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SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium

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SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium

An open-top tank on a matching cabinet, designed to run with an external canister (SunSun suggests the HW-302 or HW-303A). With no lid or built-in sump, it is the most scape-friendly of SunSun's cabinet sets.

Updated

68–212 L4 models

Will it suit my tank?

litres

Best for

Planted-tank keepers who want a clean open tank and stand and prefer to pick their own canister and light.

Worth knowing

No light or filter included, so budget for both.

What stands out

  • Four sizes from 68 to 212 litres
  • 45 cm deep, good room for a layered scape
  • Open top for hanging or stand lights
  • Aluminium or solid wood doors

Models and specs

ModelVolumeDimensions (L × W × H)Suggested filter
HFC-450IL68 L45 × 45 × 40 cmHW-302 canister
HFC-600IL92 L60 × 45 × 40 cmHW-302 canister
HFC-900I/IL158 L90 × 45 × 45 cmHW-302 canister
HFC-1200I/IL212 L120 × 45 × 50 cmHW-303A canister
Brand
SunSun
Top
Open (no lid)
Suggested filter
HW-302 or HW-303A canister
Colours
Yellow rosewood, huanghuali

Figures from the maker's published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium, drawn from its specs.

How many litres is the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium?

HFC-450IL: 68 L, HFC-600IL: 92 L, HFC-900I/IL: 158 L, HFC-1200I/IL: 212 L. Expect about 15 to 20 percent less water once substrate and hardscape are in.

What filter do I need for the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium?

For the HFC-450IL (68 L), look for a filter rated at roughly 340–680 L/h. Our filter matcher lists the ones that fit.

Who is the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium best for?

Planted-tank keepers who want a clean open tank and stand and prefer to pick their own canister and light.

Is there anything to watch out for with the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium?

No light or filter included, so budget for both.

What are the alternatives to the SunSun HFC Series Open-Top Aquarium?

Other aquariums worth comparing: Boyu E Series Cabinet Aquarium (EAF / EAZ / EAM / EDM / EHM / ELM), Boyu LA Yayue Aquarium, Boyu LB Yapin Aquarium. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.