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Fish Mate Gravity Filters
Three functions ... Biological, Mechanical & UVC*
*On models that have UVC
waterdrop_100Clearwater guarantee* - or your money back
Provided UVC fitted filters Fish Mate filters are operated in accordance with the recommendations in the instructions supplied with the product, Pet Mate Ltd. guarantee clear water visibly free from suspended algae.
High capacity filter canisters together with the unique multi-foam layout reduces cleaning by up to 3 times   compared to conventional filters.
High capacity mechanical / biological flow through with multi chamber filters for clear ponds
Must see > Three stage filter cleaning system

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Aussie's observations
Suitable for:  Any natural or fish pond including Koi.  Ponds that do not have waterfalls (unless the filter is mounted at the very top of a waterfall or stream) Pressure filters are much more suitable for waterfalls.
What we liked:  Very good value for money. Easy to install and clean. The clear water guarantee on UVC models.
Other products of this type: Bio Steps 10       Oase Biotec        
         For smaller sizes > Clean Pond    Oasis gravity
Made in U.K. Fish Mate
Compact		 Fish Mate
Medium 		 Fish Mate
Large
Suitable flow in litres per Hour through the filter See below See below See below
Approximate pond size see chart see chart see chart
Dimensions (cm) L x W x H   36x24x19 60x43x33 60x43x53
Cable length on UVC models 5m 5m 5m
Inlet hose tail supplied 20 & 25mm one 32mm one 32mm
(Optional 38mm inlet retrofit)
Outlet (mm) 25 & 32mm 2 x 38mm 2 x 38mm
Number of filter foams 2 2 2
Biological filter medium  Supra Supra Supra

UV clarifier on models ending in C only

 16 watt 15 watt 25 watt
Suitable pumps see below see below see below
Guarantee  (UV lamp excluded)   3 years 3 years 3 years

 Gravity Bio filter with UVC

Compact - 16 watt
 $296		 Medium - 15 watt
***		  Large - 25 watt
***
Gravity Bio filter (No UVC) Standard-Compact
$119		  Standard-Medium
$298		 Standard - Large

Currently Not Available
 

Try the Bio steps 10
***No longer imported into Australia

38mm retro fitted inlet fitting >>$31
 

         
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Filter selection

To choose the ideal filter for any pond you must first know the correct flow through the filter to maintain ideal water quality for your pond. (Please remember that the pond size alone does not determine the filter or pump size without first taking into account the many environmental and physical factors) 
 
3 ways to get help to establish flow

  1. Fill in one of our e-mail help forms and let us do all the calculations for you

  2. Give us a call 1800 607 388 for expert advice

  3. Do it yourself and use our quick reference flow calculator for rough estimate

  • Step one: Establish the required flow through the filter keeping in mind waterfall** height if any, or long hose**

  • Step Two: Choose a filter from the chart below (Example if your pond requires a flow through the filter of 4,500 litres per hour, the FishMate Medium would give the best result)

  • Step Three: Choose a pump, they are listed below in order of quality and suitability

Recommended flow through the filter - litres per hour
  Compact Medium Large
Minimum flow 675 2,700 4,500
Ideal flow -  See tip 3 below 1,000 4,000 6,700
Max flow  - See tip 3 below 1,350 5,400 9,100

FAQ (frequently asked questions
 

Suitable pumps for Fish Mate gravity filters

 

 Compact Medium Large

Most suitable pumps**
Project Easy Jet 1200		 Project Easy Jet 4000
Max Flo 3500#		 Max-Flo 7500
Max Flo 6000La

Other workable pumps**

Pondmate 1500
Pondmate 1000		 Project Easy Jet 5000
Pondmate 4800 		 Stingray 7000
Pondmate  8500##

**Special note, if using a waterfall or a long hose between pump and filter the pump will need to be larger to allow for the reduced flow caused by the head (pumping height, and/or hose length)   If in doubt Fill in one of our e-mail help forms and let us do all the calculations for you.
# A little under size for some pond sizes, but would work if the pond were smaller than the filters maximum volume rating.
## This pump is a little too strong, unless a waterfall over 1m is in place. However, you can never have too much pond flow, so, by releasing water back into the pond through a "Tee" and flow valve added circulation is provided for the pond.

 Aussie's additional thoughts
Tip  1: Place the pump at the opposite end of the pond to the water return, and in the deepest part of the pond.

Tip 2: Interpet offer a chemical to prime filter systems, a great way to hasten biological activity. Pond Bio start 

 Tip 3: If in doubt always choose a pump with less than the maximum recommended flow and less than the recommended head height (see point 5). Within reason the slower the water passes over the UV lamp and through the filter the better the result. However, you can never have too much pond flow, so, by having a slightly oversize pump and releasing water directly back into the pond or on to a feature or waterfall through a "Tee" with a flow valve, added circulation is provided for the pond.

Fish Mate Pressure filters

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