{"product_id":"bioscape-smart-internal-filter","title":"Bioscape Smart Internal Filter","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne filter body, five flow rates, sized to your tank.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bioscape Smart Internal Filter is a three-stage internal filter — mechanical, biological and chemical — sold in five sizes from 400 to 1500 L\/h so you can match flow to tank size rather than overpowering a small tank or under-filtering a large one. It runs fully submerged with no external pump or hose run, and both flow rate and outlet direction are adjustable at the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-stage filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e — a bio-foam compartment for mechanical and biological filtration, paired with a chemical filtration shaft loaded with refillable activated carbon and zeolite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive sizes, one family\u003c\/strong\u003e — 400, 600, 800, 1000 and 1500 L\/h models so the filter is sized to the tank rather than a single unit stretched across every tank size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable flow and direction\u003c\/strong\u003e — both output rate and outlet direction can be adjusted at the unit, useful for flow-sensitive stock like bettas and fry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefillable chemical media\u003c\/strong\u003e — the carbon and zeolite shaft is topped up rather than replaced as a sealed cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet, self-contained operation\u003c\/strong\u003e — no external hoses, priming or separate pump housing to install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlow rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWattage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended tank size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart 400 (SIF00)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 L\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart 600 (SIF02)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 L\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart 800 (SIF03)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 L\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 75 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart 1000 (SIF04)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 L\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart 1500 (SIF06)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500 L\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 120 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich size do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBioscape's own sizing is by tank length rather than volume — 400 L\/h for tanks up to 45 cm, stepping up through 600 (60 cm), 800 (75 cm), 1000 (90 cm) to 1500 L\/h for tanks up to 120 cm. Stock heavily or keep messy eaters and it's worth sizing up a step from that guide, since a stocked tank needs more turnover than an empty one; a lightly stocked or heavily planted tank can often run comfortably on the size below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flow rates above are Bioscape's rated output measured clean, with the media chambers empty of any resistance. Loaded with bio-foam and a full chemical media charge, actual throughput will sit below the rated figure — Bioscape doesn't publish a with-media flow curve for this range, so treat the table as a sizing guide rather than a guaranteed in-tank number. The adjustable flow control lets you tune output down from the rated maximum if a model is running stronger than you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable for freshwater aquariums only — Bioscape doesn't rate this range for marine or reef use. Suitable as a sole filter on smaller tanks or as supplementary filtration alongside a canister on larger ones. Not suitable where you need to run activated carbon continuously for medication removal between doses — the shaft holds media rather than being designed for frequent hot-swapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRunning costs and noise\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRun continuously, indicative annual running cost at 30c\/kWh: Smart 400 (6 W) is about $15.80 a year, Smart 600 (7.5 W) about $19.70, Smart 800 (10 W) about $26.30, Smart 1000 (15 W) about $39.40, and Smart 1500 (27 W) about $71.00. All five are described by Bioscape as quiet in normal operation; no dB figure is published.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRinse the bio-foam in removed tank water rather than tap water to protect the biological colony, and top up or replace the carbon and zeolite in the chemical shaft on a regular cycle rather than waiting for a visible drop in flow. Because the media sits inside the unit rather than in a separate canister, servicing means lifting the whole filter out of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered against manufacturing defects under Bioscape's warranty, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this on a marine or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — Bioscape rates the Smart Internal Filter range for freshwater use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill the rated flow match what I actually get in the tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot exactly — the rated L\/h figures are measured clean. Once the bio-foam and chemical media are loaded, expect somewhat less than the rated number, which is normal for any internal filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to buy replacement media separately?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chemical shaft uses refillable activated carbon and zeolite, so you're topping up loose or bagged media rather than buying a proprietary cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I point the outlet where I want it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — both the flow rate and the outlet direction are adjustable on the unit, which helps with flow-sensitive tankmates like bettas or fry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a pre-filter included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the units don't ship with a separate pre-filter sponge; the bio-foam compartment is the first stage of filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bioscape","offers":[{"title":"400 lph","offer_id":55249201103139,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"600 lph","offer_id":55249201135907,"sku":null,"price":54.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"800 lph","offer_id":55249201168675,"sku":null,"price":53.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 lph","offer_id":55249201201443,"sku":null,"price":80.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1500 lph","offer_id":55249201234211,"sku":null,"price":102.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/bioscape-smart-internal-filt-43876825268515.webp?v=1790239781","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/bioscape-smart-internal-filter","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}