--- product_id: 772030277 title: "172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH)" brand: "pondforse" price: "104753CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/772030277-172gph-canister-filter-external-aquarium-filter-with-5w-uv-sterilizer store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 172 GPH ultra-efficient flow Whisper-quiet brushless motor 5W UV sterilizer kills pathogens 172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) **Brand:** pondforse **Price:** 104753CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 💧 Keep your aquatic world flawless and whisper-quiet — because your fish deserve the best! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) by pondforse - **How much does it cost?** 104753CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/772030277-172gph-canister-filter-external-aquarium-filter-with-5w-uv-sterilizer) ## Best For - pondforse enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pondforse brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Silent Serenity:** Advanced copper brushless motor + noise-dampening feet keep your space peaceful. - • **Tailored Flow Control:** Adjustable valve ensures perfect water circulation for tanks up to 30 gallons. - • **All-Inclusive Media Kit:** Comes with bio balls, sponges, and backup UV bulb—ready to optimize your tank. - • **Energy-Smart Performance:** Powerful 8W motor delivers stable filtration while minimizing electricity use. - • **Crystal-Clear Water, Always:** Multi-layer filtration removes impurities & algae for pristine aquariums. ## Overview The PONDFORSE 172GPH Canister Filter is a high-performance external aquarium filter designed for tanks up to 30 gallons. Featuring a powerful 8W brushless motor, adjustable flow rate, and a 5W UV sterilizer, it ensures crystal-clear water by removing particles, excess nutrients, and harmful microorganisms. Its ultra-quiet operation and comprehensive media kit make it an energy-efficient, all-in-one solution for maintaining a healthy aquatic ecosystem. ## Description PONDFORSE 172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) Review: I purchased this canister filter because I was fed up with all of the filters that we had tried before. There were internal filters which clogged quickly and were a pain to remove for cleaning, poor quality hang on back filters which broke the first time I cleaned them, and giant hand on back filters which filtered great but were an eyesore. This filter is the bomb. It has worked very well to improve the water quality in our 10 gallon tank. It wasn't the easiest to set up because we wanted lilly tubes rather than using the provided inlet/outflow tubes. It was worth the trouble though because the tank looks amazing. There hasn't been any trouble with leaking. Setup took a bit of planning to find tubing and connectors that would connect the lilly tube to the canister connectors. Of course they weren't the same size... The pump is pretty quiet once air worked out of the canister. The flow is adjustable to a level that works with the shrimp. We used the UV light for the first few days to clear up the water, but now we don't use it every day. This aquarium canister filter has worked great for us. It cost far less than some of the more well known brands, but has performed very well. We are happy with the result and the aquarium looks great. Review: This is my first canister filter and I chose this because of the price point just to get my feet wet on canister filter. I have kept fish for more than 40 years. Overall, everything which is advertised worked as they should. It is very quiet. If yours is not quite enough, stop it and open it up. May sure that all of your trays are correctly installed. If you still feel that the impeller is making too much noise, get a small can of Trident Silicone food-grade grease and apply some on the surface of the impeller be unscrewing the plastic holder. It should cut down the sound by more than 70%. If everything is running correctly (trays seated right), you should wondering if it's ON because it's that quiet. If yours is noisy, something is not seated right or your connection are not securely installed. Applying some silicone on all of the connection point is also a good thing to create a good seal. How effective is the filter? I added SeaChem Purigen and Matrix to the tray. By the second day, the clarity is 90% there. By 4th day, the water is crystal clear like a new swimming pool. If there is one thing which they can improve on, it will be the blue pilot light to indicate the ON status of the UV light. That light could be brighter. The current one used in their product (as of March 2025) is very dim. You cannot see it during day time. Overall, I think this is a good product considering the price. As for durability, I will report back after a few months to see how it stood up in time. ## Features - 【Efficient Filtration Capabilities】The PondForse canister filter utilizes multiple layers of filtration media to remove particles, excess nutrients, and impurities from the aquarium water. This comprehensive approach to water purification helps maintain crystal-clear water and a healthy ecosystem for your aquatic pets. - 【Adjustable Flow Rate】The flow rate control valve offers extensive compatibility, making it suitable for a wide range of aquarium sizes and types. You can easily control the flow rate, ensuring proper flow for optimal effect. - 【Powerful Output Performance】PondForse 8W power filter can circulate up to 172 US Gal/h of water. The energy-efficient motor operates with excellent stability, providing a continuous and reliable power source for the filtration process, and reducing electricity consumption while delivering powerful filtration performance. - 【Quiet Operation】Pondforse canister filter built-in high-performance copper brushless motor ensures a quiet aquarium environment, along with 4 denoising rubber feet to minimize noise. This ensures that it won't disturb your daily activities or disrupt the serenity of your aquatic flora and fauna. - 【Comprehensive Filter Media Kit】Equipped with all essential accessories for creating a highly efficient filtration system in your aquarium. In addition to the whole filter and accessories, you'll also get 1 extra bulb for backup, bio balls and filter sponges. