Boyu · Canister
DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter
- Flow
- 1,610 L/h
Mid to large planted tanks where you want to tune flow to the scape without swapping filters.
6 models
Dophin · Canister
Dophin C Series Canister Filter
A tall, square brown canister line from C-500 to C-1600 with a push-button primer and double valve taps. The number of media baskets grows from two to five as you go up the range.
Updated
1,130–2,540 L/h5 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
A 100 to 190 litre planted tank on a budget where you want room for plenty of your own media.
Worth knowing
The flow ratings are for the bare pump; packed with media and hoses the real flow is well below that, though still generous for the listed tank sizes.
What stands out
- Five sizes, 1130 to 2540 L/h rated
- Push-button primer and double shut-off taps
- 2 to 5 media baskets
- Spray bar and intake strainer included
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Tank size | Power | Max head | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Media baskets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-50050 0024 | 1,130 L/h | up to 100 L | 12.4 W | 1.2 m | 21 × 17 × 31.5 cm | 2 |
| C-70050 0025 | 1,520 L/h | up to 120 L | 13.4 W | 1.6 m | 23.5 × 19 × 34.5 cm | 2 |
| C-100050 0026 | 1,650 L/h | up to 140 L | 16.8 W | 1.6 m | 23.5 × 19.5 × 39.5 cm | 3 |
| C-130050 0027 | 2,300 L/h | up to 160 L | 24.6 W | 1.9 m | 26 × 21 × 44 cm | 4 |
| C-160050 0028 | 2,540 L/h | up to 190 L | 27.5 W | 2.1 m | 26 × 21 × 48.5 cm | 5 |
- Brand
- Dophin
- Priming
- Push-button primer
- Taps
- Double valve taps
- Media supplied
- Carbon, quartz rings, black sponge, white wool (varies by size)
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
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- Flow
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- Tank size
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- Flow
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Dophin C Series Canister Filter, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Dophin C Series Canister Filter good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: C-500 (1,130 L/h, suits roughly 94–226 L); C-700 (1,520 L/h, suits roughly 127–304 L); C-1000 (1,650 L/h, suits roughly 138–330 L); C-1300 (2,300 L/h, suits roughly 192–460 L); C-1600 (2,540 L/h, suits roughly 212–508 L). The maker rates the range for tanks up to 190 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 Dophin C Series Canister Filter best for?
A 100 to 190 litre planted tank on a budget where you want room for plenty of your own media.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Dophin C Series Canister Filter?
The flow ratings are for the bare pump; packed with media and hoses the real flow is well below that, though still generous for the listed tank sizes.
What are the alternatives to the Dophin C Series Canister Filter?
Other filters worth comparing: Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter, Boyu DGN-80 / 120 UVC Canister Filter, Boyu EF / EFU Canister Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.