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
SunSun · Canister
SunSun HW-500 Series Canister Filter
An older SunSun canister range with rotating in/out connections, from small 320 L/h models up to the 1,000 L/h HW-507. B versions of the 504, 505 and 507 add a UV-C lamp.
Updated
320–1,000 L/h5 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Small to mid planted tanks where you want a simple canister.
Worth knowing
SunSun does not list flow or head for the HW-504 and HW-505.
What stands out
- 320 to 1,000 L/h
- Inlet and outlet rotate 360 degrees
- UV-C on B versions (5 or 9 W)
- Room for your own media
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Power | Max head | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Cable | Variants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HW-502 | 320 L/h | 5 W | 0.8 m | 19.4 × 15.3 × 25.9 cm | 1.5m | – |
| HW-503 | 350 L/h | 5 W | 0.9 m | 21.2 × 17.2 × 28.7 cm | 1.5m | – |
| HW-504 | – | 16 W | – | 30.5 × 20.5 × 33.5 cm | 1.8m | HW-504A without UV, HW-504B with 5 W UV-C |
| HW-505 | – | 16 W | – | 32.5 × 24.5 × 40.5 cm | 1.8m | HW-505A without UV, HW-505B with 9 W UV-C |
| HW-507 | 1,000 L/h | 15 W | 1.4 m | 32.5 × 24.5 × 40.5 cm | 1.8m | HW-507A without UV, HW-507B with 9 W UV-C |
- Brand
- SunSun
- Connections
- Rotating inlet and outlet
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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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the SunSun HW-500 Series Canister Filter, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the SunSun HW-500 Series Canister Filter good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: HW-502 (320 L/h, suits roughly 27–64 L); HW-503 (350 L/h, suits roughly 29–70 L); HW-507 (1,000 L/h, suits roughly 83–200 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 SunSun HW-500 Series Canister Filter best for?
Small to mid planted tanks where you want a simple canister.
Is there anything to watch out for with the SunSun HW-500 Series Canister Filter?
SunSun does not list flow or head for the HW-504 and HW-505.
What are the alternatives to the SunSun HW-500 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.