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 XWA Series External Filter
An external filter from SunSun's Xiaoli line with stacked media trays (three or five tiers) and an optional 9 W UV-C lamp. Flow runs from 500 to 1,400 L/h.
Updated
500–1,400 L/h3 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Small to mid tanks where you want lots of media volume in a compact external box.
What stands out
- 500, 1,000 and 1,400 L/h
- Three or five media tiers
- Optional 9 W UV-C (U versions)
- Up to 2 m head
Models and specs
| Model | Flow | Power | Max head | Dimensions (L × W × H) | 3-tier height | 5-tier height | Variants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XWA-600 | 500 L/h | 10 W | 1 m | 20.5 × 20.5 cm | 29.4 cm | 39.0 cm | 3 or 5 media trays; U versions add 9 W UV-C |
| XWA-800 | 1,000 L/h | 15 W | 1.4 m | 22.6 × 22.6 cm | 32.8 cm | 44.6 cm | 3 or 5 media trays; U versions add 9 W UV-C |
| XWA-1000 | 1,400 L/h | 26 W | 2 m | 25.4 × 25.4 cm | 36.0 cm | 48.0 cm | 3 or 5 media trays; U versions add 9 W UV-C |
- Brand
- SunSun
- Media trays
- 3 or 5
- UV-C
- 9 W on U versions
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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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the SunSun XWA Series External Filter, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the SunSun XWA Series External Filter good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: XWA-600 (500 L/h, suits roughly 42–100 L); XWA-800 (1,000 L/h, suits roughly 83–200 L); XWA-1000 (1,400 L/h, suits roughly 117–280 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 XWA Series External Filter best for?
Small to mid tanks where you want lots of media volume in a compact external box.
What are the alternatives to the SunSun XWA Series External 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.
What sizes does the SunSun XWA Series External Filter come in?
3 options: XWA-600, XWA-800, XWA-1000.