Marineland Penguin Power Filter, 30 to 50-Gallon, 200 GPH

by MarineLand

Product Features

• Certified flow rate of 200GPH, perfect for all aquariums up to 50-gallon, uses the Rite-Size "C" filter cartridge
• Delivers easy, three stage mechanical, chemical, and biological aquarium filtration
• Convenient Penguin Rite Size Cartridges come ready to use with each filter

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.2 x 8 inches ; 2.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0009IODZG
• Item model number: PF0200B
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,070 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
  • #12 in Pet Supplies > Fish & Aquatic Pets > Pumps & Filters > Filters

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

These are the 4 Penguin Power Filter models available to you that come mostly pre-assembled.

Easy Enough for the Beginner

Whether you're a first-time aquarist or consider yourself a hobbyist, the Marineland Penguin Power Filter is right for you. Because it comes in four different sizes, this filter is perfect for any small to medium aquarium, 20-75 gallons. It does a superior job with the bio-load of Tropical Community Fish, Oscars, and African Cichlids. Leftover food and fish waste particles disappear in minutes due to the filter's replaceable Rite Size cartridges, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for your fish and plants.

The Penguin Filter easily hangs on the back of your tank.

Handy Chart to Help You Pick the Right Penguin for Your Aquarium

Product	Certified Flow Rate	Aquarium Size	Rite Size Media
Penguin 100B	100 GPH	Up to 20 gallons	A
Penguin 150B	150 GPH	Up to 30 gallons	B
Penguin 200B	200 GPH	Up to 50 gallons	C
Penguin 350B	350 GPH	Up to 75 gallons	C

3-Stage Filtration Advantage

Each Marineland Penguin Filter is designed with an effective, easy, 3-stage filtration system consisting of biological, chemical, and mechanical filtration. The BIO-Wheel was designed to grow the beneficial bacteria that is needed for biological filtration and has been proven best at removing toxic ammonia and nitrites. Also, the BIO-Wheel comes with a noise reducing cover, making this filter more convenient and enjoyable for all fish owners. The replaceable Rite-Size filter cartridge provides the mechanical and chemical filtration, screening out the dirt and debris and removing odors, discoloration and impurities. The 100% water to media contact ensures a crystal clear, healthy environment for your plants and fish. This type of 3-stage system will guarantee that your aquatic environment thrives to its highest ability.

BIO-Wheel helps ensure crystal clear water.

Start-up and Maintenance

The Penguin Power Filter requires virtually no set-up, making it perfect for any fish lover. Simply follow the manual in connecting the parts and then hang it onto the back of your tank. Be sure to prime your filter with aquarium water before you plug it in. Once you have set-up your filter you can adjust the water flow by using the mid-level strainer. After the initial set- up, maintenance of this filter is quite easy. Simply remove and replace the filter cartridge after approximately one month and clean the filter as needed.

Handy Chart to Help You Pick the Right Filter for Your Size Aquarium

Product	Tank Size	Level Aquarist	Type of Filter	Type of BIO-Technology	Type of Water Environment
Penguin	Small-Medium	Beginner	Hang-on-Tank	BIO-Wheel	Freshwater/Saltwater
Emperor	Medium	Beginner-Enthusiast	Hang-on-Tank	BIO-Wheel	Freshwater/Saltwater
C-Series Canister	Medium-Very Large Tanks	Enthusiast	Canister	BIO-Filter Balls	Freshwater/Saltwater

TetraCare®

Sign up for TetraCare® to help you be successful in your fish-keeping endeavor. This is a totally free program with the purchase of these aquarium systems and provides on-line and over the phone support. Once you register, you'll receive specially timed e-mails to guide you through the first six months of your aquarium experience and beyond. Free direct access to our TetraCare® Team is just a phone call away. Just call 1-800-423-6458. Help is available seven days a week.

Product Description

Penguin Power Filter 200B

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best filter EVER. Don't listen to the 1-star crowd., April 22, 2009

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J. Beals "Condor Italiano" (San Diego CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Marineland Penguin Power Filter, 30 to 50-Gallon, 200 GPH (Misc.)

I have had my Penguin 200 with the bio-wheel for about a month now. Before I bought it, I did some research and read the reviews about this particular model. I saw all the bad press people were giving it about it's "restart problems" and "Bad Connections" etc. etc. and I have to say, the only problem with the P-200 are the short-bus riders who don't have their water ALL THE WAY UP TO THE BOTTOM OF THE OUTPUT AREA.

5*s*t*a*r*s, the bio-wheel is super, it isn't noisy (you know it's on, but it doesn't stop you from reading a book), and my fish have personally told me that they love it. My fish talk to me.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than I thought, February 27, 2011

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Hatty - See all my reviews

This review is from: Marineland Penguin Power Filter, 30 to 50-Gallon, 200 GPH (Misc.)

I wasn't expecting much with this filter because of the reviews. I was told it is a great filter so I decided to give it a go (plus its pretty cool).

I don't quite understand those who say they have problems with noise. There is a range that you have to keep our water level between. As long as it isn't too high or too low, it is pretty quite. The water sound is louder than some other filters I've had, but the motor is barely audible. It won't take long for you to figure out at what level to keep the water.

The second problem it the bio wheel not rotating. I can't figure out how this can happen if the filter is clean. I keep the bushings of the bio wheel clean and it rotates just as well as the day I purchased it.

The third problem I read on here is the restart difficulty. I did have difficulty restarting the filter once, when it kicked off as I was setting the tank up. I don't blame the filter though because I caused back pressure to form in the intake tube due to rearranging the tank decorations. You just have to know how to restart it. If you have problems, follow the steps below:

1. Unplug the filter and raise the intake tube a couple centimeters.
2. Prime the filter (fill it with water). By raising the intake tube, you prevent the water from siphoning through the intake tube into the tank.
3. Make sure the water level of the tank comes up to the outlet ramp of the filter.
4. Have someone plug the filter in. When you feel the pressure of the impeller, lower the intake tube a couple inches back to its original location.

The water should start flowing.

If you purchase this filter and it starts misbehaving, just take a step back and calmly follow the instructions. The filter is most likely not the reason why it isn't working. Its a great filter and I would by it again any day.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MY TANK IS CLEAN!!!!!!, March 18, 2007

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S. Mercer (usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Marineland Penguin Power Filter, 30 to 50-Gallon, 200 GPH (Misc.)

This power filter rocks!!!!!!! It replaced 2 filters i was using that weren't doing there job. I can finally show people my tank and not feel ashamed. The waters crystal clear and the fish are happy and healthy.