead and gave it the benefit of the doubt and I’m glad I did. I needed a new filter for my turtle tank and this is perfect for it. It’s a lot bigger than I had originally thought but at least it’s not dinky. Works awesome for a 20 gallon tank although it says it’s for a 55 gal. Also, it was extremely easy to set up. Other reviews said it had sharp edges but the one I received didn’t, Andy (my turtle) loves it!
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This filter is great!
By sucker on Mar 1, 2021
I Bought a used version of this filter (at Goodwill) a few months ago and woks Great! Doesn't make much noise, Doesn't stink, Keeps the Aquarium for my Very dirty African Lungfish. Only thing Wrong with it is that is it makes a LOT of noise when water is at minimum water level, and when it is unplugged for more then 5-10 seconds you have to smack the filter and then put it back in the water. Another thing that keeps the water clean in my African Lungfish Aquarium is the Rosy red feeder fish he eats, and there are live plants in the Aquarium.
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Filter for turtle
By KK81 on Apr 9, 2021
I love the look of the water filter, but I just wish it had a docking area built into it or a place where the turtle can "hide" (like a cave). Reusable filters would be awesome too! But as The Rolling Stones say "You can't always get what you want".
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Just an expensive rock
By Webwlf on Mar 3, 2021
This doesn’t filter water at all. Maybe it will if there is just a few inches of water, but even at half the recommended fill line it didn’t do anything. Had to remove within a day.
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my little turtles
By brenda615 on Jan 10, 2021
I thought at first the filter wasn't going to work because I woke and my turtles tank was foggy but I forgot to add water to the line so it actually cleared all of the fog. My turtles love it
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It came damaged twice
By Megan on Feb 16, 2021
Got the first one and the inside was broken and it wasn't able to be used. They sent a replacement with the same issue. Inside was broken.
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Excellent purchase
By excellent1 on Dec 11, 2020
I honestly loved it, how ever I had to purchased two because I noticed that one was not enough to filter all the water in the tank. I think the price was reasonable
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Great filter and rock for turtle
By Margot on Nov 25, 2020
I absolutely love this filter. I was a little skeptical at first but it works great. The tanks stays crystal clear and our turtle, Raph, loves sitting on top of the rock and basking in the "sun." The waterfall sound is soothing at night as well. Highly recommended.
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Terrible filter
By MDRN on Oct 17, 2020
This filter runs so incredibly slow! Not to mention, we had issues with fruit flies and drain flies. We couldn’t figure out where they were coming from until we cleaned the filter. There were numerous larvae inside of the filter. It runs so slow that it was able to cultivate a fruit fly ecosystem!
