Filtration Systems for Ponds up to 700 gallons

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1. Most Economical
   • This option uses a filter inside the pond
   • The filter and plumbing are visible
   • Must lift from pond for cleaning
   • Easy to add to an existing pond
   • Approximate cost range $45 to $66
     
   
   

   Hide This Box PM1000 Show Item Details   |   Order This Item In-pond filter, filter and plumbing visible in pond, must remove pump and filter from pond for cleaning Connects to submersible pumps with a threaded inlet Maximum flow of 700 gph Pondmaster PM1000 Filter Item Number: FBP005 Price: $45.50 ea. Need help selecting a Filter? Click Here Filter box with locking handle. Approximately 12 x 12 x 3 1/4" Connects to intake side of pump with 3/4 inch tubing In-pond use only For up to 700 GPH. For ponds up to 1000 gallons Includes (1) Carbon Pad and (1) Coarse Pad Use the 1/2" MPT x 3/4" barbed insert to connect this filter to the Pondmaster PM2 - PM7 pumps Hide Details Signal 800 Show Item Details   |   Order This Item In-Pond filter, filter and plumbing visible in pond, must remove pump and filter from pond for cleaning Pump sits inside filter so pump is not visible in pond, does not require threaded inlet Maximum flow of 3500 gph Signal 800 In-Pond Filter Item Number: FBM005 Price: $66.50 ea. Rigid in-pond filters combine biological and mechanical filtration. Easily cleaned and efficient. Black rigid container. Use alone or as an intake mechanical filter for larger ponds. The exterior dimensions of our Model 800 filter are approximately 16 inches in diameter x 10.5 inches deep and is designed for water gardens up to 750 gallons. Heavy duty filter housing includes 2 filter pads, 2.5 gallons Bio-Balls, and filter bag. Many pumps can be placed inside the Signal 800 filter. The photo below shows the assembled filter with tubing from a pump placed inside the filter. Hide Details Hide This Box

   
   
2. Less Maintenance
   • This option uses a skimmer installed outside the pond
   • No plumbing visible in pond, better appearance
   • Pump can sit inside the skimmer
   • Better filtration
   • Easy to clean
   • Several hours to install
   • Approximate cost range $140 to $280
     
     

   Hide This Box Atlantic Skimmer 6" Weir Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Installed outside the pond, keeps pump and plumbing hidden for better appearance, easy cleaning, catches floating debris in basket and fine debris with fiber filter mat Submersible pump sits inside the skimmer or external pump can be used to pull water from skimmer Flow range of 500 gph to 2500 gph Made of high molecular weight polyethylene Atlantic Skimmer 6" Weir Item Number: FSA005 Price: $159.00 ea. Model PS4000 Skimmer Weir Size: 6" Max pond area: 350 sq. ft. Pump range: 500 - 2500 gph Made of high molecular weight polyethylene Includes: Basket, filter mat, lid, silicone Hide Details Savio Compact Skimmer with a 6" Faceplate Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Installed outside the pond, keeps pump and plumbing hidden for better appearance, easy cleaning, catches floating debris in basket and fine debris with fiber filter mat, includes space for UV to be installed inside skimmer Submersible pump sits inside the skimmer or external pump can be used to pull water from skimmer Sturdy locking cover Flow range of 500 gph to 2000 gph Super strong injection molded housing Savio Compact Skimmer Base Unit Item Number: FSS025 Price: $299.00 ea. Savio Compact Skimmerfilters can be used as the total filtration solution for ponds up to 700 gallons. This all in one approach reduces plumbing and eliminates the need for extra equipment. Removes up to 85% of debris before it sinks. Macro filtration traps large debris. Optional UV clarifier eliminates green water. Bio-Mechanical filtration maintains healthy living bacteria & polishes water. Sturdy locking cover. Bio-mechanical filter mat and frame. Rugged leaf basket. Injection molded housing. Manufacturer's 5 year limited warranty Choose from 6" or 8.5" weir opening. Illustrations showing installation information Operating Manual & Specifications (This 1.56mb PDF format file will load in a new window.) Hide Details Hide This Box

3. Low Maintenance & More Filtration
   • This option uses a skimmer installed outside the pond
   • Additional filtration included for koi ponds, ponds under trees, or other heavy organic loads
   • No plumbing in pond, good appearance
   • Pump can sit inside the skimmer
   • Best Filtration
   • Easy to clean
   • Several hours to install
   • Approximate cost range $240 to $690

