Pet Worx WXF-1200 Canister Filter 1200L/H

Meet the Pet Worx WXF-1200, a compact external canister filter built to deliver reliable mechanical, biological, and chemical filtration for medium-sized freshwater aquariums while keeping setup and maintenance straightforward. With a 1200 L/h flow rate and multi-stage media stack, it supports clear, healthy water in tanks up to around 250–300 litres depending on stocking and bioload.​

Key features

• 1200 L/h performance: Provides strong turnover for medium aquariums, helping to manage waste from community fish and moderate bioloads.​

• Multi-stage filtration: Utilises layered sponges for mechanical capture, ceramic media for biofiltration, and optional chemical media (such as carbon) for water polishing; media may vary by retailer.​

• Easy setup and service: Self-priming design with quick-connect taps, flexible hoses, and a spray bar for simple installation and routine cleaning.​

• External, clutter-free design: Sits below the tank in the cabinet to maximise swimming space and reduce equipment visibility inside the aquarium.​

• 12-month warranty: Typically backed by retailer warranty support for added peace of mind (check store terms).​

What’s in the box

• Canister filter body (WXF-1200).​

• Quick-release or inline taps, inlet/outlet hoses, spray bar set, and fittings (configurations may vary slightly by supplier).​

• Media pack: coarse sponge, fine sponge, ceramic rings and starter chemical media where supplied (contents can differ by retailer).​

Specs

• Model: Pet Worx WXF-1200.​

• Flow: 1200 L/h nominal.​

• Power: typically low-wattage pump suitable for continuous operation (exact wattage varies by batch and listing).​

• Recommended tank size: up to ~250–300 L depending on bioload and desired turnover.​

• Priming: self-priming design.​

• Dimensions: approximate footprint and height vary slightly by retailer; allow standard cabinet space for mid-size canister filters.​

• Warranty: commonly 12 months via retailer (confirm on product page).​

Buyer notes

• Media tuning: Consider adding extra ceramic or sintered bio-media for heavily stocked tanks, and fine polishing pads when maximum water clarity is the priority.​

• Capacity guidance: For messy species or high bioloads, pair the WXF-1200 with supplemental filtration or increased water change frequency to maintain stable parameters.​

• Hose routing: Plan inlet and outlet placement to ensure even circulation across the length of the tank, especially on 4 ft aquariums.​

Common comparisons

• Versus smaller internal filters: the WXF-1200 offers higher flow, larger media volume and less in-tank clutter, ideal for display and planted systems.​

• Versus higher-flow WXF-1800UV: the 1800UV adds more turnover and an integrated UV steriliser for larger or more heavily stocked tanks, while the WXF-1200 suits moderate setups without UV.