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title: "Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack for Fluval Edge Aquarium"
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# Easy snap-on filter intake fit 3-pack premium pre-filter sponges Protects baby & small aquatic life Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack for Fluval Edge Aquarium

**Brand:** zanyzap
**Price:** NT$604
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧽 Protect your aquatic micro-community with effortless filter defense!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack for Fluval Edge Aquarium by zanyzap
- **How much does it cost?** NT$604 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- zanyzap enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zanyzap brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Snap & Secure:** Effortless attachment to Fluval Edge intake stems—install in seconds, stress-free.
- • **Triple Pack Power:** Three premium sponges for extended filter protection and value.
- • **Life-Saving Shield:** Prevents tiny fish and shrimp from being sucked into your filter, safeguarding your tank’s future.
- • **Durability Meets Convenience:** Lasts months with easy weekly rinsing under tap water—keeping your aquarium pristine without hassle.
- • **Cleaner Water, Longer Filter Life:** Traps debris before it reaches your main filter, reducing maintenance and boosting biological filtration.

## Overview

The Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack offers a premium, easy-to-install solution designed specifically for Fluval Edge aquariums. These black foam sponges safeguard small and baby aquatic inhabitants by preventing them from being drawn into the filter intake. Beyond protection, they trap debris to enhance biological filtration and extend the lifespan of your main filter media. Durable and reusable, each sponge can last months with simple weekly rinsing, making it an essential upgrade for shrimp tanks and delicate aquatic setups.

## Description

These premium quality pre-filter foam sponges quickly and easily attach to the intake tube stem, preventing small, baby, or weaker inhabitants from being drawn into the filter. This is a must have for all shrimp tank owners and anyone else who has baby or small fish in their tank. Installs in seconds and lasts for months or even a year, depending on contents and load factor of your tank. Aids in biological filtration. Traps debris and prolongs the life of your filter media

Review: These Prefilters Are Great! - *UPDATE - I have been using these pre filters for about three years now and they really do work well. Place one on the intake tube of your canister or hob filter and you will find that you have to clean the filter far less frequently. Just remove the Fluval pre filter once a week and run it under tap water to clean it. Then reinstall. You will be amazed at how much detritus these pre filters collect before it can ever get to the filter media in your HOB or canister filter. Over time they will wear out and need to be replaced. However, they are so inexpensive that it's really not an issue. Caveat: In a tank that is plagued by algae problems, the algae will grow on these pre filters and eventually render them useless. This is especially true of black beard algae which attaches itself to these filters with a vengeance. The water will pass through the algae attached to the pre filter and carry its spores back into your aquarium. Most algae problems are easily remedied with the use of a micron filter which removes spores before they can grow. Using a UV sterilizer also helps tremendously in keeping algal growth to a minimum. I use the Fluval Edge prefilters on the intake tubes of 3 Aquaclear 20 filters in 5.5 gallon aquariums, which I use as part of a sectional aquarium setup for raising fancy guppies. I also have a 10 gallon tank as part of my guppy sectional setup, with an Eheim 2213 canister filter, which I have also added one of these prefilters to. The Eheim's intake strainer is small enough to slip the Fluval prefilter on, and the Aquaclear 20 is the same filter used by Fluval with its Edge 6 and 12 gallon tanks, so the fit is perfect. I use these prefilters for two reasons. The first is to prevent guppy fry from being sucked up into the main filters. The second is to prevent much of the detritus in my tanks from reaching the Aquaclear 20's mechanical filter sponge. I have noticed that the mechanical filters in the Aquaclears stay much cleaner since I've added the Fluval prefilters. I remove the prefilters once a week or so, rinse them well under tap water since they absorb alot of detritus, and place them back on the filter intake tubes. And since the main filter already has a biofilter, I don't have to worry about rinsing the prefilter in tank water or filtered water. The chlorinated tap water works fine. These filters really have made it easier to keep my Eheim and Aquaclear filters cleaner, and they are well worth the money. Especially when purchasing them in a three pack. Highly recommended!
Review: Works great with Fluval C3 HOB, but be aware that they clog up very quickly almost rendering the filter inoperative. - Purchased these to use on a Fluval C3 power filters intake; first off, I was expecting baby shrimp from a few of my berried shrimp I had, and, needed something to block the intake so they wouldn't get sucked up, and two: after having the poly filter pad clog up a handful of times since I've installed the Fluval C3 (indicator protruding) after only about a week to a week and half between poly filter pad changes, I decided, I needed to get a Pre-Filter that I could easily clean, so I could prolong the filter pads replacements in the HOB filter. The only problem is these Pre-Filters are not of the coarse variety; they have a fine mesh that is very good at trapping particles; I would almost say these could be classified as the "filter floss" of sponge Pre-Filters from my experience, and I've found on two occasions where the water was not even coming out of the spout that supplied water to the trickle wet/dry media the filter has; along with water barely trickling from the HOB return. At first glance I look at the sponge, and visibly saw the Pre-filter didn't have what appeared to be any sort of mass accumulation of debris that would indicated It needed to be cleaned/ and or replaced. I first thought that maybe the pump was going bad, but to my surprise I decided to swap out the Pre-Filter with a clean one, and the filter had significantly better flow; albeit not the flow it had when I first purchased these Pre-Filter brand new that I've cleaned a handful of times now. The most recent is when I did aquarium maintenance (water change, gravel cleaning, plant trimming and cleaning the Fluval HOB) after less than 24 hours I returned to the filter just dripping water from the return, I swapped out the Pre-Filter with a clean one, and it worked normally again at least for a few days until it needs to be swapped out again. That being said the Fluval C3 filter is probably just very sensitive to using a Pre-Filter of this density, so I wont knock any stars off since the product has no faults, but for my application, I find it cumbersome to have to swap out a Pre-Filter after less than 24 hours in a worst case scenario. I will be looking at finding a more coarse Pre-Filter for the Fluval C3.

