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Rena Canister Filters; Filstar XP1, XP2, XP4 Filter Systems by Aquarium Pharmaceuticals (API)

RELATED PRODUCTS; Via Aqua 750 Canister Filter The Best Canister Filter for the price, very reliable, high capacity, although not the premium canister filter that the Filstar is (which is second to none, including the Eheim), the Via Aqua Canister filter is a best value. Via Aqua VitaLife M100 & M200 Power Filter One of the best Aquarium HOB, Power Filters at any price ATI Hydro Sponge Filters ATI Hydro Sponge Aquarium Filters for bio and mechanical aquarium filtration. New Hydrosponge Pro filter for high bio load tanks. Also replacement sponges and parts for Hydro Sponge Filter Max Aquarium Pre-Filters For improved bio filtration, improved aquarium filter efficiency. These Sponge pre-filters prevent fry, debris, and other material from being trapped in an aquarium filter intake and increase filter intake depth Click below for our vinyl aquarium tubing page: Tubing, Hose Clamps All the Rena Filstar Filters utilize a tubing metric tubing size that is very close to the 5/8 inch ID tubing we sell on this page linked to on the left (please note that the Filstar already has tubing included, you only would need to purchase extra for applications such as a UV Sterilizer where more tubing may be required)

The extremely quiet Filstar XP Filters are excellent for use in Fresh and saltwater of aquariums. It has a large bio mechanical and chemical media capacity, strong flow rates and solid construction combined with ease of maintenance.

*Simple Installation
*Easy to Use
*Maximum Performance & Reliability
*Complete with ALL media needed!





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*Click on the pictures to the left to enlarge for a better view of the XP(4) flow design & spray bar configurations

• Adjustable Height inlet tube, fits even the deepest aquariums.
• Modular outlet system adjusts to any aquarium.
• 160 degree rotation of inlet/outlet nozzles.
• Self-priming, easy start system.
• Unique one-step water shut-off and disconnect control lever.
• Easily accessible flow control from above tank level.
• Multi-use filtration baskets with handles for easy maintenance.
• Built in handles for easy carrying of filter during maintenance.
• Easily accessible impeller.
• Efficient 3-stage filtration: mechanical, chemical & Biological.
• No bypass flow design ensures complete water flow through the filter media
• Maximum capacity baskets hold large amounts of filtration media.
• Long-life shaft will not degrade, safe for use in salt water.
• Unique anti-airlock system ensures continuous flow.
• Unique self-locking water shutoff system prevents accidental flow during maintenance.
• Rubber feet prevent slipping and dampen noise and vibration
• Barbed nozzles and safety clips (included) ensure a water tight connection.
• Anti-overheating design protects motor if filter is clogged.
• Two year warranty

For an installation video, please click here:
Rena Filstar Installation/Instructional Video

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XP 1 for Aquariums up to 55 Gallons (75 or more with additional filters)- $109.99

*250 gph (142 gph with full accessories/media)
*13 watts
*Height 8-1/4 inches (21 cm.) x 9-1/2" Long x 8-1/4" Wide
*Max water head= 47 inches (1.20 meters)
*Volume 1 US gallon
*One compartment
*Filter Includes:
• (Height adjustable inlet tube with extension and strainer
• multi-directional outlet system with spray-bar, outlet nozzle, flow adjustment valve, venturi air intake, and suctions cups
• filtration basket with separation grids
• (2) 5' lengths of flexible tubing
• 20 ppi coarse open cell foam pad
• 30 ppi open cell foam pad
• micro filter pad
• 233g Bio-chem Zorb media pouch.

XP 2 for Aquariums up to 75 Gallons (125 or more with additional filters)- $145.99

*300 gph (160 gph with full accessories/media)
*16 watts
*10-1/2" High (27 cm)x 9-1/2" Long x 8-1/4" Wide
*Max water head= 55 inches (1.40 meters)
*Volume 1.4 US gallons
*Two compartments
*Filter includes:
• Height adjustable inlet tube with extension and strainer,
• multi-directional outlet system with spray-bar, outlet nozzle, flow adjustment valve, venturi air intake, and suctions cups
• filtration baskets with separation grids
• 59” lengths of flexible tubing
• (2) 20 ppi coarse open cell foam pad
• (2) 30 ppi open cell foam pad
• micro filter pad
• 233g Bio-chem Zorb media pouch
• Bio Chem Stars (bio filter media)

XP 4 for Aquariums up to 265 Gallons (300 or more with additional filters)- $219.99

*450 gph
*19 watts
*17-1/2" High (44.5 cm) x 9-1/2" Long x 8-1/4" Wide
*Volume 3 US gallons
*Four compartments

*Filter includes:
• Height adjustable inlet tube with extension and strainer
• multi-directional outlet system with spray-bar, outlet nozzle, flow adjustment valve, venturi air intake, and suctions cups
• filtration baskets with separation grids
• Flexible tubing
• (2) 20 ppi coarse open cell foam pad
• (2) 30 ppi open cell foam pad
• micro filter pad
• 233g Bio-chem Zorb media pouch
• Bio Chem Stars (bio filter media)



*Filstar #20 Foam Replacements- $7.99


*Filstar #30 Foam Replacements- $7.99


*Filstar Micro Pad- $5.99


*Bio-Chem Stars- $12.99
*Contains 20 Stars
*Filtration Media to maintain biological filter







Filstar Bio-Chem Zorb Chemical Filter Media- $8.99


Impeller for Filstar XP1 (Part #720Q), 2 (Part #721Q), & 4 (Part #723Q)- $32.99

Filstar Canister Replacement Clips (2 pack)- $6.99


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Our apologies on the large price increase, however we have been selling these filters at a loss for sometime and the price has increased considerably as well. As an example the list wholesale price of the XP1 is $118.29, so we are still selling below even wholesale price for these excellent filters. At $109.99 plus low shipping, we are still among the lowest price for this filter