581 gph - 5.79 Gallon volume

Whether you're an experienced aquarium owner or just getting started, locating the best filter for your aquarium is certainly high on your list of priorities. If you're looking around for a new filter you could do worse  than to purchase the UTC 3400 Canister filter.

With the UTC 3400 in place you can be sure to be rid of the murky water and algae formations associated with waste degradation within the tank. This is because this filter does not rely on just one method of filtration but instead uses multiple filtration systems to ensure that waste is completely eliminated and that the water returns to your tank from the filter crystal clear. The design is modular, meaning that you can customize it to your needs and requirements, enhancing aspects that you rely or more while either maintaining or reducing those components that you feel are redundant.

Generally speaking, the filtration systems the device comes with are mechanical – meaning a physical filtration system, chemical – meaning the use of chemical media to ensure purity, biological – which uses bacteria to break down wastes in the water, and of course UV, which uses ultraviolet radiation to further purify the water. After the water passes through these systems, it's almost good enough to drink. As a matter of fact, the multiple systems incorporated in the UTC 3400 are really similar to the processes used to purify drinking water.

So how does the UTC 3400 work? It has a very efficient functional process, sending the water to be filtered through media baskets. These are fairly large in size, and completely eliminate the need for any sort of water channels or for a bypass, for example. The latches and the watertight sealing that the container is equipped with ensure that there isn't any leakage, with resulting damage to the surroundings. There's more: The UTC 3400 has exquisitely crafted ceramic impellers and even an oil free motor for years of trouble free service. And of course it comes equipped with the filtration media to ensure the minimum possible issues in setting it up and getting started.

Pros And Cons

So what are the pros and cons of the UTC 3400?

As you've already seen by now, it has a lot of good points...

• Four distinct filtration systems remove the absolute maximum waste from the water, ensuring crystal clear water for your aquarium.
• Watertight sealing ensures that there is no leakage with the mess that can result thereof.
• The working components are carefully crafted to ensure long life and good service.

There are very few bad points to these filters, however some people may not like it that..

• Maintenance of the filter is not really a do-it-yourself job, and can be reasonably complex, depending on the problem.
• While it is efficient, it lacks the digital controls that other filters in this price class can possess.
• The price class itself is in the upper bracket, which means it might be out of reach for some home owners.

Manufacturer Specs

UTC 3400 Canister Filter with UV Sterilizer - 581 gph - 5.79 Gallon volume Designed to be one of the most efficient canister filters on the market, the UTC Canister Filter performs 4 levels of filtration: mechanical, chemical, biological and UV sterilization. Water is forced through large media baskets, eliminating channeling or bypass. Modular design holds a variety of filter media. Heavy-duty latches and a watertight seal accompany ceramic shaft impellers and an oil-free motor in a design sure to perform amazingly for your aquarium. Includes filter media. Click here for a breakdown of these canister filters direct from the manufacturer.