Matala Filters Category

Matala BioSteps-II filter maximizes Matala filter media performance. The rugged BioSteps-II contains an amazing 200 sq. ft. of surface area for beneficial bacteria growth. Combined with a cross flow design that traps and processes more debris at high flow rates, you get unparalleled mechanical and biological filtration for superior water quality.

Includes:

• State of art progressive filtration - 2 Green Matala Pads, 2 Blue Matala Pads, 2 Gray Matala Pads. 
• "Swivel Inlet Fitting" with 3/4", 1", 1-1/4" and 1-1/2" barbed size
• Outlet fitting for 1-1/2" or 2" pipe connection or connection to optional Waterfall Spillway. The tank is an open flow "gravity return" to the pond.
• Enhances growth of different ecological communities of bacteria that will colonize in the filter.
• Sloped bottom with extra sink at outlet for easy draining of waste.
• Rugged and modular design allows for future expansion.
• Available with UV or waterfall spillway

The BioSteps Plus Kit is the basic model. This basic kit comes complete with the new BioSteps 10 Filter, Magna-Flow submersible pump, 25 ft of 3/4" kink-free hose and all connectors to make installation quick and easy!. But, you also have the option to add on the 16 watt EZClear UV Clarifier or the optional Waterfall Spillway to your basic BioSteps Plus Kit. With 4 options of kits to choose from you're bound to find one that fits your needs.

Ideal for water garden ponds up to 2,700 gallons and koi ponds up to 1,350 gallons.

Pump Defenders are designed to protect your submersible water pumps from clogging with debris. The pump sits inside a basket of green medium density Matala media and then wrapped in a nylon bag with drawstring. Heavy debris is filtered out before it reaches the intake of the pump, thereby reducing maintenance and extending the life of the pump.

• Protects against plugging.
• Creats large surface area.
• Designed to fit most brands.
• Draw string keeps top closed.

Prevents pump damage and flow reduction due to debris and clogs. Expandable units available in single or double Matala filter media core for superior biological filtration. Universal barbed fittings accept 1", 1-1/4”, 1-1/2" tubing or 1-1/2" MPT. The EZ Bio Filter can be used as a biomechanical pre-filter for circulation pumps, filtration pumps, and water fountain pumps.

• Improved pump efficiency: prevents premature clogging.
• Highly efficient filtration: progressive 2 stage filtration.
• Ez install: 1.5" connector plus flexible tube adapter.
• Ez clean: minimal maintenance, ez cleaning.
• Ez integration: can be extended with multiple sections.
• Tubing Adapter: Accepts 1", 1 1/4' & 1 1/2" ID tubing