Description

Maintain cleaner, clearer, and better-circulated aquarium water with the Sobo 618 HOB Filter. Designed with a compact hang-on-back structure, this aquarium filter provides effective filtration while preserving valuable swimming and aquascaping space inside the tank.

With a water flow rate of up to 280 litres per hour, the filter continuously draws aquarium water through the filtration chamber to help capture fish waste, uneaten food, suspended debris, and other visible impurities. The steady water movement also improves circulation throughout the aquarium and helps prevent stagnant areas.

The filter chamber can support different types of filter media for mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. Mechanical media traps solid waste, chemical media can help reduce unwanted odours and discolouration, and biological media provides surface area for beneficial bacteria that support a stable aquarium environment.

Its slim external design makes the Sobo 618 suitable for small aquarium setups, planted tanks, shrimp tanks, Betta community tanks, and decorative aquascapes. The easily accessible filter chamber also makes regular cleaning and media maintenance more convenient.

Key Features

• Water flow rate of up to 280 litres per hour
• Compact hang-on-back aquarium filter design
• Helps remove fish waste, debris, and suspended particles
• Supports mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration
• Improves aquarium water movement and circulation
• External installation preserves internal tank space
• Accessible filter chamber for convenient maintenance
• Suitable for freshwater aquarium setups
• Ideal for planted tanks, shrimp tanks, and decorative aquariums
• Slim design maintains a clean aquarium appearance

Specifications

Product Name: Sobo 618 HOB Filter
Type: Hang-On-Back Aquarium Filter
Maximum Flow Rate: 280 litres per hour
Filtration Support: Mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration
Installation Style: Mounted on the aquarium wall
Use: Aquarium filtration and water circulation
Suitable For: Small freshwater aquariums, planted tanks, shrimp tanks, and decorative setups

Usage Note

Install the filter securely on the aquarium wall and ensure that the intake pipe remains below the water level. Fill the filter chamber with aquarium water before switching it on to help the unit begin circulating water correctly.

Clean the intake pipe, filter chamber, and mechanical filter media regularly to maintain consistent water flow. Rinse biological media gently using removed aquarium water instead of chlorinated tap water to help protect beneficial bacteria.

Always unplug the filter before cleaning, repositioning, or carrying out aquarium maintenance. Keep the electrical plug, socket, and cable connection away from water.