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Penn-Plax Cascade 20 Power Filter – Mini Hang-On Filter with Quad Filtration – Great for Freshwater and Saltwater Setups, (Model: CPF6)

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Penn-Plax presents the Cascade 20 Mini Power Hang-On Filter. This filter quietly delivers crystal clear water, and pushes water at 20 Gallons per Hour (GPH) for tanks up to 7 Gallons in size. It’s great for Freshwater and Saltwater aquariums. Accommodating: The adjustable flow knob allows for increased or decreased water flow at will, which is extremely helpful during feeding times, or use it as needed. The hang-on design is constructed for safe mounting. With a provided extension piece, the lift tube measures between 5” (min) and 6 1/2” (max). Extremely Beneficial: This Cascade filter utilizes disposable, double-sided media cartridges that contain Poly Fiber Floss. The included cartridge traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water. Overall Measurements: 4. 5” (H) x 3. 75” (W) x 3” (D). Shop Penn-Plax for All Your Pet’s Needs: Penn-Plax is a manufacturer and distributor of top quality pet supplies, who specialize in creating excellent pet products for animals, both great and small.Pour enough water to completely immerse impeller cover before turning filter on. Never run filter dry.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3.5 x 5.2 x 4.8 inches; 11.2 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ CPF6
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 22, 2015
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Penn Plax, INC.
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00T6HPZFI
Best Sellers Rank: #12,766 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #37 in Aquarium Filters
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QUIET & EFFICIENT: The Cascade 20 Mini Power Hang-On Filter quietly delivers crystal clear water throughout the aquarium. This filter is used for tanks up to 7 Gallons in size. The filter pushes water at 20 gallons per hour(GPH), It’s great for Freshwater and Saltwater aquariums.
ACCOMMODATING: The adjustable flow knob allows for increased or decreased water flow at will, which is extremely helpful during feeding times, or use it as needed. The hang-on design is constructed for safe mounting. With a provided extension piece, the lift tube measures between 5” (min) and 6 1/2” (max).
EXTREMELY BENEFICIAL: This Cascade filter utilizes disposable, double-sided media cartridges that contain Poly Fiber Floss. The included cartridge traps floating particulate matter, removes harmful chemicals and toxins, clears up discolorations, and reduces foul odors from your aquarium’s water. It is recommended to change these disposable filters once a month.
Pour enough water to completely immerse impeller cover before turning filter on. Never run filter dry.
OVERALL MEASUREMENTS: 4. 5” (H) x 3. 75” (W) x 3” (D)
SHOP PENN-PLAX FOR ALL YOUR PET’S NEEDS: Penn-Plax is a manufacturer and distributor of top quality pet supplies, who specialize in creating excellent pet products for animals, both great and small.

Customers say

Customers find the filter effective for small tanks and appreciate its super quiet operation, great filtration, and good value for money. The water flow receives mixed feedback, with some praising the flow control while others report very little water movement. Durability is a concern as multiple customers report the filter breaking after two weeks, and quality opinions are divided between those who find it awesome and those who consider it poor.

12 reviews for Penn-Plax Cascade 20 Power Filter – Mini Hang-On Filter with Quad Filtration – Great for Freshwater and Saltwater Setups, (Model: CPF6)

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  1. William Gwaltney

    Penn Plax HOB Filter, just a great product that really works well.
    Great Hang on Back Filter. Great price, no noise at all. I don’t use the cartridges so you can put your own media inside. I have purchased 3 of these hob filters for my tanks and they work very well. Had to exchange one of them since it wasn’t working and Amazon replaced it very quickly.

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  2. Bad Decisions JKU & Chaos JT

    Keep the fish alive and water fairly clear.
    Bought for Daughters fish tank. Fish are still alive, and seem to be happy. They don’t seem to want to talk to me about it, but I think since the water is clean, and they are not dead that it is working. I think it’s a 70 gallon tank, it’s giant. It’s quieter than the old one that died, but I don’t know if the other one was loud or just loud because it was dying. So far so good. 2 months in.

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  3. Vickis

    Doesn’t last long and doesn’t filter well
    I purchased this filter when I bought a new 10 on tank for my fish in the end of November 2020. I noticed a high count in my 10 gallon. After doing a 50% water change, rinsing out the filters from that filter, I want to make sure it was running. I’m good reason my nitrate count was so high! I’m not sure how long it’s been since that filter stopped working. I think I cleaned the filter pieces two weeks ago in my weekly water change and it seem to be working then. Since it’s been longer than the return time from Amazon, I’ve been up having to trash it. It’s not the impeller of the actual pump unit, as there is no power generating into the pump. I went to look for a replacement pump for this unit and I cannot locate any. That is a real nuisance.I have a small filter for a 2 gallon rescue tank that I’m forced to use until I order a new filter from Amazon. It does a really good job as I’ve had to use it in one of my 5 gallon tanks when the small back filter pump got clogged with plant debris and stopped. I used to clear the tank out once I got the pump working again.So, I’m sure I can actually recommend this filter at all. It ran OK in my 10 gallon. I have a lot of plants with a normal number of fish for a 10 gallon. I do, thankfully, have a sponge filter and when I went to clean the sponge off in the discarded water from the tank, I saw the water turn almost black. So, I’m very thankful then at least my sponge filter I was helping. I was very surprised at the nitrate level when I had just done at 50% water change in that tank last weekend.OK, I suggest you beware folks when looking for a new filter for your tank. I’m off to get another filter. I definitely will NOT use this brand if I can avoid it. Also, those internal air powered sponge filters are amazing. I have two running in my 10 gallon now while I figure out what to do about a filter and using that small rescue pump.Just an FYI, I bought 2 UPETTOOLS Aquarium Biochemical Sponge Filter from Amazon. One went into a 5 gallon, And the second one went into that poor 10 gallon tank. Set a 10 gallon tank is now running to sponge filters as well as the rescue filter. If you want to get your tank clean, I do highly recommend any internal sponge filter. I’m surprised how well they work. Not great for debris, like a hanging filter does, but I absolutely love them.

