Blagdon 9W Mini-Pond 6-Stage Box Filter 12000 Litre Model with UV Clarifier Light, for Ponds Up-to 12,000 Litres
The Minipond 12000 Box Filter is made for ponds containing up to 12,000 litres of water. However, many factors should be considered to make sure this is the right size filter for your pond and equipment. See image 7 in the product details at top of page for a full explanation. The siting of your pond (shade or full sun for instance) and whether or not you have fish should all be things to consider when you select your filter. Full sun will mean more algae and fish will create waste.
Make sure you use compatible hose. The outlet hose should be heavy duty smooth bore (not corrugated) pipe installed over as short a distance as possible with no kinks or bends.
The pump supplying the Minipond filter must not have a pumping head exceeding 4m – 0.4 Bar.
The maximum flow rate recommended is stated in the filter performance and specification chart. This flow should not be exceeded.
The ideal flow rate for your pond is to pump the volume of the pond water through the filter every 2-4 hours.
To increase flow you may need to get a larger pump. If flow is too high use an inline valve to reduce it.
The purpose of the pump is to transfer dirty water from the pond to the Minipond filter.
Placing the pump at the opposite end of the pond to the filter will give the best results.
Foam-free pump designs will give optimum Minipond filtration.
We recommend Blagdon Pond Pumps for fountains, filters and waterfalls.
Install below or above ground (filter must be above water level)
Whichever choice you make it is important to make sure the filter is above the level of the water for water to return to the pond via gravity.
| Dimensions: | 47.4 x 39 x 35.5 cm; 4.8 Kilograms |
| Model: | 12000 |
| Part: | 12000 |
| Manufacture: | Blagdon |
This cleared my pond within a few days but the foam filters need cleaning at least once a week to keep it working properly. Very easy to do.
I have had many filters over the years but this one is the best and easiest to use and maintain.
The water cleared within hours and has remained the same ever since.
What is important to know though is to make sure your pump is the right size for your filter otherwise the filter doesn’t do what it’s meant to. Where the sponges are in the main compartment should not overflow into the smaller second compartment. This happened to me to start with because my pump was too strong and I sorted this by purchasing a Blagdon tap to slow the flow down.
It is also important to clean the filters regularly which takes about 30 minutes, simply by removing the sponges and the cartridge and spraying them clean with a hose.
I’ve had filters in the past which took ages to clean and were very fiddly. This one is so easy.
I have purchased spare sponges and cartridges to change in the months ahead and they are all available via Amazon. I intend to keep this filter well maintained going forward to save the hassle of emptying a green water pond.
I have also purchased a Blagdon oxygenator but I’m sure regular maintenance of this filter would do the job alone. See the photos this is how clear my pond is. Well impressed with this product.
It’s now March 2022 and my water is still nice and clear.
Cleared really murky water in a few days. Pond look great.
Sceptical at first, but using this filter which is surprisingly compact but the right size for my pond. I also added two mall bales of Barley Straw but judging by the what the filter had strained out of the pond it really did a good job and I can now enjoy seeing my fish at the bottom of the pond.
I was suffering with a pond that had gone like pea soup and i struggled to see my fish. I opted to change my old filter unit to the Blagdon MiniPond 12000 as it had a 9 watt uv light. Easy to set up and looks easy to maintain the unit and the uv light is simple to get to. Started to see improvement in 4 days and within 2 weeks I can cannot only see my fish I can also see every bit of gravel on the pond floor (24 inches deep).
So I’m well pleased and so are my fish. Would definitely recommend
My pond water was clear to begin with but my old gravity filter (different brand) was worn out. It ran a 24w bulb, this runs 9w and is fine as long as I keep on top of cleaning the filters.
I have a lot of fish and so I have to clean the filters every other day. I wish the Supra/blocks at the bottom were easy to remove. The instructions say clean once a year but once a month is more realistic. A removable container would make it so much easier.
I’m also disappointed that the small front filters require replacement every month. That should be factored in to anyone purchasing this model.
