Dophin · Canister
C Series Canister Filter
- Flow
- 1,130–2,540 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 190 L
A 100 to 190 litre planted tank on a budget where you want room for plenty of your own media.
5 models
Boyu · Canister
Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter
A 24 V canister with a brushless DC pump, so you can wind the flow up or down instead of choking it with a tap. All three sizes share the same pump and footprint; the bigger numbers just add height and media space. The plain versions carry a 3 W UV lamp, the A versions leave it out.
Updated
1,610 L/h6 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Mid to large planted tanks where you want to tune flow to the scape without swapping filters.
Worth knowing
The flow figure is shared across the range, so the larger bodies buy you media volume rather than extra flow.
What stands out
- Variable pump: 300 to 1,610 L/h at 4 to 30 W
- Self-priming with automatic air purge
- Runs off an external 24 V adaptor
- Same 24 x 24 cm footprint across all three sizes
- 3 W UV lamp on non-A models
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Power | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Power range | Flow range | Head range | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DGN-410 | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 41.1 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | 0.5-3 m | – |
| DGN-460 | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 46.5 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | 0.5-3 m | – |
| DGN-520 | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 52.1 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | 0.5-3 m | – |
| DGN-410A | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 41.1 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | – | None |
| DGN-460A | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 46.5 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | – | None |
| DGN-520A | 1,610 L/h | 30 W | 24 × 24 × 52.1 cm | 4-30 W | 300-1,610 L/h | – | None |
- Brand
- Boyu
- Voltage
- DC 24 V (external adaptor)
- Flow control
- Multi-step variable output
- Head (max)
- 0.5 to 3 m depending on setting
- Variants
- Standard (with 3 W UV) or A (no UV)
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.
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- Flow
- 410–3,000 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 500 L
Anyone wanting a cheap canister with optional UV, from a 40 litre shrimp tank (CF300) to a large display (C2400).
7 models
Dophin · Canister
CF11008 Series CO2 Canister Filter
- Flow
- 950–1,450 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 140 L
A budget planted tank of roughly 60 to 140 litres where you want CO2 and heating hidden inside the filter.
3 models
Dophin · Canister
CF2000 Pre-Canister Filter
A planted tank with lots of leaf litter or trimmings where you are tired of stripping down the main canister.
1 model
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: DGN-410 (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L); DGN-460 (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L); DGN-520 (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L); DGN-410A (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L); DGN-460A (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L); DGN-520A (1,610 L/h, suits roughly 134–322 L). Real flow with media and hoses is lower than the rated figure, so pick the bigger model if you are between sizes.
Who is the Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter best for?
Mid to large planted tanks where you want to tune flow to the scape without swapping filters.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter?
The flow figure is shared across the range, so the larger bodies buy you media volume rather than extra flow.
What are the alternatives to the Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter?
Other filters worth comparing: Dophin C Series Canister Filter, Dophin CF Series UV Canister Filter, Dophin CF11008 Series CO2 Canister Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.