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  4. Gabriela

    Excellent Construction and Function
    Excellent construction and function. This is the second one I’ve bought. The first one I purchased in 2015 is still operating ten years later in my 55 gallon Goldfish Aquarium. I needed another one for a new aquarium so I purchased it again.Aquarium Tips: Every month or so during your regular maintenance its a good idea while the filter cover is off to wipe it clean with vinegar to remove water deposits before they get harder to remove. Obviously rinse the lid before setting it back on.

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  5. A. J. Sol

    Quiet and Works Well Once You Figure it Out
    After reading the instructions, installing everything as instructed, I filled it with water and put the plug in and nothing happened. I emptied the water and took the filter off the tank. I was very disappointed it didn’t work right out of the box. It appeared the impeller and shaft wasn’t seated properly and there’s a lot of play in it even when it is seated properly. So I fiddled with the impeller and shaft, got it to seat properly, tested it in the sink, and then put it back on the tank, filled it with water, and it worked. So, hopefully people will read this review prior to installing the pump and make sure the impeller and shaft are properly seated and working prior to filling it with water and putting it on the tank. Otherwise they will be unhappy like I was having to empty the water and fiddling around with it to get it to work after it was already installed. It seems to work well and has good flow and is very quiet.Update: Filter has been performing well and I cleaned it for the first time. It is much easier to clean than my Aquaclear 110’s. It isn’t quite as powerful, but much easier to handle and keeps my 38 gallon tank very clear. I don’t think I would use it on my big tank though because it doesn’t have quite the power and flow that the 110’s have. Good alternative if you want to save yourself time and trouble cleaning the Aquaclears.

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  6. Amazon Customer

    Quiet and affordable
    For $10 how could I say no? It’s a fantastic little filter. It has adjustable flow which is nice. I had a horrible algae bloom in my 5 gallon planted tank and made the decision to strip it wash everything and get a new filter. Strange thing happened with my sand substrate. Even though I did the slow refill with the cup to controll the dusting of the water my whole tank was black. Idk what a mess. Particles everywhere. So this little filter had quite the task at hand. It took my tank from completely black and couldn’t see a single thing to almost clear again. One particle at a time. I rinsed the filter ever time I walked by and remembered. It has really shown what it’s capable of.

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  7. L. M. Nelson

    Motor dies too quickly
    This was the second one of this type filter I’d purchased. The first one lasted several years before the motor died – understandable, it had had a lot of use. Bought the second one about a year ago and it’s already quit working. The motor has apparently just died. It did a good job keeping the tank water clean and circulated but I won’t be buying another one. I’ll try a different brand and see if it lasts more than a year.

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  8. Tiffany B

    Works great on my 3.4 gal. Very small, for some reason I was expecting it to be a little bigger but its cute and works great. The insert is no good. But I left it in for now. I shoved an aquaclear (20/30) bio media bag in it and it just fit. Of course that media goes in a much larger filter so even if I removed half of it. And used filter floss with it. It would work great. For now just the media is working for me and it’s quiet with great flow. It says it will work up to 7 gal. An I’m sure it would. But I would only put it on5 gal max myself.

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  9. M. Shapcott

    This filter works really well. My only issue with it is the intake tube is not long enough, I have a tall 37 gallon tank and it doesn’t even go half way down.

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  10. José Alfonso

    Un producto completo, no usé el carbón activado y lo sustitui por matrix y esponjas; caben lo suficiente para tener microorganismos benéficos. El material se siente resistente. Lo volvería a comprar

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  11. Bowman

    Works well and does the job. Fairly quiet you might hear a slight hum and the trickling of water. Can’t be beat if you’re in the market for one and can’t be beat at this price.

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  12. Amazon Customer

    Defective product. The filter did not start at all. Seems like the wiring or plug is faulty.

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    Penn-Plax Cascade 20 Power Filter – Mini Hang-On Filter with Quad Filtration – Great for Freshwater and Saltwater Setups, (Model: CPF6)
    Penn-Plax Cascade 20 Power Filter – Mini Hang-On Filter with Quad Filtration – Great for Freshwater and Saltwater Setups, (Model: CPF6)

    Original price was: $9.02.Current price is: $7.04.

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