What can i say great cleared my pond in under a week
Well Happy took 7 days to clear as heavy green water could not see NOW cystall ckear see every detail thorough water, must be tons better for the fish . They look well happy.
My pond was murky and this cleared it up to crystal clear in two days. My pond is 1200ltr and I am operating it with a 2000ltr pump. Overkill but works well.
Direct replacement for a previous model. Easy to install- totally satisfied.
Worth the money but I thought it would be bigge
The system is really impressive and has been manufactured to high standard. It has been designed brilliantly with the need for easy access to clean filters without causing wear and tear to any pipes or wiring, a problem that I encountered on my previous filter system.
A replacement for an old filter I oversized and was glad that I did for the small amount extra as it’s not actually that big physically.. relatively easy to set up, and clean, just watch that you have enough spare cable to tip it on its side to clean the bottom out. Overall pleased with it and it seems to be doing the job of keeping the pond clear if I clean it out weekly.
I’ve had 2 of these for over 5 years. I change the UV bulb every spring and clean the filter with rain water and a vacuum cleaner to avoid leaving any sludge at the bottom. I do not use the wool filter any longer as it clogs up too quickly but my water is still clear. I have put active carbon pellets in the filter instead of the expensive Minipond one. The Ph of my pond was too low so I put some chicken grit in the filter to reduce the acidity.
A pond vac is a must for cleaning out the filter and also the pipe from the pump.
Had this product for five years now,had to replace pump last year,pump and filter run 24/7,through t, the summer months,water is as clear as tap
water,change wool filter daily,and swap 3 stage filters weekly,I have been very pleased with filter,and I would recommend for the average pond
circa 1500 to 2000 ltrs.
Excellent item. Purchased as as an exact replacement which I had previously had for for nearly 8 years, so hopefully this will last the same.
I am happy with the filter, it makes the water perfectly clear. I recommend Blagdon filters and uv sistems for small and large ponds.
Thanks for the fast delivery.
Green At Home Ltd
greenathome.co.uk
This is great along my oase pump, but needs regular cleaning. Not a bad price to pay for a clean pond.
Brilliant filter cleared the thick green sludge to beautiful clear water in 10 days
This pond filter is excellent ,cleared my pond in just 2 weeks ! after which I cleaned it out ,really mucky by then as the pond was like soup before,however this was really easy to do as long as you have access to a running tap, 15 minute job
I can now see clear to the bottom of the pond ,much to the delight of 2 yr old granddaughter watching the antics of the fish and frogs!!
First of all I bought an Oase Pondomatic vac and cleared all the debris from the pond bottom. Then I changed the filter to the Blagdon Mini-pond filter. Wow, the results have been amazing; crystal clear water in less than 2 weeks. This really does work.
Both items were from Amazon at great prices and delivery. I have also bought barley hay but I don’t think this can improve on the water quality.
Cleared my green murky pond in 5 weeks. Very neat, doesn’t look big enough but works perfectly. Will buy another for our smaller pond.
Had to replace an old pond filter that had come to end of life after several years usage.
I didn’t realise Blagdon had their own range of pond filters. I’m so glad to of discovered this filter as it is a quality filter. It’s very easy to assemble and maintain. Often with my old pond filter was a real task to clean it! With Blagdon it’s very easy to clean and access filter foam you need to clean.
The UV filter light is also easily accessible, without need to take apart the filter like some pond filters could mention, aiding to quick and easy replacement of UV light when needed.
Having several Koi Carp it’s important the water is kept in good health and clean. This products achieves this with top marks!
It’s also very quite too! no real filter noises apart from running water! There’s also an add on rocky top to hide the filter which is a recommended add o
This is more or less perfect for a small pond, but the only problem I seem to have the UV Clarifier does seem to go wrong a lot, it is only 6 months old and already it has had to be replaced – Blagdon was very good and replaced it for me, although they told me I should have gone via the supplier. Maybe I was unlucky, so if you do buy one (and it is good) make sure you keep your receipt handy for the guarantee.