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Aqua One Carbon Cartridge 168c (25168C)

Aquarium filter media

Aqua One Carbon Cartridge 168c (25168C)

25168C

Fits 5 models · replace every 2 months

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$7.96 each

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Aquarium Spare Parts · 30 Oct

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Lowest price · $7.96 each · 3-pack $23.88

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How to change the 25168C aquarium filter media

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Aqua One LifeStyle Classic · Aqua One (official)
  1. 1Turn the power head off and unplug the aquarium's equipment.
  2. 2Remove the lid from the filter unit and lift the elbow and spray bar off the top of the power head.
  3. 3Take out the carbon cartridge and the black filter sponge. Rinse the sponge in a little aquarium water in a bucket, then throw that water away rather than adding it back to the tank.
  4. 4Fit a new carbon cartridge every 6–8 weeks, rinsed thoroughly under the tap first, then put the sponge back. On Lifestyle tanks the cartridge sits on top of the black sponge, wool facing up.
  5. 5Refit the spray bar with its holes pointing down onto the carbon cartridge, make sure the tank is full, turn the power head on and check that water flows from the spray bar. Close the lid.
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168C
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Fits these 5 Aqua One models
Common questions
What does the 25168C fit?
The Aqua One Carbon Cartridge 168c (25168C) fits 5 Aqua One models, including the Lifestyle 127, Lifestyle 157 and Lifestyle 190. Every one is listed on this page.
How often should I replace the 25168C?
Every 2 months. It works less well as the filter fills up, so it's worth doing on time.
Where can I buy the 25168C in Australia?
We track 2 Australian sellers for the 25168C; the lowest listed price when we last checked was A$7.96 at Aquarium Spare Parts. Prices are re-checked daily and dated on this page.
How do I fit the 25168C?
No tools, a few minutes: 5 steps, listed on this page with the replacement video where the maker has one.
What happens if I don't change it?
Spent carbon stops removing odours and discolouration, and clogged pads slow the flow, so the filter moves less water through the tank.

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