## Features

- 3 pack of premium quality pre-filters for Fluval Edge
- Easily connects to filter intake stem
- Prevents small and baby inhabitants from being drawn into filter
- Traps particles and debris
- Enhances biological filtration

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004K9A15G |
| ASIN  | B004K9A15G |
| Best Sellers Rank | #70,252 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #1,062 in Aquarium Filter Accessories |
| Brand Name | Zanyzap |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,029) |
| Date First Available | January 21, 2011 |
| Date First Available  | January 21, 2011 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.1 x 3.1 x 1.5 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 4.92 x 4.06 x 1.73 inches |
| Item Weight | 13.61 g |
| Item model number | FBA_FEDGE/3PK |
| Item model number  | FBA_FEDGE/3PK |
| Manufacturer | Zanyzap |
| Manufacturer  | Zanyzap |
| Model Name | FBA_FEDGE/3PK |
| Product Dimensions  | 5.1 x 3.1 x 1.5 inches; 0.48 ounces |
| Target Audience Keyword | amphibians, aquarium-filters, aquarium-supplies, fish, reptiles |

## Images

![Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack for Fluval Edge Aquarium - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fCM9eVvhL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: what are the dimentions of these filters?**
A: 1&1/2" dia X 2&1/2" high with a 1/2" hole part way through.

**Q: Will these fit on a fluval 406 intake?**
A: It's possible that they, technically, might fit, but the sponges themselves are not appropriate for that filter.  For the Fluval 406, you'll want a sponge that is MUCH larger.  On my Fluval 306, I use this one from Amazon:  Filter-Max III Prefilter by Aquarium Technology.  You can also find larger ones under "pre filters" on aquariumcoop.com.

**Q: I have got guppies in my tank and am wondering if this will help stop them from getting stuck to the filter unit and dying?**
A: This will definitely help, but your guppies are probably dying before they get stuck to the filter.

**Q: Is this hollow or have sponge on one end? Will the water still be sucked up with my penguin filter?**
A: It's a hollow cylinder, open at one end and closed on the other.  Water flow starts out good, but declines as the pores clog . I change sponges once a week, when flow slows down. When I clean the sponge under running water it holds an incredible amount of dirt. I would prefer the sponge be more open cell, to stop baby shrimp and fish from getting sucked up but allow dirt to enter the filter. but it catches all. Still, they are cheap enough that I use them until I find something better.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These Prefilters Are Great!
*by J***S on March 1, 2012*

