Gravity Pond Filter Box – 4-Stage Filtration for Ponds up to 8,000L

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Overview

35-litre gravity pond filter box with 4-stage filtration for ponds up to 8,000 litres. All media included – brush bars, dual-density foam and 2kg ceramic biomedia. Works with any solar or mains pump up to 5,000 LPH.

  • 4-stage filtration: brush bars, coarse foam, fine foam, ceramic biomedia
  • 35-litre capacity – ponds up to 8,000L (5,000L with fish)
  • Gravity-fed design – no electrics in the filter
  • Works with any pump, solar or mains
  • 25/32/38mm hose inlet, 50mm gravity outlet
  • All filter media included in the box
  • Dimensions: 430 x 330 x 380mm

Overview

A proper gravity-fed pond filter box with 4-stage filtration for ponds up to 8,000 litres. Place the filter above pond level, pump water up into it, and clean filtered water flows back to the pond by gravity. No electrics in the filter – it works with any pump, solar or mains.

✓ 4-Stage Filtration ✓ Ponds up to 8,000L ✓ 35 Litre Capacity ✓ Works with Any Pump ✓ All Media Included

Unlike small bucket filters where the pump sits inside, this is a full-size gravity filter with four distinct filtration stages. Water enters at the top, passes through brush bars, two grades of foam, and ceramic biomedia before returning to the pond crystal clear.

4-Stage Filtration System

Stage 1: Brush Bars

6 x 30cm brush bars trap large debris – leaves, string algae and sediment – before it reaches the finer media. Easy to remove and rinse.

Stage 2: Coarse Foam (PPI 25)

280 x 280 x 70mm mesopore foam catches medium-sized particles that pass through the brushes. Rinse in pond water to preserve beneficial bacteria.

Stage 3: Fine Foam (PPI 35)

280 x 280 x 70mm minipore foam polishes the water by capturing fine suspended particles. The two-stage foam system gives noticeably clearer results than single-foam filters.

Stage 4: Ceramic Biomedia (2kg)

4 bags (500g each) of ceramic biomedia provide a massive surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonise. These bacteria break down ammonia and nitrite from fish waste – essential biological filtration.

Pond Suitability

Pond Size Guide

  • Up to 8,000 litres without fish
  • Up to 5,000 litres with light fish stock
  • For heavier stocking, consider adding a UV clarifier or running two units

Compatible Pumps

  • Any solar or mains pond pump up to 5,000 LPH
  • 25mm, 32mm or 38mm hose connection (triple adapter inlet)
  • 50mm gravity return outlet
  • Works particularly well with our Sunspray SE 2000 and 100W solar pump systems

Want Even Clearer Water?

The filter box handles debris, suspended particles and biological waste from fish. For green water caused by algae, add a UV clarifier inline between your pump and the filter box. The UV kills the algae, then the filter catches the dead matter – the combination gives the clearest results.

What’s in the Box

  • 1x PF-35 filter box (35L)
  • 6x Brush filter bars (30cm)
  • 1x Coarse foam filter (PPI 25)
  • 1x Fine foam filter (PPI 35)
  • 4x Ceramic biomedia bags (500g each, 2kg total)
  • Hose adapters (25/32/38mm inlet)

Not Included

  • Pond pump (sold separately)
  • Hose (use standard 25–38mm pond hose)
  • UV clarifier (optional, sold separately)

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Technical Specifications

SpecificationDetails
Filter TypeGravity-fed (non-pressurised)
Capacity35 Litres
Ideal Pond SizeUp to 8,000L (no fish) / 5,000L (light fish stock)
Max Flow Rate5,000 LPH
Filtration Stages4 (brush bars → coarse foam → fine foam → ceramic biomedia)
Brush Bars6 x 30cm
Foam Filter A280 x 280 x 70mm, PPI 25 (mesopore)
Foam Filter B280 x 280 x 70mm, PPI 35 (minipore)
Ceramic Biomedia4 x 500g bags (2kg total)
Water Inlet25mm / 32mm / 38mm (triple adapter included)
Water Outlet50mm (gravity return)
Dimensions430 x 330 x 380mm
Weight4.3 kg
Power RequiredNone – passive gravity filter, no electrics
CertificationsCE, UKCA, RoHS, REACH
Warranty24 Months
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How to Install Your Gravity Pond Filter

Simple setup – no wiring, no tools, no electrics. Position the filter, connect the hoses, and let your pump do the rest.

1. Choose Your Position

The filter must sit above pond water level for gravity return to work.

  • Place on the pond bank, a shelf, or a raised platform
  • The higher above water level, the stronger the gravity flow
  • Choose a stable, level surface
  • Keep within reach for easy maintenance

2. Connect the Inlet

Run a hose from your pump to the filter inlet.

  • Select the correct adapter size (25mm, 32mm or 38mm)
  • Connect hose from your pond pump to the filter inlet
  • Ensure the hose run is not kinked or too long (reduces flow)
  • If using a UV clarifier, connect it inline between pump and filter

3. Connect the Outlet

The 50mm outlet lets clean water flow back to the pond by gravity.

  • Attach 50mm hose to the gravity outlet
  • Route the return hose back to the pond
  • Can feed into a waterfall or stream for aeration
  • Keep the return hose as short and straight as possible

4. Start Up & Settle

The biological filtration takes a few weeks to mature.

  • Switch on your pump and check for leaks at all connections
  • Water may appear slightly cloudy for the first few days – this is normal
  • Beneficial bacteria take 4–6 weeks to fully colonise the ceramic media
  • Avoid cleaning the biomedia during this settling period

5. Routine Maintenance

Quick and easy – a few minutes every couple of weeks.

  • Rinse brush bars and foam in a bucket of pond water (not tap water)
  • Never rinse ceramic biomedia in tap water – chlorine kills the bacteria
  • Check flow rate – reduced flow means the foams need a rinse
  • Replace foam filters annually for best results

6. Optional: Add UV Clarification

For green water (algae), add a UV clarifier upstream of the filter.

  • Connect inline: Pump → UV Clarifier → Filter Box → Pond
  • UV kills the algae, the filter catches the dead matter
  • Our Solar Pond UV Clarifier works with any 12V battery system
  • Results typically visible within 1–2 weeks

How Gravity Filtration Works

Your pump pushes water up into the filter box. Gravity pulls it through four filtration stages, and clean water flows back to the pond through the 50mm outlet.

Water In

  • Pump pushes pond water up through the hose into the filter box
  • Water enters through the 25/32/38mm inlet at the top
  • Any solar or mains pump works – the filter has no electrics

Mechanical Filtration

  • Brush bars catch leaves, string algae and large debris
  • Coarse foam (PPI 25) traps medium particles
  • Fine foam (PPI 35) polishes the water, catching suspended solids

Biological Filtration

  • 2kg of ceramic biomedia provides massive surface area
  • Beneficial bacteria colonise the ceramic over 4–6 weeks
  • Bacteria convert harmful ammonia and nitrite from fish waste
  • Essential for ponds with fish

Clean Water Out

  • Filtered water exits through the 50mm gravity outlet
  • Returns to the pond via hose or waterfall spillway
  • No pump needed on the return – gravity does the work
  • Position filter above pond level for best flow
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