Matten Filter Kit

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My goal is to help everyone create an outstanding fish tank they're proud of. I've compiled info about Matten Filters on this page to enhance your research and development process, making it easier for you to get started. Best of luck in finding the perfect HMF!

⚡ TIP: Other sizes can be made upon request, just send me tank dimensions…

Installation

1. If your tank has a plastic black trim, leave a ¾” gap below the black trim and your water line
2. Place the foam along the back wall of the tank, ensuring it fits snugly
3. Secure the airlift tube behind or alongside the foam to create water circulation
4. Place an air stone or diffuser at the base of the pipe and connect it to the air pump via airline tubing

Key Features:

Matten Filters expansive surface area provides an excellent feeding ground for shrimp and shrimplets alike. With microorganisms thriving on the sponge surface, it becomes a natural buffet for your little critters.

• Optimal water circulation for shrimp tanks
• Vast surface area for beneficial bacteria
• Affordable operation costs
• Minimal maintenance required
• Small PPI prevents shrimp from getting trapped
• Provides 2 to 4 times the surface area of standard sponge filters

Why are Matten Filters my top pick for freshwater shrimp tanks? It all comes down to surface area and flow.

Item Specs:

• Foam Type: Black Reticulated Foam
• Pores per Inch (PPI): 35
• Included: Matten Filter and ¾” PVC Lift Tube (Riser)
• Not Included: Airline Tubing
• Available Upon Request: Air Stone, Silicone Caulk

Versatile Performance

Feel confident knowing they're safe for both shrimp and fish. After testing Matten Filters in my shrimp breeding tanks, I saw a remarkable boost in shrimp health and behavior in just months. Breeding rates skyrocketed, and baby shrimp survival rates improved significantly.

I embraced the HMF (Hamburg Matten Filter) in 2023, and it completely redefined my fishkeeping strategy. The water quality is exceptional, and I can introduce large groups of new fish without stressing about ammonia spikes.

The HMF is typically a large foam sheet at one end of the tank, offering a vast surface area that prevents clogging. You can go a long time—12 months to 2 years—without a cleaning, allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive and diversify.