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product_id: 42759475
title: "AEF-302 External Filter System for Aquarium - 3 phases. Free Media"
brand: "aquaflow technology"
price: "$1073"
currency: MXN
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.mx/products/42759475-aef-302-external-filter-system-for-aquarium-3-phases-free
store_origin: MX
region: Mexico
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# 18W power 75 gal capacity 264 gph flow rate AEF-302 External Filter System for Aquarium - 3 phases. Free Media

**Brand:** aquaflow technology
**Price:** $1073
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** AEF-302 External Filter System for Aquarium - 3 phases. Free Media by aquaflow technology
- **How much does it cost?** $1073 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.mx](https://www.desertcart.mx/products/42759475-aef-302-external-filter-system-for-aquarium-3-phases-free)

## Best For

- aquaflow technology enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aquaflow technology brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Design:** Sleek dimensions (9" L x 9" W x 15.5" H) fit seamlessly into any setup.
- • **Efficient Flow Rate:** Experience a robust 264 gallons per hour for optimal circulation.
- • **Powerful Filtration:** Handles up to 75 gallons with ease, ensuring a healthy habitat.
- • **Transform Your Aquarium:** Elevate your aquatic environment with crystal-clear water!
- • **Customizable Media Trays:** Tailor your filtration with 3 versatile trays for your preferred media.

## Overview

The AEF-302 External Filter System is designed for aquarists seeking a powerful and efficient filtration solution for tanks up to 75 gallons. With a flow rate of 264 gallons per hour and customizable media trays, this filter ensures optimal water quality and a thriving aquatic ecosystem.

## Description

The Aquaflow Technology AEF-302 3-stage external canister filter is ideal for tanks up to 75 gallons. It handles up to 264 gallons per hour. The Aquaflow Technology AEF-302 includes filter Pads, hoses and all the parts you need to get started. The three flexible media trays allow you to add other filtration media such as Aquaflow Technology activated carbons, ceramic rings or bio-balls to achieve excellent mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. The AEF-302 canister filter also has a convenient self-priming pump that eliminates the need for manual siphoning.

## Features

- Good for up to 75 gallon fish tanks
- Dimension: 9" L x 9" w x 15.5" H
- Flow rate: 264 gph (1000L/hr)
- Pump power: 18W for tanks up to 75 gallons. It handles up to 264 gallons per hou
- 3 media Trays capable of handling your choice of filtration media

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why didn't I buy this sooner?
*by T***R on July 10, 2017*

Honestly, I'm kicking myself for not purchasing this sooner. The power filter on my 50G cichlid aquarium was driving me nuts with it's noisy motor and noisy water output, not to mention it simply wasn't a great filter. I was on the hunt for a quiet filter that was also a powerhouse, and I am not disappointed by this one! I was skeptical at first, since it's only about 1/3 of the price of comparable filters at normal pet stores, but I gave it a go. The only negative is that the instructions aren't very clear when it comes to putting together all the little parts on the intake and output, but it's pretty easy to use your common sense and follow the chart that shows the pieces. The only thing I absolutely couldn't figure out was the "surface skimmer" because the plastic piece just wasn't fitting for some reason, so I opted to not use it anyways. Otherwise, everything ran extremely smoothly. I had no issues with priming, but the water level does need to be high enough to submerge ALL the holes in the output pieces for it to prime correctly, so if you have a turtle tank or other low water level set up, you might run into some issues. However, a normal fish tank at full water capacity was a breeze to prime and start. I'm so happy, because it's simply so so quiet. No more ugly, loud power filters for me! Bonus points, because it already comes with three different media types for the three different "levels" of filtration.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overall good filter, but a very cheap intake tube
*by K***R on June 17, 2017*

I bought this for my 40B turtle tank. I wrestled between 4 and 5 stars for this canister. I would give it a solid 4 1/2 stars if that was an option. For the price it can't be beat. The sizeable trays hold a lot of media. Flow rate is good. The filter housing itself feels sturdy and is well put together. Hoses are very good quality. Its very quiet. The instruction manual in this model is in legible English, first time I've seen that for these Chinese canisters. Only con i have is the intake tube. You can tell they really skimped on this. It fits together very loosely and allows lots of air to enter the intake. I took the advice of a couple fish forums and put electrical tape on the intake pieces. However, this didn't solve my problem. I was left with a taped monstrosity of an intake tube that still leaked air into the input hose. I finally gave up and trashed the input hose. If your buying for a turtle tank the best way I found to run it is pushing the hose directly into the strainer piece only and securing with the suction cups. Works great after that. Minus the terrible intake tube this canister is a solid buy, well worth the money.Tl;DR: good canister filter that does it's job however the intake is poor and requires modification for turtle tanks.

### ⭐ Different Brand likely better
*by D***J on September 12, 2017*

Excited when I first received this as I thought this would work great but found that it was either defective or simple didn't work properly. It quickly began to accumulate algae in the tubing and the system began to make my aquarium toxic. This system can quickly become a mess. My experiences trying different filters types have led me to find that internal canister filters return the best results for me anyway. Once I move up to a 125 gallon or more tank I may go back to this type of filtration, but I will definitely go to a higher quality name like Marineland, etc. Don't waste your money here.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-23*