The Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 is the official replacement sponge designed specifically for the Eheim Pickup 45 internal filter. Over time, filter sponges clog with debris and lose efficiency. Swapping to a fresh Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 helps restore strong water flow, reliable mechanical filtration and stable biological filtration in your aquarium.
Made from high‑quality foam, the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 has a porous structure that captures fine and coarse particles while offering plenty of surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonise. This balance of mechanical and biological filtration supports clear water and a healthier environment for your fish and shrimp.
Why Use the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45
The Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 is the best choice when your Pickup 45 filter needs new media because:
- It is the genuine Eheim replacement for the Pickup 45 internal filter
- The foam traps debris and waste, improving water clarity
- The porous structure provides excellent biological filtration
- A fresh Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 helps restore flow rate and filter performance
- It is easy to install and replace with no cutting or modification required
Using the correct Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 ensures your filter continues to operate as designed.
When to Replace the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45
For best results, the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 should be:
- Rinsed in old tank water during regular maintenance to remove built‑up debris
- Replaced periodically when the foam becomes worn, loses shape or remains heavily clogged even after rinsing
Regularly refreshing the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 helps maintain stable filtration, reduces stress on the filter motor and supports a healthy, stable aquarium.
How to Change the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45
Replacing the Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 is simple:
- Switch off and unplug the Eheim Pickup 45 filter.
- Remove the filter from the aquarium and open the housing.
- Take out the old Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45.
- If needed, gently rinse the filter housing in old tank water.
- Insert the new Eheim Foam Cartridge for Pickup 45 into the housing.
- Reassemble the filter, place it back in the aquarium and plug it in.
To preserve beneficial bacteria, avoid replacing all filter media at once in heavily stocked tanks.