{"product_id":"aquael-ultramax-canister-aquarium-filter-25-to-185-gallon","title":"AquaEl UltraMax Canister Aquarium Filter – 25 to 185 Gallon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquarium, livestock, and décor sold separately. Photos show packaging artwork for size and feature reference.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAquaEl UltraMax\u003c\/strong\u003e is a quiet \u003cstrong\u003eexternal canister aquarium filter\u003c\/strong\u003e for freshwater and saltwater tanks from 25 to 185 gallons. The canister sits out of sight in your aquarium cabinet, and the intake and return hoses run up through the hose holes in your TRUVU top. A large media capacity, a built-in prefilter and a self-priming start make it easy to set up and easy to live with. Choose the UltraMax 1000 for 25–80 gallon aquariums or the UltraMax 2000 for 105–185 gallon aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in prefilter:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 0.6 liter sponge prefilter in the lid traps large debris before it reaches the main media, so you clean the canister less often. To rinse it, just lift the lid and pull the sponge. No need to unplug the filter or take it out of the cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-stage media baskets:\u003c\/strong\u003e stackable 1.9 liter baskets (3 in the UltraMax 1000, 5 in the UltraMax 2000) hold mechanical and biological media. Use the media AquaEl includes or set up the baskets the way your tank needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-priming start:\u003c\/strong\u003e pump the priming piston 2 to 4 times and the canister fills with aquarium water. No siphon starting by mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble ball valve system:\u003c\/strong\u003e AquaEl's patented valves close the inlet and outlet in both the lid and the hoses at the same time, so water stays in the lines when you disconnect for cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy flow control:\u003c\/strong\u003e turn the small lever on the right valve to smoothly set the filter's output. It is clearly labeled and simple to use the first time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery quiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e a carefully designed impeller chamber and a ceramic impeller shaft keep the filter running almost silently, even in a bedroom or office.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady to run:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied with mechanical and biological filter media and the accessories you need to get started, as packed by AquaEl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater or saltwater:\u003c\/strong\u003e AquaEl rates the UltraMax for both freshwater and marine aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;width:100%;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;min-width:720px;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space:nowrap;text-align:left;padding:8px;\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space:nowrap;text-align:left;padding:8px;\"\u003eUltraMax 1000\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"white-space:nowrap;text-align:left;padding:8px;\"\u003eUltraMax 2000\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e25–80 gal (50, 55, 65 and 75 gal tanks)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e105–185 gal (125 and 125L tanks)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlow rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e265 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e530 GPH\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia baskets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e3 × 1.9 L baskets + 0.6 L prefilter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e5 × 1.9 L baskets + 0.6 L prefilter\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal media volume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e6.3 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e10.1 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e20 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e21.5 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e63 in (160 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e71 in (180 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHose size (ID \/ OD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e16 \/ 22 mm (5\/8 in ID)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e19 \/ 25 mm (3\/4 in ID)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (W × D × H)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e10.6 × 11.4 × 15.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e10.6 × 11.4 × 20.1 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003eAE38003\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"white-space:nowrap;padding:8px;\"\u003eAE38001\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSpecs from AquaEl USA. AquaEl may update parts and ratings between production runs.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAquaEl UltraMax canister filter (size you select) with media baskets and prefilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMechanical and biological filter media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHoses, intake and return fittings, as packed by AquaEl\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAquaEl instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAquarium not included. Hoses and media included as packed by AquaEl; see manufacturer packing list.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich UltraMax size do I need for my TRUVU tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003eUltraMax 1000\u003c\/strong\u003e (265 GPH) for TRUVU aquariums from about 50 to 75 gallons. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003eUltraMax 2000\u003c\/strong\u003e (530 GPH) for our 125 and 125L aquariums and other tanks from 105 to 185 gallons. Not sure which one fits your tank? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill a canister filter work with a TRUVU acrylic closed top?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The canister sits inside your aquarium cabinet, and the intake and return hoses run up through the hose holes in the TRUVU top. There is nothing to clip onto the tank wall, so the closed top stays closed. Make sure your cabinet has room for the canister's height plus the hose connections on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it on a saltwater tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. AquaEl rates the UltraMax for both freshwater and marine aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I start the filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the hoses, open the valves, and pump the priming piston on the lid 2 to 4 times. The canister fills with tank water and you can plug it in. See the AquaEl manual for full setup steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UltraMax is covered by AquaEl's manufacturer warranty. Please see the AquaEl packaging and manual for details. TRUVU does not provide a separate warranty on AquaEl products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AquaEl","offers":[{"title":"UltraMax 1000 (25–80 gal)","offer_id":67880290615370,"sku":"AE38003","price":197.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"UltraMax 2000 (105–185 gal)","offer_id":67880290648138,"sku":"AE38001","price":251.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0107\/9875\/9994\/files\/aquael-ultramax-2000-AE38001.jpg?v=1793595459","url":"https:\/\/truvuaquariums.com\/products\/aquael-ultramax-canister-aquarium-filter-25-to-185-gallon","provider":"TRUVU Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}