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0DCHVTCTW | | Included Components | Filter Media | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 20.1 x 15.5 x 31 Centimeters | | Item Weight | 3 kg 600 g | | Item model number | 172GPH | | Manufacturer | PONDFORSE | | Net Quantity | 1 Count | | Product Dimensions | 20.07 x 15.49 x 30.99 cm; 3.6 kg | ## Images ![172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41pVVgs5xAL.jpg) ![172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41txXbhIRJL.jpg) ![172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/517ucFWduqL.jpg) ![172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AHgjHClNL.jpg) ![172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter with 5W UV Sterilizer Ultra-Quiet Water Cleaning Machine with Free Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51oDmeDTMCL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by T***1 on 20 July 2025* I purchased this canister filter because I was fed up with all of the filters that we had tried before. There were internal filters which clogged quickly and were a pain to remove for cleaning, poor quality hang on back filters which broke the first time I cleaned them, and giant hand on back filters which filtered great but were an eyesore. This filter is the bomb. It has worked very well to improve the water quality in our 10 gallon tank. It wasn't the easiest to set up because we wanted lilly tubes rather than using the provided inlet/outflow tubes. It was worth the trouble though because the tank looks amazing. There hasn't been any trouble with leaking. Setup took a bit of planning to find tubing and connectors that would connect the lilly tube to the canister connectors. Of course they weren't the same size... The pump is pretty quiet once air worked out of the canister. The flow is adjustable to a level that works with the shrimp. We used the UV light for the first few days to clear up the water, but now we don't use it every day. This aquarium canister filter has worked great for us. It cost far less than some of the more well known brands, but has performed very well. We are happy with the result and the aquarium looks great. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by G***Y on 2 April 2025* This is my first canister filter and I chose this because of the price point just to get my feet wet on canister filter. I have kept fish for more than 40 years. Overall, everything which is advertised worked as they should. It is very quiet. If yours is not quite enough, stop it and open it up. May sure that all of your trays are correctly installed. If you still feel that the impeller is making too much noise, get a small can of Trident Silicone food-grade grease and apply some on the surface of the impeller be unscrewing the plastic holder. It should cut down the sound by more than 70%. If everything is running correctly (trays seated right), you should wondering if it's ON because it's that quiet. If yours is noisy, something is not seated right or your connection are not securely installed. Applying some silicone on all of the connection point is also a good thing to create a good seal. How effective is the filter? I added SeaChem Purigen and Matrix to the tray. By the second day, the clarity is 90% there. By 4th day, the water is crystal clear like a new swimming pool. If there is one thing which they can improve on, it will be the blue pilot light to indicate the ON status of the UV light. That light could be brighter. The current one used in their product (as of March 2025) is very dim. You cannot see it during day time. Overall, I think this is a good product considering the price. As for durability, I will report back after a few months to see how it stood up in time. ### ⭐⭐ Review *by L***N on 14 January 2026* WARNING before you buy! This filter randomly stops siphoning water even after checking all hoses and priming multiple times. This product is a great idea, but it lacks reliability. On multiple occasions, the filter would run smoothly then the siphon process would stop with out rhyme or reason. I followed all the steps- filling the intake tube with water, using the check valve to prime, even cut the hoses shorter to prevent kinks. None of that worked. One time I got home from work I noticed no water was flowing. I had no idea of knowing for how long the filter was not operating, and that could be dangerous for the fish. If my electricity cuts off while on vacation, that could be a disaster because it will not come back on unless im there to fix it. I can't afford to risk it. I recommend spending a little bit more to get a better quality filter. ## Frequently Bought Together - PONDFORSE 172GPH Canister Filter, External Aquarium Filter Ultra-Quiet Water Circulation Cleaning Machine with Media for Fish Tanks and Aquariums Up to 30 Gallons (172GPH) - PAIZOO Fish Tank Digital Thermometer Accurate LED Display to ±0.9°F Tank Thermometer Aquarium Temperature Measurement Suitable for Fish, Axolotl, Turtle or Aquatic - API TAP WATER CONDITIONER Aquarium Water Conditioner 16-Ounce Bottle --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/772030277-172gph-canister-filter-external-aquarium-filter-with-5w-uv-sterilizer](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/772030277-172gph-canister-filter-external-aquarium-filter-with-5w-uv-sterilizer) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*