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Features
- $209 Value. Cascade Black Elite filter kit for aquariums up to 100 gallons.
- Pumps 265 gallons per hour. Quick easy push button self-primer. Flow rate cut-off valves adjust water flow.
- Includes filter, (1) Bio-Sponge, (1) Bio-Floss 6pk, (1) Pro-Carb 2pk, (1) Bio Rings 10oz and (1) Large Magna Sweep algae magnet.
- Be up and running in minutes. Nothing else to purchase. It is all included.
- Quick and easy monthly maintenance saves you time and aggravation.
Description
Cascade Canister Filters from Penn Plax offer heavy-duty multi-stage external filtration for your fresh or saltwater aquarium. The Cascade 1200 Canister Filter can handle aquariums up to 150 gallons efficiently providing up to 315 gph of flow. These filters allow you to combine the benefits of several types of media delivering powerful mechanical, chemical & biological filtration for crystal clear water in fresh or marine environments. Easy to install, these filters come with all the necessary accessories to connect to your tank and begin filtering in approximately 30 minutes and see visible improvement in less than a day! A quick push-button primer makes start-ups easy and the two independent directional 360-degree rotational valve taps make placement worry- free. Flow-rate control valves and swimming pool-style hose clamps make setup and adjustment easy. The popular cobalt blue color will look attractive next to your tank and the sturdy rubber mounted tip-proof rubber base keeps the unit in place. Each pump comes with large filter trays, start-up filter media & input/output tubing. The large filter trays mean you can use more media and have longer periods between replacement. An air-tight seal assures proper flow rate while maintain ultra-quiet operation. The easy-lift clamps make it simple to release the vacuum and remove the top for changing media or other maintenance. Directional returns help to suspend waste matter so it can be taken in by the filter leaving nothing but clear, clear water. Use any combination of media including bio-floss, bio-sponges, activated carbon and others to accomplish a wide array of aquarium filtration needs.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Product Dimensions : 9.84 x 9.84 x 16.93 inches; 13.01 Pounds
Item model number : CCF3BMK
Date First Available : December 12, 2016
Manufacturer : Penn-Plax
Best Sellers Rank: #206,918 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #3,453 in Aquarium Filter Accessories
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Customer Reviews: 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (263)
Item Weight: 12.98 pounds
Manufacturer: Penn-Plax
Item model number: CCF3BMK
Date First Available: December 12, 2016
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 24 x 12 x 10.6 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH: 9.84 x 9.84 x 16.93 inches
Item Weight: 5.9 Kilograms
Brand Name: Penn-Plax
Size: 1000 Elite
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This filter performs so well that I think it is well worth the extra $$ as compaired to bargain canister filters that I have used. Filter maintenance is easier because of the loose loading design. You wont break the handles on the trays because they aren't wedged into the canister. The tiny amount of water leakage between the media layers is insignificant. And the handle is a nice touch. The pump button works easily too. But if your canister is full of water and your hoses aren't full of air, you barely need to use it. The only time I ever needed the pump button was at initial installation. Trim your hoses so air can easily rise to the top. Then pump until the hoses are full of water. The motor and water flow design is an improvement over the bargain filters. The only possible complaint I have is that my model didn't obviously mark the input and output hoses. So during maintenance, one could swap them. I simply marked the input hose and path with colored tape so I wouldn't make this mistake. The trays are smaller than my other filter and the flow is a little higher. So it needs to be cleaned out at least every three weeks. It is doing its job! Mine came with carbon, a variety of media, and two types of output flow. One shoots a jet into the surface of the water. And the other is a multi-section horizontal tube that is submerged one inch below the surface. If my bargain filter fails me, I will buy another Pen-Plax. -Chris
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Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2017 by Christophe
