Shiruba XB-312 External Canister Filter

The Shiruba XB-312 External Canister Filter is a high-capacity external aquarium filter designed for aquariums from 300 to 450 litres. With a flow rate of  1120 L/H at 50Hz, it delivers strong filtration and circulation for large freshwater aquariums, planted aquarium setups, and heavily stocked community tanks. Its external canister design helps keep filtration equipment outside the aquarium, allowing a cleaner aquascape presentation.

The filter includes 4 media baskets with 1.6L × 4 media volume, giving it the largest media capacity in this XB series group. This allows better customization with biological, mechanical, and chemical aquarium filter media. The adjustable water flow switch helps control output depending on the aquarium layout and livestock requirements. The 360° adjustable taps improve hose positioning and make installation more flexible.

The Shiruba XB-312 External Canister Filter is ideal for aquarists looking for stronger filtration, higher media capacity, and dependable performance for larger freshwater systems. It is suitable for planted tanks, large aquascaping layouts, and community aquariums that need stable water quality and consistent circulation.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: External Canister Filter
• Model: Shiruba XB-312
• Tank Capacity: 300 to 450 Litres
• Flow Rate:  1120 L/H at 50Hz
• Power Consumption: 15W at 50Hz
• Media Volume: 1.6L × 4
• Number of Baskets: 4
• Pre-Filter: No dedicated pre-filter mentioned
• Max Lift: 170 cm
• Hose Compatibility: 16/22mm
• Flow Control: Adjustable water flow switch
• Tap Design: 360° left and right adjustment
• Installation: External canister setup
• Application: Freshwater aquariums, planted tanks, large community tanks

FAQ

1. Is the Shiruba XB-312 External Canister Filter suitable for planted aquariums?
Yes, it is suitable for large planted aquarium setups from 300 to 450 litres.

2. What tank size is the XB-312 suitable for?
The Shiruba XB-312 External Canister Filter is suitable for aquariums from 300 to 450 litres.

3. How many media baskets does it have?
It has 4 media baskets with 1.6 litres of media volume per basket.

4. Does it have a pre-filter?
No dedicated pre-filter is mentioned for this model.