{"product_id":"blue-pet-xf-2834-air-stone-filter-ultra-small-sponge-filter","title":"Blue Pet XF-2834 Air Stone Filter - Ultra Small Sponge Filter","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Pet XF-2834 Nano Sponge Filter for Aquarium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Pet XF-2834 Nano Sponge Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a compact, air-powered filtration solution designed for small aquariums, betta tanks, fry tanks, quarantine setups, and other nano aquarium systems. Its small size makes it suitable for tanks where a conventional filter may take up too much space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater is pulled through the sponge as air bubbles rise, providing basic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emechanical and biological filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while also helping improve water movement and oxygenation. The gentle flow makes it particularly suitable for betta fish and small aquatic setups that do not require strong water circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact nano design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Takes up minimal space inside the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir-driven operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Requires an external air pump and airline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Sponge helps capture suspended particles and debris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiological filtration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – The sponge provides a surface for beneficial bacteria to colonize.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle water movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Suitable for bettas, fry and other fish that prefer low flow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved aeration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Rising bubbles help promote gas exchange at the water surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to maintain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Sponge can be cleaned and reused.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for small aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Ideal for nano, desktop, betta and quarantine tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Pet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXF-2834\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNano Sponge Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir Driven\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–10 Gallons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiltration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical + Biological\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir Pump\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired – Not Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNano, Betta, Fry, Quarantine \u0026amp; Desktop Aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe XF-2834 is well suited for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall aquariums, betta tanks, breeding or fry tanks, quarantine tanks and desktop aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its compact construction is useful when maintaining filtration without occupying much swimming or display space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-spread=\"false\" start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the sponge filter securely inside the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect suitable airline tubing from the filter to an air pump.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition the filter so that it remains properly submerged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart the air pump and check that bubbles are flowing continuously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust the airflow if necessary to maintain a gentle circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor healthy biological filtration, it is recommended to operate the filter continuously rather than switching it on and off frequently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the sponge becomes clogged and water flow decreases, gently squeeze or rinse the sponge using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewater removed from the aquarium during a water change\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avoid washing the biological sponge under untreated tap water, as chlorine or chloramine can affect beneficial bacteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cleaning frequency depends on aquarium size, stocking level and water conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Blue Pet XF-2834 suitable for betta tanks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its compact design and gentle water movement make it suitable for betta aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the filter require an air pump?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The XF-2834 is air operated and requires an external air pump and airline tubing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it provide biological filtration?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The sponge provides a surface where beneficial nitrifying bacteria can establish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be used for fry or breeding tanks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The gentle filtration makes this type of sponge filter suitable for many fry and breeding setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow do I clean the sponge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRinse or gently squeeze the sponge in removed aquarium water when the flow becomes restricted. Avoid cleaning it with untreated tap water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the air pump included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. The air pump and airline should be purchased separately unless specifically mentioned as included with your package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chennai Aqua Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67589837816045,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/9538\/6093\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep28_2026_04_07_56PM.png?v=1790592266","url":"https:\/\/chennaiaquastudio.in\/products\/blue-pet-xf-2834-air-stone-filter-ultra-small-sponge-filter","provider":"Chennai Aqua Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}