When my HOB filter died unexpectantly, I decided it was finally time to spend a little extra and buy a canister filter instead of spending another $60+ on another HOB. I have a 55 gal freshwater tank and the HOB was never really working for me, I felt that the filter would just keep pushing out the dirty water and not be filtered. I found the Penn Plax Cascade filter by chance while looking up the best canisters on Google and after looking at the reviews I decided to go for it. I ordered the 1000 elite version and so far it is well worth the $100+ I paid for it. -The shipping was quick and easy, coming in only a few days. Which was a huge plus because my tank was currently without a filter. -The set-up was was easy as well. The filter comes with a detailed instruction book and even someone such as myself, who is not at all tech savvy, was able to figure it out. I was worried that parts would be missing or I would have to engineer something to get this to work, but everything is included and after a couple steps, the filter is all ready to go. -The design of the filter is nice and "sleek". It's not a huge bulky contraption, but a small box that can easily fit under any tank stand. The tubing is a little long and the instructions suggest cutting them to fit your situation. -As far as the performance of the filter, I have noticed a big difference in my water quality. I've had this filter for about a month and my water is clearer and my levels are almost perfect. With my powerhead going, I have yet to see any waste or plant life sit in my aquarium like I did with my old HOB. The overall opinion for the 1000 Elite version, is that this is an incredible deal. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a canister filter!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2017 by Sarah
I've had fish tanks practically my whole life, from a child when my mother got me into it till now at 64 so I'm not an amateur...I had numerous tanks fresh and salt over the years numerous filtration systems, Bio wheels to canisters from numerous different companies ...But never canister from Penn Plex! This by far the worst system I have ever had on my tank...for lack of a better analogy, It's temperamental...It will work great for a few days ,good air, good circulation, tank crystal clear. Then after a long day at work, you come home and all your fish are at the top of the tank gasping for air because this P.O.S. canister crashed...JUST A F%*#% HEADACHE...Even dealing with the company reps was a nightmare TAKE MY WORD...DO NOT BUY THIS CANISISTER!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2020 by Terry Carpenter
I just set it up yesterday and so far it’s exceptionally quiet, my GloFish Tetras are very active and Happy, the water is very clear and it hasn’t leaked a drop. What more could one ask for? I’ve read several of the critical reviews and tho I’m sure they were valid , I think some have had air leaks causing priming and noise issues. I feel bad for those with fish dying but suspect that unless you’re very careful about the temperature, chemistry and bacteria levels that may need to be addressed with supplements (especially bacteria add in) as you add an new filter and new water, especially in a smaller tank that the stress can easily kill fish. I made sure to use treated water and added Prime and a little bacteria supplement to help it get started properly, and that’s likely helped the fish a lot. I was a little disappointed that only the two large end latches of the 4 actually help compress the o-ring seal, the two on the sides don’t seem to help do anything except release the seal when opening it later for cleaning. The handle seems sturdy as is all the other material. The 4 tube end fitting's assembly was very easy, leak proof, and effective, the U-shaped over the back fittings weren’t a problem .. certainly it fit much better in my custom wooden tank enclosure than expected so overall I’m really happy so far.. after watching A few YT videos outlining the importance of both aerobic and anerobic bacteria in the nitrogen cycle I don’t plan to change the filters for very long time intervals except perhaps swap out the carbon bags. Mine came with three carbon bags, ( I put in only 2 of the 3) about 7 white fine mesh ones I used 3 of these in the canister) and one coarse black extra one for the bottom as the 1st filter .. as well as the hard anaerobic bacteria cylinder tubes (which I placed on top) .. so there was a lot of spare excess filters with it. I only have a 20 gal tank and wanted this canister primarily to keep the ammonia level, nitrite and nitrate levels in check so I can stock a lot more fish than a normal 20 gal tank can support. Currently I only have 4 but would like to triple the number of GloFish in this tank, and I think once the filter biology is established I’ll be able to do that and keep the chemistry in check .. We'll see. That probably also depends on if I can keep the 4 grandkids from accidentally dumping in too much food in too? By the way I did have to cut back the water flow using the intake valve about 50% cause it was just way to much for a 20 gallon tank, I hope this doesn’t void the warantee but the fish were a bit stresses by all the bubbles and swimming against new water currents until I did this. The photos are Fe fore and after adding the 1000 Elite canister An update 3/26/2018 I've had it almost 3 months .. no problems at all yet.. But I have yet to change and clean the filter media.. I will be doing that soon.. The main thing I like is it's given me the confidence that I can control the water parameters well enough to upgrade to a Planted tank with a lot more fish.. Ive really enjoyed this 20Gal tank a lot and in large measure it's due to this filter.. Ok I just changed the medial and cleaned it for the first time and had fits trying to get the flow to sustain.. priming it was easy but after several