BZA Xingu – 15L Stainless Steel Canister Filter
Single or Dual Inlet Configuration
Introduction
The BZA Xingu is a 15-liter stainless steel canister filter built for larger freshwater aquariums, especially planted tanks and aquascapes requiring serious flow. Available in two pump configurations — single inlet with a 25W DC pump (3500 L/h) or dual inlet with a 35W DC pump (5000 L/h) — it delivers professional-grade circulation and flexible tuning via 20-speed wired controllers.
Unlike stacked-tray filters that restrict media types and sizes, the Xingu uses a wide-open media chamber, supported by stainless trays to secure your filter media while maintaining unrestricted circulation. It’s quiet, powerful, and customizable — ideal for aquascapers, CO₂ users, or high-stock tanks.
Technical Specs
Single Inlet Version
• Max Flow Rate: 3500 L/h (925 GPH)
• Max Head Height: 3.5 meters (11.5 feet)
• Pump: 25W DC with 20-speed wired controller
Dual Inlet Version
• Max Flow Rate: 5000 L/h (1320 GPH)
• Max Head Height: 4.5 meters (14.7 feet)
• Pump: 35W DC with 20-speed wired controller
Shared Specs
• Voltage: 110–240V AC input / 24V DC output
• Frequency: 50–60 Hz
• Tubing Size: 16/22mm (compatible with most inline CO₂ diffusers)
• Canister Dimensions: 15.7″ tall × 8.7″ wide (40 × 22 cm)
• Internal Volume: 15 liters (4 gallons)
• Media Capacity: ~3.5 gallons of loose media
Key Features
• Fully Open Media Chamber — Use any media you want, from large sponges to fine bags — no restrictive trays
• Lower Stainless Support Grate — Elevates media to keep the intake clear and flowing
• Upper Stainless Retention Grate — Secures your media in place without blocking circulation
• Welded Buckles — Fish-scale welded directly to the stainless body 🐟 for durability
• Single or Dual Inlet Options — Choose based on your tank’s size and flow needs
• Silent DC Pumps — 20-speed control, plus wave and feed pause modes
• 9-Foot Controller Cable — Flexible placement for stands or cabinets
• Soft Base Pad — Protects surfaces from scuffs and vibration
• Ships Unassembled — Pump arrives in its own padded carton for safe transport
What’s Included
• 15L stainless steel canister
• DC pump (select 25W or 35W)
• 20-speed wired controller
• Lower stainless tray (elevates intake)
• Upper stainless grate
• Clamp-lock lid with O-ring
• Dual or single inlet fittings (based on model)
• 16/22mm outlet fittings
• Silicone connector hose and clamps
• Pump Mounting bracket and threaded bushings
• Soft foam base pad
Included with Launch Edition:
• Flexpure Biofilter Brick (Flex Cube)
• 2 reusable media bags pre-filled with biomedia
• Coarse reusable filter cloth
• Stainless steel Lily pipe set (single or dual intakes)
• 16/22mm silicone hose (10 ft sections) x2 for dual intake model
• ProConnect quick disconnect valves x3 for dual intake model
🐟 Fish Scale Welded for Strength
Each BZA Xingu canister is sealed using fish scale welds — a technique used in commercial-grade food and water systems for long-term reliability. Benefits:
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No glued seams
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Corrosion-resistant interior
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Pressure-resistant weld integrity
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Years of quiet, leak-free performance
Tank Size & Turnover Guide
Single Inlet (25W – 3500 L/h)
• 14x turnover on 65 gal
• 10x turnover on 90 gal
• 7x turnover on 125 gal
Dual Inlet (35W – 5000 L/h)
• 18x turnover on 70 gal
• 15x turnover on 90 gal
• 11x turnover on 120 gal
• 9x turnover on 140 gal
Both versions are suitable for CO₂-injected tanks, hardscape-heavy layouts, and high-biomass setups needing strong and stable filtration.
🌿 What’s in a Name?
Xingu (pronounced SHIN-goo) is a major tributary of the Amazon River and home to many iconic freshwater species — including the Zebra Pleco (L46), Xingu Corydoras (Corydoras xinguensis), and the stunning Pike Cichlids (Crenicichla spp.). Known for its crystal-clear waters and rocky outcrops, the Xingu represents clarity, resilience, and support for a rich diversity of life — just like this canister filter.
🔗 Explore the Xingu River Basin
🛡️ Warranty
2-Year Warranty on the stainless steel canister and DC pump.
