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Pond
Filters
PONTEC BMF & BMF UV Bio-Mechanical Filters |
BMF
1600
BMF
3200
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Cloudy, dirty water and strong algae growth are common problems in ponds. These problems are caused by floating particles due to an excessive supply of nutrients, dead plants, over-fertilized soil, acid rain, fish excrement and left-over food. These particles produce ammonia which is harmful to all living beings. Pontec BMF Bio-Mechanical Filters transform ammonia into nitrite using a natural process. The nitrite is then changed into harmless nitrate. Nitrate actually constitutes a healthy nutrient conducive to plant growth. The mechanical filtration process is carried out by various structured foam filters, the biological process through naturally occuring bacteria that settle on bio-elements.
(warranty does not cover foam pads) (warranty does not cover UVC lamp)
BMF 1600 UV & BMF 3200 UV (built-in UVC unit shown in foreground |
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| Part Number | 57022 | 57024 | 57023 | 57025 |
| UVC included | no | yes, 9 Watt | no | yes, 9 Watt |
| Filter pads included | 2 coarse, 1 fine | 3 coarse, 3 fine | 2 coarse, 1 fine | 3 coarse, 3 fine |
| Max. Effective Pond Volume for Decorative Ponds - No Fish (gallons) * | 1600 | 1600 | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max. Effective Pond Volume for Ponds with Normal Fish Stocking Levels (gallons) * | 800 | 800 | 1600 | 1600 |
| Max. Flow Rate at Filter Inlet (GPH) | 720 | 720 | 1450 | 1450 |
| Inlet Size | 3/4" to 1-1/2" barbed | 3/4" to 1-1/2" barbed | 3/4" to 1-1/2" barbed | 3/4" to 1-1/2" barbed |
| Discharge Size | 1.75" | 1.75" | 1.75" | 1.75" |
| Dimensions
(L x W x H) |
17" x 11" x 14" | 17" x 11" x 14" | 17" x 14" x 21.5" | 17" x 14" x 21.5" |
* All
figures are based on the following assumptions: Minimum pond depth of 18
inches. Max. flow rate shown above is circulated through the filter. Filter
is operated continuously.
Pond
size recommendations are approximate and are only given for general guidance.
All performance data were obtained under controlled conditions. Real-world
performance may vary due to local circumstances.
Pontec
BMF & BMF UV Pond Filters come with a 3/4" to 1-1/2" barbed inlet adapter.
Additional adapters are not required.
OASE
Aquamax SF Filtration Pumps
Serving the pond & water garden market since 1986 and selling online since 1997, we are one of the original Internet mailorder companies and the oldest OASE dealer in North America. Over the past 23 years, thousands of Americans from coast to coast have come to rely on us for expert advice and quality products. Please contact us for any questions you may have about ponds and water gardens.
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