Boyu · Internal
SP-C / SP-B Internal Filter
- Flow
- 300–1,400 L/h
Quarantine, hospital or grow-out tanks, and simple community tanks that need an easy internal filter.
4 models
Eheim · Internal
Eheim Aquaball
The Aquaball is an internal filter with a ball-joint pump head, so you can point the outflow wherever you want surface movement. Foam cartridges handle mechanical and biological filtration, and there is a venturi if you want to add air.
Updated
480–650 L/h3 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Small to medium low-tech planted tanks, or as a backup filter and circulation boost on a bigger tank.
Worth knowing
Switch the venturi off on a CO2 tank, as the bubbles will drive off the gas you are paying for.
What stands out
- Swivelling ball head for aiming the outflow
- Adjustable flow, 480 to 650 L/h at the top end
- Modular baskets, one to three depending on size
- Venturi diffuser for extra oxygen when you need it
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Tank size | Power | Media volume | Max head | Flow range | Filter baskets | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 480 L/h | 30–60 L | 5 W | 0.2 L | 0.4 m | 150 to 480 L/h | 1 | 9.6 x 16 cm (diameter x height) |
| 130 | 550 L/h | 60–130 L | 6 W | 0.3 L | 0.4 m | 180 to 550 L/h | 2 | 9.6 x 21.4 cm (diameter x height) |
| 180 | 650 L/h | 80–180 L | 6 W | 0.5 L | 0.4 m | 210 to 650 L/h | 3 | 9.6 x 27 cm (diameter x height) |
- Brand
- Eheim
- Mounting
- Suction cups
- Water type
- Freshwater and marine
- Warranty
- 3 years
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
- 470–1,550 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 300 L
A larger tank that needs strong extra circulation plus some mechanical filtration.
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F Series Internal Filter
- Flow
- 360–800 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 160 L
A mid-sized tank where you want an internal filter that tucks into a back corner.
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FB Internal Filter
- Flow
- 300–760 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 140 L
A basic community or planted tank where a simple sponge internal filter is enough.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Eheim Aquaball, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Eheim Aquaball good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: 60 (480 L/h, suits roughly 40–96 L); 130 (550 L/h, suits roughly 46–110 L); 180 (650 L/h, suits roughly 54–130 L). The maker rates the range for tanks up to 180 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 Eheim Aquaball best for?
Small to medium low-tech planted tanks, or as a backup filter and circulation boost on a bigger tank.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Eheim Aquaball?
Switch the venturi off on a CO2 tank, as the bubbles will drive off the gas you are paying for.
What are the alternatives to the Eheim Aquaball?
Other filters worth comparing: Boyu SP-C / SP-B Internal Filter, Dophin 950F Series Internal Filter, Dophin F Series Internal Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.