*UPDATE - I have been using these pre filters for about three years now and they really do work well. Place one on the intake tube of your canister or hob filter and you will find that you have to clean the filter far less frequently. Just remove the Fluval pre filter once a week and run it under tap water to clean it. Then reinstall. You will be amazed at how much detritus these pre filters collect before it can ever get to the filter media in your HOB or canister filter. Over time they will wear out and need to be replaced. However, they are so inexpensive that it's really not an issue. Caveat: In a tank that is plagued by algae problems, the algae will grow on these pre filters and eventually render them useless. This is especially true of black beard algae which attaches itself to these filters with a vengeance. The water will pass through the algae attached to the pre filter and carry its spores back into your aquarium. Most algae problems are easily remedied with the use of a micron filter which removes spores before they can grow. Using a UV sterilizer also helps tremendously in keeping algal growth to a minimum. I use the Fluval Edge prefilters on the intake tubes of 3 Aquaclear 20 filters in 5.5 gallon aquariums, which I use as part of a sectional aquarium setup for raising fancy guppies. I also have a 10 gallon tank as part of my guppy sectional setup, with an Eheim 2213 canister filter, which I have also added one of these prefilters to. The Eheim's intake strainer is small enough to slip the Fluval prefilter on, and the Aquaclear 20 is the same filter used by Fluval with its Edge 6 and 12 gallon tanks, so the fit is perfect. I use these prefilters for two reasons. The first is to prevent guppy fry from being sucked up into the main filters. The second is to prevent much of the detritus in my tanks from reaching the Aquaclear 20's mechanical filter sponge. I have noticed that the mechanical filters in the Aquaclears stay much cleaner since I've added the Fluval prefilters. I remove the prefilters once a week or so, rinse them well under tap water since they absorb alot of detritus, and place them back on the filter intake tubes. And since the main filter already has a biofilter, I don't have to worry about rinsing the prefilter in tank water or filtered water. The chlorinated tap water works fine. These filters really have made it easier to keep my Eheim and Aquaclear filters cleaner, and they are well worth the money. Especially when purchasing them in a three pack. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great with Fluval C3 HOB, but be aware that they clog up very quickly almost rendering the filter inoperative.
*by T***C on June 16, 2018*

Purchased these to use on a Fluval C3 power filters intake; first off, I was expecting baby shrimp from a few of my berried shrimp I had, and, needed something to block the intake so they wouldn't get sucked up, and two: after having the poly filter pad clog up a handful of times since I've installed the Fluval C3 (indicator protruding) after only about a week to a week and half between poly filter pad changes, I decided, I needed to get a Pre-Filter that I could easily clean, so I could prolong the filter pads replacements in the HOB filter. The only problem is these Pre-Filters are not of the coarse variety; they have a fine mesh that is very good at trapping particles; I would almost say these could be classified as the "filter floss" of sponge Pre-Filters from my experience, and I've found on two occasions where the water was not even coming out of the spout that supplied water to the trickle wet/dry media the filter has; along with water barely trickling from the HOB return. At first glance I look at the sponge, and visibly saw the Pre-filter didn't have what appeared to be any sort of mass accumulation of debris that would indicated It needed to be cleaned/ and or replaced. I first thought that maybe the pump was going bad, but to my surprise I decided to swap out the Pre-Filter with a clean one, and the filter had significantly better flow; albeit not the flow it had when I first purchased these Pre-Filter brand new that I've cleaned a handful of times now. The most recent is when I did aquarium maintenance (water change, gravel cleaning, plant trimming and cleaning the Fluval HOB) after less than 24 hours I returned to the filter just dripping water from the return, I swapped out the Pre-Filter with a clean one, and it worked normally again at least for a few days until it needs to be swapped out again. That being said the Fluval C3 filter is probably just very sensitive to using a Pre-Filter of this density, so I wont knock any stars off since the product has no faults, but for my application, I find it cumbersome to have to swap out a Pre-Filter after less than 24 hours in a worst case scenario. I will be looking at finding a more coarse Pre-Filter for the Fluval C3.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for TopFin Power Filter 10
*by A***Y on November 28, 2017*

I had no idea what to expect, so I decided to write a review suited to my situation for future purchasers benefits. These worked really well. I have a 10 gallon tank and am using a Topfin 10 power filter. I keep both fish (primarily tetras) and shrimp. The primary reason I bought this was to cover my intake, in hopes that when my Shrimp breed, the fry would not be sucked up. These were slightly bigger than I expected. The picture makes it appear a bit tapered but they are not - just round cylinders. They slipped right onto the intake, no problem. Perfect fit. I saw no noticeable difference in flow from my filter. I would recommend for TopFin Power Filter 10.

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