   Hide This Box If you want a solution with low maintenance and more filtration for a heavier fish load choose a Skimmer from column A and one component from column B:
   Column A Select one Atlantic Skimmer 6" Weir Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Installed outside the pond, keeps pump and plumbing hidden for better appearance, easy cleaning, catches floating debris in basket and fine debris with fiber filter mat Submersible pump sits inside the skimmer or external pump can be used to pull water from skimmer Flow range of 500 gph to 2500 gph Made of high molecular weight polyethylene Atlantic Skimmer 6" Weir Item Number: FSA005 Price: $159.00 ea. Model PS4000 Skimmer Weir Size: 6" Max pond area: 350 sq. ft. Pump range: 500 - 2500 gph Made of high molecular weight polyethylene Includes: Basket, filter mat, lid, silicone Hide Details Savio Compact Skimmer with a 6" Faceplate Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Installed outside the pond, keeps pump and plumbing hidden for better appearance, easy cleaning, catches floating debris in basket and fine debris with fiber filter mat, includes space for UV to be installed inside skimmer Submersible pump sits inside the skimmer or external pump can be used to pull water from skimmer Sturdy locking cover Flow range of 500 gph to 2000 gph Super strong injection molded housing Savio Compact Skimmer Base Unit Item Number: FSS025 Price: $299.00 ea. Savio Compact Skimmerfilters can be used as the total filtration solution for ponds up to 700 gallons. This all in one approach reduces plumbing and eliminates the need for extra equipment. Removes up to 85% of debris before it sinks. Macro filtration traps large debris. Optional UV clarifier eliminates green water. Bio-Mechanical filtration maintains healthy living bacteria & polishes water. Sturdy locking cover. Bio-mechanical filter mat and frame. Rugged leaf basket. Injection molded housing. Manufacturer's 5 year limited warranty Choose from 6" or 8.5" weir opening. Illustrations showing installation information Operating Manual & Specifications (This 1.56mb PDF format file will load in a new window.) Hide Details		Column B Select one Atlantic BF1000 FilterFalls Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Up-flow filter with 14” spillway Simplifies building waterfall Comes with fiber mat and mesh bag for Springflo bio-ribbon Fiber mat will require occasional cleaning Maximum flow of 2400 gph Atlantic BF1000 FilterFalls Item Number: FBA005 Price: $99.50 ea. The Filterfalls is an up-flow filter. Water flows from the pump through the bulkhead fitting into the swirl chamber at the bottom of the filter enclosure; then through the grate and filter mat where solids are removed. Lastly, through the media bag and filter material, and out over the spillway. Container is ruggedly built from high molecular weight polyethylene (.250 inch gauge). 20 inches L x 15 inches W x 15 inches H 14 inch Spillway Max. Flow: 2400 GPH Container Capacity - 8 Gallons Includes: 1-1/2 inch Bulkhead, Grate, Media Bag (for adding additional filter material such as Springflo Bio-Filter Media), and 12" diameter Filter Mat 1-1/2" FPT Inlet on left side facing spillway Installation Instruction Hide Details Pondmaster P-1000 Pressurized Filter & SpringFlo Bio Ribbon Show Item Details | Order Filter | Order Ribbon Can be buried for hidden installation Simple cleaning, just turn a valve Run pipe from filter for waterfall Heavy Polyethylene construction Pondmaster P-1000 Pressurized Filter Item Number: FBP015 Price: $335.00 ea. Agitator unlocks waste from media saving the amount of water discharged during backwash and rinse cycles Unique, patent pending 3-way master valve locks into "run", "rinse", and "backwash" settings Clear-vue inspection port to monitor water clarity during backwash/rinse operation Positive pressure lock ring to ensure a tight water seal Reusable Bio-Matrix Media affords maximum surface area for beneficial bacteria growth Heavy duty poly canister can be buried for hidden installation Can be easily operated using a single energy-efficient magnetic-drive or similar pump. (not included) Does not require a high-pressure pump to back wash. For ponds up to 1000 gallons 1-1/2 inch MPT Intake, Discharge, and waste Discharge And SpringFlo Bio Ribbon Item Number: FMS020 Price: $67.50 ea. Savio Springflo Bio-Filter Media is a polypropylene and calcium carbonate ribbon. The ribbon has an embossed diamond pattern that creates millions of dimples to rapidly secure and develop bacteria. It is easy to use and maintain, inexpensive, and resists channeling, clogging, and compaction in both up-flow and horizontal flow environments. Each box is enough to filter approximately 1000 gallons. Hide Details Mini Waterfall Tank & No-Clog filter Ribbon 1/2 cubic ft Show Item Details | Order Tank | Order Ribbon Up-flow filter with 12” spillway Only needs cleaning twice a year when using No-Clog filter ribbon Flow range of 500 to 2,000 gph Simplifies building waterfall Atlantic BF1000 FilterFalls Item Number: FBA005 Price: $99.50 ea. The Filterfalls is an up-flow filter. Water flows from the pump through the bulkhead fitting into the swirl chamber at the bottom of the filter enclosure; then through the grate and filter mat where solids are removed. Lastly, through the media bag and filter material, and out over the spillway. Container is ruggedly built from high molecular weight polyethylene (.250 inch gauge). 20 inches L x 15 inches W x 15 inches H 14 inch Spillway Max. Flow: 2400 GPH Container Capacity - 8 Gallons Includes: 1-1/2 inch Bulkhead, Grate, Media Bag (for adding additional filter material such as Springflo Bio-Filter Media), and 12" diameter Filter Mat 1-1/2" FPT Inlet on left side facing spillway Installation Instruction And No-Clog Filter Ribbon 1/2 Cubic Foot Item Number: FMM050 Price: $34.99 ea. No Clog Shaved PVC 250 sq ft of surface area per cubic foot Supplied in white nylon mesh bag 1/2 cubic foot size fits Mini Waterfall Tank (filters up to 325 gallons) Hide Details Ultima II Filter 1000 Show Item Details   |   Order This Item Filter can be buried Maximum flow of 4500 gph Clean by turning a valve Heavy duty construction Run pipe from filter to waterfall Ultima II Filter 1,000 Item Number: FBU005 Price: $420.00 ea. Very Heavy Flow Rate No Channeling Minutes to Backwash Heavy Fish Loads Compact Filter Can be Buried For Ponds up to 1,000 Gal. 12" dia. x 22" tall 1-1/2" FPT inlet and outlet Includes unions which make inlet and outlet 1-1/2" slip fitting. Minimum Flow Rate: for proper backwashing your pump should have enough pressure to be capable of pumping 1000GPH @10' of head. Maximum Flow Rate: 4500 GPH 1 Year Warranty Hide Details
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