trips to re-examine the seals and impeller and everything looks Ok the motor is running with no noise but there is not enough flow when standing up straight to keep the water moving.. on the other hand if I tilt it over like this Photo shows about 40 degrees, it works Ok but I can''t leave it this way..its not leaking water or sucking in air as far as I can tell .. why would it work but only on one side like this PLEASE HELP.. Update an hour later: after removing all the trays again and some of the old biofloss ( which I was hoping to retain for it's bacteria) i put it all back together and made extra sure all the coupling tubes between the trays were seated properly as they stacked and that the o-ring seal was on the power head tube properly and now this time it started up without priming needed at all, and had twice the flow in the upright and normal standing position Yeah! So, I think it was probably my fault for not seating the trays properly. Update : 4/11/2018 added this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008SOH602/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 to the outflow tube and it solved the high pressure jet stream issue that was tearing up my Amazon Sword plant leaves perfectly as well as cut down the humidity problem due to all the bubbles. Now it still have good water flow but no more high pressure jet blast.. :). no issues with reliability or noise either and it does a great job of keeping the chemical levels balanced too.. update 4/28/ 2018.. aargh , it’s doing it again! I can’t get water flow unless I tilt it. This started after a simple 30% water change. Rechecked all gaskets impeller and tray seating and cant fixit .. I’m getting another canister :) Update : 5/11/2018 Last night my outflow stopped again but this time I was prepared with a backup 1000 non-Elite) and swapped it in only to find the problem for teh past several months has never been in the canister.. it was a very small crack in the intake hose fitting at the top end coupling to the U shaped hard plastic tube.. Right there where you see I tried to fixit by taping is where a crack can occur that will suck AIR in instead of water form the fish tank and the result is you can't Prime it, and cant fill the canister since there is no siphon action possible till that air leak is sealed.. If you contact Penn Plax Customer Service within the 1st three years they will replace the bad part.. It turns out this is why my canister would only work while it was tilted because a little bit of flex in the hose caused the crack to close enough to get the water flowing again each time .. see photo of where I temp fixed it with white vinyl tape.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2018 Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2018 by Jim S
I know it’s a tad overkill, however, I purchased the elite 1000 for my 20G high tank. My aqua clear that I had for 1 & 1/2 years randomly stopped working and I needed a new filter ASAP. Set up was a breeze! I barely had to read the instructions and when I did need them, it was extremely straight forward and even had pictures for us visual folks. I really enjoy that the valves can control the amount of water flowing through the outtake and intake. Didn’t leak and is quiet as well (just as loud as my HOB filter.)
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Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2019 by Haley
I read all the reviews, brought with hessitation. Over the past year it has been stopped and restarted following instructions of order to shut off out valve then in valve. Once I did not. I pumped the pump, waited a couple of minutes after the noise of water filling stopped and it went no issue. My tank ha not been healthier or clearer. Use in conjunction with a green machine. The tank is only 24 gallons, I restrict the outflow otherwise the fish are battling a stream all day. Which I do immediately after a clean. Notes on the water getting around the tray I would say are due to poor tray insertion. I have not regretted getting this filter
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Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2019 by New Zealander
Mine lasted just short of six years before the cannister started leaking. Cleaned, replaced gasket, etc. Could never get it to stop. I suspect the plastic hold down clamps became too worn to make a good seal.
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2024 by tony steele
Day 1: I bought this canister filter based on the specs and the aesthetics. Out of the box it comes with a lot of filter pads, two coarse sponges, three carbon bags, and one ceramic rings bag. Setup is pretty simple. I made use of the rain bar and I must say, even with the media installed the pump is very powerful; the rain bar sprays from one side of the 90 gallon tank to the other side. I had to turn down the flow on the input and output nozzles. Honestly the only negative I can think of at this point is the tubing provided. For some reason, it looks and feels greasy so my finger prints are all over the tubing (I washed my hands before setting this filter up). I'll provide a 3 and 6 month update if I remember.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2018 by Dafeng