Sponge Filter Pictures

Sponge Filter (Filtration) Pictures & Diagrams for Aquariums

*This post shows several different how-to aquarium (& pond) sponge filter applications via diagrams/pictures.

*This also includes Sponge Pre-filter applications as well.

Sponge Filter Diagrams

The first picture shows how the concept of an aquarium sponge filter connected to an air pump functions/works.













This second picture shows the basic flow pattern with different lift tube heights or pump configurations.





These next two pictures/diagrams show basic Sponge Filter set up methods.
First is an air pump set up and the second is how to convert a Via Aqua 480 Power Head (or similar) to connect with a Sponge Filter


Sponge Pre-Filter Diagrams/Pictures










This diagram/picture is a Via Aqua Vitalife M-200 Filter attached to Filter Max Pre-Filter














This picture shows a Filter Max Aquarium Prefilter connected to a Via Aqua 1300 pump (a Filter Max #3 is recommended, although the #2 can work as well).
This application works well for using your Pump to other filters such a converted pond filter.


Please see this article for MUCH more Sponge Filtration Information:
*Sponge filtration; How sponge filters work and the benefits of using sponge filters in aquariums and ponds


For sites to purchase Premium Hydro Sponge Products:
*ATI Hydro Sponge Filters

*ATI Filter Max Prefilters

*ATI Hydro Pond/Sump Filters